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What is the Kohaku Uta Gassen?
The NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen is the legendary year-end song festival that started way back in 1951. Divided into the Red Team (women) and White Team (men), it’s brought countless iconic tunes that defined the eras to our radios and TVs. As NHK wraps up its 100 years of broadcasting, this year’s theme is “Connecting, Connected, New Year’s Eve.” It carries the hope that wonderful music will continue to connect people for the next century, too.
Even 80 years after the war, 2025 has seen its share of divisions, from natural disasters and rising prices at home to ongoing conflicts abroad. That’s exactly why the Kohaku aims to be a show that connects and bridges gaps across time, generations, gender, language, and race—all through the power of music. They’ve shared their wish for this to be “a special day to close out the year, where everyone becomes one through music.”
Once again, the Kohaku is set to deliver the strongest, most spectacular stages, not just across Japan but to the entire world. Last year in 2024, the White Team snatched victory after two years, bringing the total score to Red Team: 34 wins, White Team: 41 wins. We can expect another heated musical battle in 2025. Who will take home the win? The excitement is already building.
Broadcast & Streaming Info
The 76th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 | 7:20 PM – 11:45 PM (JST) *Includes an intermission for news.
Streaming: NHK Plus / NHK Radio Rajiru☆Rajiru
Related Programs
‘Kohaku Navi’ *Planned: 11 episodes total
A 2-minute mini-program navigating viewers through the charms of this year’s Kohaku. NHK announcer Suzuki Naoko, who will host the main event, delivers the latest updates.
‘Ano Toki x Kohaku’ *Planned: 3 episodes total
As the Kohaku reaches its 76th edition, this program looks back at how it has intertwined with Japanese life and society, reflecting the times through its songs, alongside iconic Kohaku moments, news, and archival footage.
‘Ariyoshi’s Money Discovery Totsugeki! Kaneo-kun: Kaneo-kun Special Edition! Kohaku Uta Gassen Look Back SP’
A special edition of ‘Kaneo-kun’ looking back at past Kohaku events with rare footage. Expect surprising anecdotes from Ariyoshi Hiroiki, tackling his 3rd hosting gig this year.
‘Music Line Kohaku Special’
A Kohaku special of the daily NHK-FM program “Music Line,” featuring exclusive comments from artists making their first Kohaku appearance.
‘Almost Kohaku! This Year is Amazing Too Special 2025’
A live broadcast just before the main event, packed with highlights and the latest info, featuring Kohaku performers in the studio.
‘Live! Kohaku Uta Gassen New Year Special’
The fastest look-back at the just-aired 76th Kohaku, with behind-the-scenes stories, iconic moments, and making-of footage. Guests with Kohaku connections join the live studio for a peek at the performers’ serious backstage expressions and their feelings about the stage.
‘Venue101 Kohaku Look Back SPECIAL’
Venue101’s cameras go behind the scenes of the Kohaku! Look back at the event through precious footage you can only see here, in a 45-minute expanded edition.
‘Uta Con 2025 Kohaku Behind the Scenes SP’
The cameras from ‘Uta Con’ go behind the scenes of the 2025 Kohaku! Plenty of behind-the-scenes footage from the special projects.
Performers & Participants
Hosts
- Ayase Haruka (4th time)
- Ariyoshi Hiroiki (3rd time)
- Imada Mio (1st time)
- Suzuki Naoko, Announcer (2nd time)
Guest Judges
Oda Kaito
Japanese professional wheelchair tennis player. Won gold in men’s singles at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. In September 2025, at 19 years and 3 months old, he achieved the “Career Golden Slam”—the youngest ever to win all four majors and the Paralympics.
Takashi Akari
Made her film debut as the lead in the popular ‘Baby Warukyure’ movie series. In 2025, she appeared in 3 dramas and 1 film, and currently plays the heroine, Matsuno Toki, in the NHK morning drama ‘Bakebake’.
Nakano Taiga
Won the Elan d’Or Award for Newcomers in 2022. Received the Japan Academy Film Prize for Outstanding Supporting Actor for ‘Subarashiki Sekai’. Won the Yokohama Film Festival Best Actor award for ’11-nin no Zokugun’. Set to play the protagonist, Toyotomi Hidenaga, in the 2026 NHK Taiga drama ‘Toyotomi Kyodai!’.
