---
title: "Sasuke"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/sasuke-1997"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 1121
imdb_id: "tt1263006"
status: "Returning Series"
seasons_count: 43
episodes_count: 42
community_rating: 8.8
vote_count: 10
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Sasuke (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/sasuke-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Sasuke is a television series first released in 1997. Produced and broadcast by TBS. Current status: Returning Series. Spans 43 seasons and 42 tracked episodes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "One hundred competitors tackle a challenging four-stage obstacle course in this Japanese sports entertainment television special."

### Why Watch
- Features one hundred participants per competition
- Spans 29 specials covering entire events

### Caveats & Content Note
- Specials run for three hours each
- Edited versions may vary internationally
- Tone & Suitability: This program features physical sports entertainment suitable for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: competitive, energetic, athletic, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/sasuke-1997#watch.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kenji Darvish** as *Self*
- **Kinnikun Nakayama** as *Self*
- **Hikaru Iwamoto** as *Self*
- **Ryoichi Tsukada** as *Self*
- **Hiromichi Sato** as *Self*
- **Yutaka Kyan** as *Self*
- **Kane Kosugi** as *Self*
- **Shane Kosugi** as *Self*
- **Hayate Kajihara** as *Self*
- **Rinne Sugeta** as *Self*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is Sasuke?
Sasuke is a Japanese sports entertainment television special featuring an obstacle course.

### Q: How many competitors participate?
Normally, 100 competitors attempt to complete the course.

### Q: How many stages are in the obstacle course?
The obstacle course consists of four stages.

### Q: Where is the show produced and filmed?
It is shot on location at Midoriyama studio in Yokohama and airs on the Tokyo Broadcasting System.

### Q: Is the show broadcast internationally?
An edited version renamed Ninja Warrior is screened in at least 18 other countries, and Sasuke content has been shown in 157 countries.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Sasuke — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/1121)
- [Sasuke Uchiha (Naruto) - MyAnimeList.net](https://myanimelist.net/character/13/Sasuke_Uchiha/)
- [Naruto vs Sasuke The Final Battle | Naruto Shippuden - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qi2rByJed-E)
- [Sasuke Uchiha (Naruto) Wiki, Age, Wife, Family, Biography & More](https://animephied.com/sasuke-uchiha/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*