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Suzuki Taku: Unveiling the Comedian’s Unexpected Strength in the Entertainment Industry
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The identity of the “strongest comedian” in the Japanese entertainment industry has been a topic of much speculation, wiht the spotlight recently landing on Suzuki Taku, a member of the comedy duo Drunk Dragon. The rumors surrounding Suzuki’s strength, stemming from his background in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, were addressed by Suzuki himself on fighter Masato‘s YouTube channel on June 18, 2025.
The Jiu-Jitsu Origins of a Comedian
Suzuki Taku’s martial arts journey began in 1993 after he witnessed royce gracie’s groundbreaking performance at UFC 1. Inspired by Gracie’s grappling skills, the then 18-year-old Suzuki sought out Gracie Jiu-Jitsu training. He recounted finding an advertisement and joining a local dojo,where he was taught by a Brazilian factory worker for a monthly fee of 15,000 yen.
Did You Know? Royce Gracie’s victory at UFC 1 in 1993 is widely credited with popularizing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on a global scale [[1]].
The “Suzuki Challenge” and Tales of Broken Bones
After transitioning to comedy, rumors of Suzuki’s martial arts prowess began to spread. This led to what became known as the “Suzuki Challenge,” where fellow comedians would test his fighting abilities. Suzuki recounted one particular incident where a sparring partner’s seriousness caught him off guard, leading him to instinctively use his Jiu-Jitsu skills.
According to Suzuki, thes encounters sometimes turned dangerous, with opponents resorting to desperate measures. In self-defense, Suzuki admitted to breaking the bones of a few of his challengers who refused to tap out. These stories further cemented his reputation as a formidable force within the entertainment industry.
Pro Tip: In martial arts, “tapping out” is a signal of submission, indicating that a fighter is in danger and wishes to stop the match to avoid serious injury.
Naming the Strongest: Beyond Himself
When asked about other strong figures in the entertainment world, Suzuki surprised many by naming Yoshinari Fukushima from the comedy duo Garitchu. He claimed that Fukushima is undefeated against Japanese opponents in Jiu-Jitsu matches. He also mentioned Furusaka Daimaou (Pikotaro), citing his background in batting and judo as evidence of his physical strength.
Masato, the former K-1 champion interviewing Suzuki, agreed that Furusaka Daimaou seemed like a genuinely strong individual. Suzuki emphasized that Furusaka himself doesn’t like to talk about it, but that he was incredibly strong in the people Suzuki faced.