Nozawa Masako
Debuted as a child actor at age 3. Has been active as a voice actor since the earliest days of domestic anime. Appeared in numerous works including ‘Gegege no Kitarou’, ‘Inakappe Taishou’, ‘Dokonjo Gaeru’, and ‘Ginga Tetsudou 999’. In the ‘Dragon Ball’ series, which celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2025, she voices Son Goku, Son Gohan, and Son Goten. In 2025, she was selected as a Person of Cultural Merit—the first voice actor to receive the honor.
Matsushima Nanako
Starred in numerous hit works like the film ‘Ring’ and ‘Biyama’, and dramas like ‘Majo no Joken’, ‘Kyuumei Byoutou 24-ji’, ‘Yamato Nadeshiko’, and ‘Kaseifu no Mita’. Her role as Takashi’s mother, Tomiko, in the 2025 morning drama ‘Anpan’ became a topic of discussion. She serves as the navigator for ‘Another Stories: Unmei no Bunkiten’ airing on NHK BS.
Miura Kazuyoshi
Professional soccer player. Moved to Brazil alone at 15. Returned to Japan in 1990 and was active, becoming the J.League’s first MVP at its inception. He continues to play in various countries to this day at age 58. Scored 55 goals in international A-matches for Japan. Celebrated his 40th professional anniversary in 2025. Nicknamed “King Kazu”.
Miyake Kaho
Japanese literary critic. Her 2024 book ‘Naze Hataraiteiru to Hon ga Yomenaku Naru no ka’ (Shueisha) won the “2nd Booksellers’ Choice Non-Fiction Award 2024.” In 2025, the same work won the “Shinsho Taisho 2025” (New Book Award).
Guest Appearances
This year, the comedy duo Chidori’s Nobu, a “huge fan of AiNA THE END,” will appear to cheer on the first-time performer. Furthermore, the winning comedian of “M-1 Grand Prix 2025,” Takurou, will appear to liven up Mizumori Kaori’s “Osaka Koishizuku ~Kohaku Domino Challenge 2025~”.
Red Team & Their Songs
(Parentheses indicate number of appearances)
AiNA THE END (1st) – “Kakumei Douchuu -On The Way-“
Aimyon (7th) – “Venus Belt”
ILLIT (2nd) – “Almond Chocolate”
Ikuta Rira (1st) – “Koikaze”
Ishikawa Sayuri (48th) – “Amagi Goe”
Iwasaki Hiromi (15th) – “Seibo Madonna-tachi no Lullaby”
AKB48 (13th) – AKB48 20th Anniversary Super Hit Medley: “Flying Get”, “Heavy Rotation”, “Koisuru Fortune Cookie”, “Aitakatta”
aespa (1st) – “Whiplash”
CANDY TUNE (1st) – “Baibai FIGHT!”
Sakamoto Fuyumi (37th) – “Yozakura Oshichi”
Takahashi Mariko (7th) – “Momoiro Toiki”
CHANMINA (1st) – CHANMINA SP Medley: “NG”, “SAD SONG”
Tendo Yoshimi (30th) – “Anta no Hanamichi ~Myaku Myaku Dance SP~”
Nogizaka46 (11th) – “Same numbers”
HANA (1st) – “ROSE”
Perfume (17th) – Perfume Medley 2025: “Polyrhythm”, “Meguru Loop”
Humbert Humbert (1st) – “Warattari Korondari”
FRUITS ZIPPER (1st) – “Watashi no Ichiban Kawaii Tokoro”
MISIA (10th) – “MISIA SPECIAL”
Mizumori Kaori (23rd) – “Osaka Koishizuku ~Kohaku Domino Challenge 2025~”
LiSA (4th) – “Zankoku na Yoru ni Kagayake”
White Team & Their Songs
(Parentheses indicate number of appearances)
&TEAM (1st) – “FIREWORK”
ORANGE RANGE (3rd) – “Ikenai Taiyou”
King & Prince (6th) – “What We Got ~Kiseki wa Kimi to~”
Kubota Toshinobu (2nd) – Kohaku Special Medley: “1, 2, Play”, “Missing”, “LA・LA・LA LOVE SONG”
Go Hiromi (38th) – “2-oku 4-sen-man no Hitomi -Exotic Japan-“
sakanaction (2nd) – “Kaijuu / Shin Takarajima”
Junretsu (8th) – “Ii Yu Dana”
SixTONES (4th) – 6th Anniversary Medley: “Imitation Rain”, “Barrier”, “Kokkara”
TUBE (3rd) – Kohaku Natsu no Ousama Medley: “Season in the Sun”, “Koishite Muevo”, “Aa Natsuyasumi”
Number_i (2nd) – “GOD_i”
Niihama Leon (2nd) – “Fun! Fun! Fun!”
