Recent episodes of TBS's popular morning show "Love It!" have sparked speculation about its potential final episode due to humorous occurrences among guests. The excitement surrounding the show was highlighted on March 16, 2025, when Tenjin Hayao, 45, of the comedy duo 'Tenjin', made a guest appearance on TBS Radio's "Kawashima Akira's Gotch." During the broadcast, host Kawashima Akira expressed his desire to cast Tenjin Hayao, stating, "If I had the casting power, I'd want to invite Tenjin Hayao, but he doesn't get opportunities very often." This longing for Hayao's presence was amusingly juxtaposed with the rumors of the show concluding.
During the radio show, Tenjin Hayao reminisced about his previous experience on "Love It!" when he was invited to celebrate Kawashima's birthday. That appearance led to online discussions, even sparking speculation about the end of "Love It!". Hayao recalled, "When I was invited on Kawashima's birthday, it sparked rumors. His appearance led people to speculate about the show ending." This playful interaction left many viewers wondering about the show's future.
Fast forward to March 18, 2025, the show featured another captivating episode where the network's announcers participated in what was dubbed the 'New Announcer Transformation Project.' Popular announcer Shinko Tamura, 29, who was ranked first in last year's favorite female announcer ranking, showcased her reactions during segments showcasing her colleagues.
This special project, which involved collaboration with the Tokyo Girls Collection (TGC), brought about significant changes for the announcers. TBS hosts Ayumi Akatsuka, 43, Ayaka Minamiwa, 36, and Kyoko Minamigo, 24, were challenged to adopt new, vibrant looks suited for TGC. Tamura, who watched the transformation during the broadcast, stunned viewers with her wide-eyed reaction to the scenes being displayed on the wipe screen.
Kyoko Minamigo embraced bold angel makeup and eye-catching decorations, taking the lead with her radiant appearance. Conversely, Akatsuka, known for her charming demeanor, sported what she described as romance-gray styling with playful touches, though the unexpected addition of faux moustaches caught viewers off-guard.
But it was Minamiwa who grabbed the most attention. Sporting a daring blonde wig, lip piercings, and neat monochrome attire reflecting her inner rock spirit, Minamiwa's look stunned both her co-announcers and the audience. Tamura’s reaction was indicative of the general surprise, described by broadcast officials: “Tamura always squints when Minamiwa goes wild with B'z, but this time she was even more surprised.”
The interplay of surprise and humor among the announcers provided entertainment, illustrating the spontaneity and boldness of presenting styles encouraged by the show. The show's producers successfully combined humor, surprise, and engaging content, keeping the audience eagerly awaiting what the next episode of "Love It!" will deliver.
With the recent discussions surrounding the show's potential end, fans remain optimistic. The hilarious exchanges, radiant transformations, and touching camaraderie among the show's personalities continue to generate interest among viewers. The playful teasing and humorous comments by Kawashima, Tenjin Hayao, and Tamura underline the connection the show fosters with its audience and the community at large, leaving everyone curious about upcoming developments on "Love It!"
