New Radio Show 'Kite-Kite' Hits #2 Trend on X: Fans Gush Over Star-Studded Chemistry and Hilarious On-Air Banter
On May 30, 2026, Nippon Broadcasting System aired the premiere of the new radio program KEY TO LIT key to listen (affectionately dubbed "Kite-Kite" by fans), sparking an explosive reaction on social media. Marking the hosts' first-ever headlining radio show, enthusiastic fans flooded X (formerly Twitter) with real-time posts, sending the hashtag "#キテキテ" (#KiteKite) soaring to the number two trending spot in Japan. During the broadcast, the hosts read a listener's email addressed to member Taiko Sasaki, which said, "When I saw you in person, you were even handsomer than I expected." In a comedic moment, Sasaki confidently retorted, "I don't need to be told—I already know I'm good-looking." Fans instantly flooded social media in agreement, leaving comments like, "Taiko's real-life visuals are absolutely devastating," and "Him being handsome is a given." The show also featured a heartwarming look into the mem...