Vaundy (3rd) – “Tokimeki”
back number (2nd) – “Doushitemo Doushitemo / Suiheisen”
BE:FIRST (4th) – “Muchuu”
Fukuyama Masaharu (18th) – “Kusunoki -500-nen no Kaze ni Fukarete-“
Fuse Akira (26th) – “MY WAY”
Mrs. GREEN APPLE (3rd) – “GOOD DAY”
Miyama Hiroshi (11th) – “Saka Akari ~Dai 9-kai Kendama Sekai Kiroku e no Michi~”
M!LK (1st) – “Ii jan”
Yonezu Kenshi (3rd) – “IRIS OUT”
RADWIMPS (3rd) – 20th Anniversary Special Medley: “Tamamono”, “Seikai”
Special Projects
・Sakai Masaaki – That’s Entertainment Medley: “Saraba Koibito”, “Ban Ban Ban”, “Monkey Magic”, “Punska Pin!”
・Tamaki Koji – “Fanfare”
・Hikawa Kiyoshi – “Aisanzan”
・Hoshino Gen – “Souzou”
・Matsutoya Yumi – “Ama made Todoke”
・Yazawa Eikichi – “Shinjitsu”
・Fukuyama Masaharu & Inaba Koshi – “Jupiter feat. Inaba Koshi”
・Matsuda Seiko – “Aoi Sangoshou”
Opening Project “Broadcast 100th Anniversary Kohaku Special Medley”
Mrs. GREEN APPLE – “Yume de Aimashou”
King & Prince, Go Hiromi, HANA – “Hyokkori Hyoutanjima”
AiNA THE END, Imada Mio, Maeda Atsuko – “Haruichiban”
Ariyoshi Hiroiki, CANDY TUNE, FRUITS ZIPPER, Maeda Nobuteru (TUBE) – “YOUNG MAN”
Ikuta Rira, Perfume – “Haru yo, Koi”
Ayase Haruka, Ishikawa Sayuri, Sakamoto Fuyumi, Hikawa Kiyoshi, MISIA – “Hana wa Saku”
ILLIT, &TEAM, Number_i, BE:FIRST, Wakey (from The Wakey Show) – “Paprika”
Kohaku Performers (volunteers) – “Ue wo Muite Arukou”
Morning Drama ‘Anpan’ Kohaku Special Edition & Special Stage
The 76th Kohaku will feature a short drama ‘Kohaku Special Edition’ (written by Nakazono Miho) of the morning drama ‘Anpan’, along with a special song stage by the drama’s cast. ‘Anpan’ is a story of love and courage modeled on the couple Yanase Takashi and Nobu, who created ‘Anpanman’. What kind of story will this special edition tell? Furthermore, a luxurious cast connected to ‘Anpan’ will gather on the Kohaku stage! They’ll join Imada Mio, who plays the protagonist Nobu and is also a host, for a one-night-only performance.
Also appearing are Anpanman, Baikinman, Jam Ojisan, Dokin-chan, Shokupanman, Currypanman, and other nakama from “Soreike! Anpanman.” It will be a segment connecting generations.
Setlist (Timetable)
First Half
Opening “Broadcast 100th Anniversary Kohaku Special Medley”
Red: CANDY TUNE – “Baibai FIGHT!”
Red: FRUITS ZIPPER – “Watashi no Ichiban Kawaii Tokoro”
White: Niihama Leon – “Fun! Fun! Fun!”
