NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen

NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, often referred to simply as Kohaku, is an annual music show produced by Japan’s NHK (Nippon Hoso Kyokai, the Japanese Broadcasting Corporation). The event is traditionally broadcast on New Year’s Eve and features performances by popular music artists from various genres, both contemporary and traditional. The program is divided into two teams: the red team (women) and the white team (men), competing against each other in a festive and entertaining format. Kohaku serves as a celebration of the year’s music achievements and is a significant cultural event, bringing together artists and viewers to ring in the New Year. The show is notable for its variety of performances, including pop, enka, and classical music, and has been a staple of Japanese television since its inception in 1951.