The Japanese television special titled Q sama!! is set to air on December 23, 2024, promising to engage viewers with its exciting format focused on the year’s news. The episode, titled "Best 15 News Figures of 2024 as Selected by Commentators and Casters," aims to crown the year's 'Knowledge King' through challenging quizzes about significant events and personalities.
This special edition, lasting three and a half hours, will feature celebrities and journalists who have their eyes on the year’s events. The quiz will feature questions derived from the top news stories of 2024, selected by professionals from the media. It's not just about answering questions; it's about reflecting on the most talked-about moments and faces of the past year.
Among the contestants are prominent figures, including actress Honami Suzuki, who will make her debut on the show. Her participation adds excitement, which is echoed by Toshiaki Karasawa, who provided special support for Suzuki's appearance. Contestants include known personalities like Kaz laser, the current 'Knowledge King' with several previous victories under his belt, and fencing bronze medalist Karin Miyawaki, making it clear this year’s competition will be fierce.
The format is ingeniously structured. Contestants will first face off in two blocks, A and B, with initial placements determined by the opening quiz titled "Do You Remember the Calendar of 2024’s Key Events?" This lively start promises to set the tone for what many hope will be one of the most competitive gatherings since the show’s inception.
Notable quiz masters, including prominent journalists and commentators, will quiz the contestants, drawing attention to various major events from 2024. Show host and MCs, including the popular comedy duo Summarize and Yukari Takayama, are excited about guiding the competitive spirit.
There’s palpable anticipation, especially with such high-profile contestants sharing the spotlight. The competition boasts former winners, including Toshiaki Karasawa, popping up with special encouragement for Suzuki. Special appearances from quiz powerhouse QuizKnock, known for its unique challenges, will provide added layers of complexity.
The strategic engagement between contestants and the audience will also look for reflections on the year – whom did we pay attention to? What events made headlines? Through quizzes pertaining to the rankings determined by the journalists’ selections, viewers will be drawn back to these collective memories of 2024.
The broadcasting network, TV-Asahi, aims to reach all corners of Japan, engaging viewers who are eager for not just quiz entertainment but nostalgic pondering about the year's highlights. According to reports, significant focus will be placed on how the competitive atmosphere incites personal recollections of significant events.
This year’s edition does not merely present trivia; it creates connections between the past and present, encouraging participants to think critically about 2024 and the people who shaped it. It emphasizes the influence of journalism and public media on the collective memory of society.
With the diverse lineup, including the likes of Japan’s top politicians, athletes, and entertainers, the program is sure to amuse and enthrall its audience, ensuring ratings soar through the holiday season. Will the reigning champion, Kaz laser, defend his title against fresh contenders and established stars alike? Tune in on December 23 to find out.