White: ORANGE RANGE – “Ikenai Taiyou”
White: King & Prince – “What We Got ~Kiseki wa Kimi to~”
Red: ILLIT – “Almond Chocolate”
Red: Tendo Yoshimi – “Anta no Hanamichi ~Myaku Myaku Dance SP~”
White: &TEAM – “FIREWORK”
Red: LiSA – “Zankoku na Yoru ni Kagayake”
White: M!LK – “Ii jan”
Red: Nogizaka46 – “Same numbers”
White: Junretsu – “Ii Yu Dana (Vibranon Rock)”
White: Number_i – “GOD_i”
Red: Ikuta Rira – “Koikaze”
Broadcast 100th Anniversary Kohaku Special Project
Hikawa Kiyoshi – “Aisanzan”
Red: aespa – “Whiplash”
Red: AiNA THE END – “Kakumei Douchuu – On The Way”
Broadcast 100th Anniversary Kohaku Special Project
Sakai Masaaki – That’s Entertainment Medley
White: BE:FIRST – “Muchuu”
Special Project
Fukuyama Masaharu – “Jupiter feat. Inaba Koshi”
White: Miyama Hiroshi – “Saka Akari ~Dai 9-kai Kendama Sekai Kiroku e no Michi~”
Red: Humbert Humbert – “Warattari Korondari”
Red: Sakamoto Fuyumi – “Yozakura Oshichi”
Red: Mizumori Kaori – “Osaka Koishizuku ~Kohaku Domino Challenge 2025~”
White: Vaundy – “Tokimeki”
Second Half
Morning Drama ‘Anpan’ Special Stage
White: RADWIMPS – 20th Anniversary Special Medley
Red: AKB48 – AKB48 20th Anniversary Super Hit Medley
White: TUBE – Kohaku Natsu no Ousama Medley
Red: HANA – “ROSE”
Red: CHANMINA – CHANMINA SP Medley
Red: Iwasaki Hiromi – “Seibo Madonna-tachi no Lullaby”
Special Project
Hoshino Gen – “Souzou”
White: sakanaction – “Kaijuu / Shin Takarajima”
Special Project
Yazawa Eikichi – “Shinjitsu”
White: SixTONES – 6th Anniversary Medley
White: Go Hiromi – “2-oku 4-sen-man no Hitomi -Exotic Japan-“
White: back number – “Doushitemo Doushitemo / Suiheisen”
Red: Aimyon – “Venus Belt”
White: Kubota Toshinobu – Kohaku Special Medley
Red: Perfume – Perfume Medley 2025
Red: Takahashi Mariko – “Momoiro Toiki”
White: Fuse Akira – “MY WAY”
Red: Ishikawa Sayuri – “Amagi Goe”
Special Project
Matsutoya Yumi – “Ama made Todoke”
White: Yonezu Kenshi – “IRIS OUT”
White: Fukuyama Masaharu – “Kusunoki -500-nen no Kaze ni Fukarete-“
Special Project
Tamaki Koji – “Fanfare”
Red: MISIA – MISIA SPECIAL
White: Mrs. GREEN APPLE – “GOOD DAY”
Special Project
Matsuda Seiko – “Aoi Sangoshou”
Introducing the First-Time Performers ♪
AiNA THE END
Previously active as a member of the instrument-less punk band BiSH. Now active as a dancer, singer-songwriter, and actor. Her high expressiveness is highly praised, and she continues to expand her range. Her unique husky voice and the singular worldview she creates generate buzz, further solidifying her popularity. This time, she’ll perform the TV anime ‘Dandadan’ Season 2 opening theme.
Ikuta Rira
Singer-songwriter. Also active as ikura, the vocalist of the “novel-to-music” unit YOASOBI. She’s expanding her range, having also handled the OP for the second season, first cour of TV anime ‘Kusuriya no Hitorigoto’ (which can be translated as The Apothecary Diaries). The song she’ll perform at the Kohaku, “Koikaze”, is her own hit that reached 100 million cumulative streams the fastest.
aespa
A four-member group: KARINA (Korea), WINTER (Korea), GISELLE (Japan), NINGNING (China). They’ve achieved global hits with debut song “Black Mamba” and “Next Level”. After debuting in 2020, they made their Japanese debut in 2024, engaging in innovative activities that blend the virtual and real. For their performance of “Whiplash”, the dance part called “Super GISELLE Time” that blew up on SNS is drawing attention.
CANDY TUNE
A 7-member idol group. Their song “Baibai FIGHT!” gained traction on TikTok due to the “yukiri dance” by member Tachibana Kotomi and its cute, catchy melody. The subsequently released MV has recorded over 30 million views. These girls, celebrating their 2nd debut anniversary, will liven up the Kohaku energetically with “Baibai FIGHT!”.
CHANMINA
A trilingual rapper and singer fluent in Japanese, Korean, and English. After a major debut in her teens, she released hits like “Miseinen” and “Bijin”, gaining massive support primarily among young people as a fully self-produced artist. This time, CHANMINA will perform the CHANMINA SP Medley of “NG” and “SAD SONG”, delivering a performance true to her style on New Year’s Eve.
HANA
A 7-member girls group formed from the audition program ‘No No Girls’ hosted by BMSG. The producer is CHANMINA. True to the origin of their name—”Everyone worked hard, hard, hard to bloom, so I named them HANA (flower). I’ll create an unfading flower together with them”—they will perform their debut song “ROSE”.
