Yuriko Kotani is a UK-based Japanese comedian. She gained recognition as a performer by Time Out and won the BBC New Comedy Award in 2015. Yuriko has appeared on various television shows, including Russell Howard's Stand Up Central, Pls Like on BBC3, Paul Hollywood Eats Japan on Channel 4, Mandy on BBC2, Sorry, I Didn't Know on ITV, and Comedy Central Live.
On the radio, she has featured on The Comedy Club on BBC Radio 4 Extra, BBC World Service's The Arts Hour International New Year Comedy Celebration, The Verb on BBC Radio 3, Loose Ends on BBC Radio 4, and Tudur Owen: United Nations of Anglesey on BBC Radio 4. She was also invited by Penguin to participate in the Audio Comedy Festival Edinburgh Unlocked.
Yuriko collaborated with the Foreign & Commonwealth Office to create videos for the Rugby World Cup 2019, offering tips for rugby fans visiting Japan. For bookings, contact the PepTalk team.
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What topics does Yuriko Kotani specialise in?
Yuriko Kotani specialises in stand-up comedy, event-hosting, after-dinner entertainment and more.
What is Yuriko Kotani's stage presence like?
Yuriko Kotani delivers sharp, witty performances that resonate with audiences, showcasing her unique perspective as a Japanese comedian in the UK. Her engaging style leaves a lasting impression. AI summary based on real event feedback.
Does Yuriko Kotani offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Yuriko Kotani offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.