I Survived a Japanese Game Show

I Survived a Japanese Game Show (2008-2009)

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This unscripted reality/game show takes an eye-opening, behind-the-scenes look at 10 Americans - many of whom have never traveled outside the United States -- who are whisked away to Japan and compete in the ultimate Japanese game show...with hilarious results. The final winner will take home $250,000.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E08Week 8août 5, 2009
S02E07Week 7juil. 29, 2009
S02E06Week 6juil. 22, 2009
S02E05Week 5juil. 15, 2009
S02E04Week 4juil. 8, 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' premiere?

'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' premiered on June 24, 2008.

Who hosted 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show'?

'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' was hosted by Tony Sano.

How many contestants participated in the show's first season?

The first season of 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' featured ten contestants.

What was the premise of 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show'?

'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' followed American contestants as they competed in wacky and hilarious Japanese game shows.

What was the prize for the winner of 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show'?

The winner of 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' received a cash prize of $250,000.

How long did each episode of 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' last?

Each episode of 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' had a runtime of approximately 60 minutes.

Which city in Japan was the show filmed in?

'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' was filmed in Tokyo, Japan.

How many challenges did the contestants face in each episode?

The contestants on 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' faced several challenges in each episode, testing their physical and mental abilities.

Did the contestants live together during the show's filming?

Yes, the contestants on 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' lived together in a shared house throughout the filming of the show.

Were there any Japanese contestants on the show?

No, 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' only featured American contestants.

Did the contestants receive any training before participating in the game shows?

Yes, the contestants underwent some training to familiarize themselves with the unique and often bizarre challenges they would face on the Japanese game shows.

Were there any eliminations in 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show'?

Yes, the contestants on 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' faced eliminations based on their performance in the challenges.

How many seasons of 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' were produced?

'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' had a total of two seasons.

Did 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' receive positive reviews from critics?

'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its humor and entertainment value, while others found it overly scripted.

Were there any celebrity guest appearances on 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show'?

Yes, 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' featured guest appearances by Japanese celebrities who joined the contestants in some of the challenges.

Did the contestants face any language barriers during the show?

Yes, the American contestants on 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show' often faced language barriers, adding to the comedic element of the show.

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