Humbert Humbert
A Japanese husband-and-wife duo formed in 1998. The song they’ll perform, “Warattari Korondari”, was written specifically for the currently airing NHK morning drama ‘Bakebake’. The appeal lies in the somewhat poignant lyrics sung in the duo’s warm voices.
FRUITS ZIPPER
With the concept “From Harajuku to the World,” they promote “NEW KAWAII” globally. A 7-member group. They broke out but experienced Kohaku rejection multiple times, shedding tears of frustration. This time, they achieve their long-awaited first appearance. Their unstoppable advance includes winning the Best New Artist award at “The 65th Japan Record Awards”. They will perform their 2nd single “Watashi no Ichiban Kawaii Tokoro”, which led to their breakthrough.
&TEAM
Formed through HYBE’s global audition “&AUDITION -The Howling-“. A 9-member group. They aim to turn diversity into strength, connect with the world, and grow. Based in Japan but also active in Korea, they’ve achieved feats like million-seller status in both countries, expanding their fanbase globally. This time, &TEAM will perform “FIREWORK”, for which member K choreographed part of the dance.
M!LK
A 5-member dance vocal group consisting of Sano Hayato, Shiozaki Tachi, Sono Shunta, Yamanaka Jutaro, and Yoshida Jinto. They’ll perform “Ii jan”. Known as a song that starts with a refreshing melody and dramatically changes in the chorus, it shocked all who heard it. The line “Are, kyou visual ii jan” blew up on SNS, spreading M!LK’s name worldwide.
Highlights to Look Forward To ♪
King & Prince: “What We Got ~Kiseki wa Kimi to~” Special Performance with Mickey & Minnie!
King & Prince will perform “What We Got ~Kiseki wa Kimi to~”. For this song, which became a huge topic as Mickey Mouse’s new theme song, Mickey and Minnie Mouse will join for a special stage! What kind of performance will it be? Expectations are high.
Kubota Toshinobu: A Special Medley of Era-Transcending “That Hit Song”!
Kubota Toshinobu will perform a special medley of “Missing” (released 1986), the mega-hit “LA・LA・LA LOVE SONG” (1996), and this year’s “1, 2, Play”—a medley that feels like 40 years of history! He’ll deliver these beloved songs across eras in his first Kohaku appearance in 35 years.
Broadcast 100th Anniversary Kohaku Special Project: Sakai Masaaki Connects 3-Star Hit Songs in SP Medley with Glorious Members!
Sakai Masaaki will perform a medley of hits that look back on 100 years of broadcasting and his own history: “Saraba Koibito” (Sakai Masaaki) ~ “Ban Ban Ban” (The Spiders) ~ “Monkey Magic” (Godiego) ~ “Punska Pin!” (Sakai Masaaki & Rockon Social Club), together with Rockon Social Club. A glorious stage will heat up New Year’s Eve.
TUBE: Turns the Kohaku Stage into “Summer” with “Kohaku Natsu no Ousama Medley”!
TUBE, celebrating their 40th debut anniversary and appearing on Kohaku for the first time in 27 years. The four who have always heated up Japan’s summer will perform the “Kohaku Natsu no Ousama Medley”. Furthermore, comedians Arukō & Peace, the super cheerful Yasumura, and other performers will join the performance! They’ll deliver a festival stage that paints the Kohaku stage in “summer” colors.
Tendo Yoshimi x Osaka/Kansai Expo! The Myaku Myaku and Sharp Dance Collaboration Realized!
Myaku Myaku, the hugely popular official character of the Osaka/Kansai Expo, will appear on Tendo Yoshimi’s stage. They’ll do a special collaboration with Myaku Myaku, who captivated audiences with unexpectedly sharp, speedy, and precise characteristic dances. Titled “Anta no Hanamichi ~Myaku Myaku Dance SP~”, FRUITS ZIPPER and CANDY TUNE will also liven it up with dance.
Humbert Humbert x Morning Drama ‘Bakebake’ SP Stage! Unseen Alternate Cuts Too!
The husband-and-wife duo Humbert Humbert, who sing the theme song “Warattari Korondari” for the currently airing morning drama ‘Bakebake’. From the drama, Takashi Akari (playing heroine Matsuno Toki) and Tommy Bastow (playing her future husband, Heaven) will come to cheer as a “couple”. Furthermore, there will be unreleased photos taken by photographer Kawashima Kotori, who created the buzzworthy ‘Bakebake’ opening visuals, exclusively for Kohaku.
