About This Trend
ダブルインパクト is a Japanese comedy duo battle competition.
According to various sources, including NTV and Natalie, the competition has been gaining attention in Japan with its 2025 tournament, which started on April 8th and 14th in Tokyo and Osaka, respectively. The competition features a unique format where contestants can choose to perform either a 2-minute comedy routine or a 2-minute theatrical performance, and a judging panel decides the winner. The competition has been livestreamed on Japanese television and has sparked conversations on social media, with many popular Japanese comedians participating as judges and contestants. A feature article provided coverage of the competition's format and rules.