
Tsukkomi
Tsukkomi is the comic response that draws attention to an absurdity or mismatch, and the performer’s role associated with that response.

Tsukkomi is the comic response that draws attention to an absurdity or mismatch, and the performer’s role associated with that response.

Boke is the comic role or contribution that introduces an incongruity, misunderstanding or absurdity for a partner to develop or respond to.

Kamigata manzai is the Osaka-centred regional tradition of manzai, closely associated with the development of modern conversational comedy.

Manzai is Japanese comic dialogue, usually performed by a duo, with a history connecting variety entertainment, regional traditions and modern media.

Shōha Shōten! is a manga by Akinari Asakura and Takeshi Obata about two high-school students forming a manzai duo and competing through writing, rehearsal, timing, and performance.