NHK's weekly music show Venue101 is going big this Saturday with a 45-minute expanded edition packed with performances and special segments.

The June 20 broadcast kicks off with Aぇ! group making their first appearance on the show to promote their movie debut. The group will perform "でこぼこライフ" (Dekoboko Life), the theme song for their film "Osomatsu-san: Humanity Corruption Plan!!!!?" Kvi Baba and producer KREVA will team up to perform their collaboration track "BPM feat. KREVA," while THE JET BOY BANGERZ brings "BLACK SHEEP," which pays homage to Michael Jackson's legacy.

≠ME and JI BLUE will also make their television debuts with their latest tracks. JI BLUE, a special unit formed by soccer-loving members from JO1 and INI, will perform "景色" (Scenery), a theme song supporting Japan's national soccer team. ≠ME will showcase "愛くださいませ" (Please Give Me Love).

Beyond the musical performances, the program is organizing two themed segments. The first celebrates Michael Jackson following the release of the film "Michael," with guest appearances discussing their favorite dance moves and vocal techniques. TAKI from THE JET BOY BANGERZ, described as a devoted Michael Jackson fan of 17 years, will host trivia during this segment.

The second special focuses on soccer's biggest stage. Venue101 will air a retrospective of Japan's best World Cup moments from the past eight tournaments, complemented by performance clips from decades of official NHK World Cup theme songs. Artists featured in this segment include Pornograffiti, ORANGE RANGE, Superfly, Shiina Ringo, Suchmos, and King Gnu—representing NHK's soccer coverage from 2002 onward.

The show airs Saturday, June 20 at 11 PM on NHK General TV, hosted by Hamaie Takakazu from comedy duo Kamaitachi.