Broadcast 100th Anniversary Kohaku Special Project: Hikawa Kiyoshi’s SP Stage with Footage of the Beloved Misora Hibari!
Hikawa Kiyoshi will perform “Aisanzan”, a song by the post-war songbird Misora Hibari. Together with footage of Hibari’s performances that colorfully adorned Showa-era radio, TV, and the Kohaku, he will sing this beloved song with deep emotion.
Mizumori Kaori: The Queen of Local Songs Looks Back on 2025 with “Enka x Domino”!
Mizumori Kaori, who for two consecutive years has performed local songs with “Enka x Domino”. This year, she’ll perform a special version of Osaka’s local song, “Osaka Koishizuku ~Kohaku Domino Challenge 2025~”. She’ll look back on 2025 events through a domino rally. Last year’s domino challenge, started by skateboarding gold medalist Horimi Yuto, was a huge topic. Who will be this year’s starter is also drawing attention.
LiSA: “Zankoku na Yoru ni Kagayake” with ‘Kimetsu no Yaiba’ Special Footage!
LiSA will perform “Zankoku na Yoru ni Kagayake”, the theme song for the movie ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie – Infinity Castle Chapter 1 – Akaza’s Return’. Special ‘Kimetsu no Yaiba’ footage exclusive to the Kohaku stage will also be revealed.
Ishikawa Sayuri x NHK Symphony Orchestra “Amagi Goe” Special Collaboration
Ishikawa Sayuri will perform “Amagi Goe” together with the world-class “NHK Symphony Orchestra”. Sayuri, who is eager to “deliver an ‘Amagi Goe’ that will remain even 100 years in the future,” and the “N-Kyo” will present a special collaboration of overwhelming vocals and performance only on Kohaku.
Sakamoto Fuyumi’s Classic “Yozakura Oshichi”, Livened Up by M!LK’s Dance
The 5-member dance vocal group M!LK, making their Kohaku debut, will participate with dance for Sakamoto Fuyumi’s classic “Yozakura Oshichi”. What chemical reaction will M!LK’s inherent energetic and powerful performance create with Sakamoto Fuyumi’s grace?
Junretsu: Paying Respect to The Drifters, They Perform “Ii Yu Dana (Vibranon Rock)” Live from a Hot Spring Town!
Junretsu will deliver “Ii Yu Dana (Vibranon Rock)” via live broadcast. This song, originally by Duke Aces and popularized by The Drifters with their ad-libs and arrangement, will be performed by Junretsu with respect. Time Machine 3-gou has been decided as the relay reporter. From which onsen town will the New Year’s Eve steam-filled live broadcast come from? We’ll find out during the show.
Nogizaka46: Viewer-Participation “Same numbers” SP Performance Using TV Remotes!
Nogizaka46 will perform “Same numbers”. True to the title, during the performance, viewers will be challenged to press the same number on their remote as the number displayed by the members—a viewer-participation challenge. If the total score from viewers exceeds a set score, special effects will adorn the stage. Details can be found in the explanatory video on the official website and Kohaku’s official X/YouTube accounts.
Perfume: 25th Anniversary! Their Last Stage Before Cold Sleep (Activity Hiatus)
Perfume, who announced they will enter “cold sleep” (activity hiatus) at the end of 2025, will perform the “Perfume Medley 2025” of “Polyrhythm” ~ “Meguru Loop”. For their performance, which has always shocked the world on the Kohaku stage, choreographer/director MIKIKO is participating. A stage condensed with Perfume’s history will commence.
Miyama Hiroshi: This Year Too, “Kohaku x Kendama” with Glorious Members—Host Ariyoshi Hiroiki Also Participates!
The now traditional New Year’s Eve feature: Miyama Hiroshi’s “Kohaku x Kendama”. This year too, he’ll perform “Saka Akari ~Dai 9-kai Kendama Sekai Kiroku e no Michi~”, challenging the Guinness World Record for kendama. This year’s guests are IROHA (ILLIT), Niihama Leon, MAKI (&TEAM), DJ KOO (TRF), and Harisenbon’s Minowa Haruka. And this time, Ariyoshi Hiroiki, hosting Kohaku for the 3rd consecutive year, will finally participate in the kendama project. Together with the glorious members, they aim to break the world record for “Longest line of people consecutively catching a kendama” of 129 consecutive catches.
By Murata Makoto
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