[3] In 1990, the duo performed manzai on a local television program aired by TV Nishinippon as Okazaki-kun to Yoshioka-kun.

[1] Debuting in 1991, the duo began activities and were regulars on several local variety programs alongside other comedians such as Cunning Takeyama.

The move meant a decrease in the number of TV appearances and regular gigs the unit got, as their main activity became manzai performances at the Lumine theatre owned by Yoshimoto.

[6] In 2005, the group's luck turned around as they flourished in various variety programs such as Tonneruzu no Minasan no Okage deshita and Panel Quiz Attack 25.

[6] Additionally, Hanamaru won the R-1 Grand Prix in the same year, bringing major recognition and popularity for the duo.