Takeshi’s Castle - Blueberry Hill

Contestants have to make their way up a ramp, but are only allowed to move when the guard at the top (usually Yousichi/’Dennis’) isn’t looking. This is made hard by the giant Daruma costumes they are wearing. When the guard is facing the other way he chants “Daruma-san ga koronda“ (meaning “The Daruma fell down“). This lets the contestants know how much time they have to move and when they should stop. As soon as the guard finishes the chant he turns around. Anyone he catches moving will be pushed down th
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