NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen (NHK紅白歌合戦)

This is a live subtitled broadcast. Some parts may not be fully covered by the subtitles.

Hashimoto: The Red and White Song Battle has finally begun!

I look forward to sharing these wonderful four and a half hours with you.

I'm looking forward to it. I look forward to seeing you all!

Ariyoshi-san, what kind of "Kohaku" do you want to have this year?

Ariyoshi: I haven't done much this year.

This time it's dance!

I would like to contribute to the program with dance, dance and more dance.

I'm really motivated. I look forward to working with you!

Hashimoto: What about Sari?

Ito≫Unexpectedly

I'm getting nervous.

But everyone is so warm and welcoming so I'm looking forward to having fun.

Ariyoshi: This is Kanna's third time, so I think she'll have no problem.

Hashimoto: No, I don't have time, but I'm really excited.

I want to have fun with you all.

Ito: Well, shall we get started now, Ariyoshi-san?

Ariyoshi≫"NHK Red and White Song Battle"

This year's theme is "A Song for You."

Ito: Everyone has a song that is important to them.

Hashimoto: To each and every one of you tonight

I will deliver songs filled with my heart.

Ariyoshi: I'm already moved by everyone's wonderful singing.

It's the best! It's the best time.

Once again, the 75th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen

Your host is Ariyoshi Hiroiki.

Hashimoto≫I'm Hashimoto Kanna, also a host.

Thank you all for your support.

Ito≫This is Ito Sari.

This is my first time as a host, but I'm having fun.

I will do my best.

Suzuki≫This is announcer Suzuki Naoko.

Thank you very much.

Hashimoto: This year's theme is "A song for you."

To each and every one of you on New Year's Eve 2024

I will deliver the best songs.

Ito≫Let's get started.

The top batter had a big break this year

Everyone at ME:I.

≫Click! ME: It's me. Nice to meet you!

Ariyoshi: You're appearing on "Kohaku" straight away in your first year since debut.

How do you like it?

MOMONA≫A truly dreamlike stage

I'm really nervous to be standing here like this.

A fitting opening act for the "Kohaku Uta Gassen"

Delivering an energetic performance.

Following Hashimoto≫ME:I, the next person to appear is Yoshimi Tendo.

Kocchino Kento, who was a first-time participant and became a hot topic for his "GiriGiri Dance".

An opening medley that everyone can sing and dance to

So, here are three songs in a row!

Hashimoto: Next up is Tendo Yoshimi performing "Anata no Hanamichi."

Let's all raise our voices together!

≫That's it!

≫That's it!

≫That's it!

≫That's it!

Tendo≫Thank you very much!

Ito≫Next up is Kento over here.

Let's dance together until the very last moment!

Kento≫Watching "Kohaku"...

Kento≫2024.

Kento≫Nice to meet you!

Let's all dance!

Hashimoto≫Thank you very much, Kento here.

How was your first time performing on the "Kohaku" stage?

Kento: I'm so happy. Thank you so much.

Ariyoshi: It was so exciting. It was great!

Ito≫Everyone did a great job!

thank you very much.

Ariyoshi: It's so exciting.

Next, we will introduce the judges.

Suzuki, please. Suzuki: This is the year's

We had eight people attend who played an active role.

Thank you all for your support.

Ariyoshi: Next year's taiga drama

Starring in "Berabou - Tsutae Eika's Dream Story"

This is Ryusei Yokohama. What do you think of the "Kohaku Uta Gassen"?

Yokohama≫It was amazing, the atmosphere was so exciting.

I am truly grateful for this wonderful opportunity.

I'm grateful. I hope everyone's performances will be well.

I want to burn this image into my memory.

Ariyoshi: Please enjoy yourself and go home. Thank you very much.

This year, he was active in various dramas and movies.

What do you think of the actor Kawai Yumi?

Kawai: I'm honored to be here today.

A special seat that far exceeds your imagination

I'm really enjoying it.

I would like to receive your strength until the very end.

Ariyoshi: Special program for 100 years of broadcasting next year

MC of "Minna no Best Kohaku"

He is also the leader of the NHK comedy program "LIFE!"

This is Teruyoshi Uchimura. This time, he is appearing on "Kohaku"

What should you pay attention to?

Uchimura: In the end it's going to be Red or White that wins!

Ariyoshi: This is a basic thing.

Uchimura: We will be conducting a strict screening process!

Ariyoshi: Thank you very much.

Suzuki: Viewers can also use their TV remote controls to judge.

You can participate.

Depending on the length, you can vote up to 5 times.

Hashimoto: And this year, not only on General TV,

Also available on BS Premium 4K, BS 8K Radio, and NHK Plus

You can see it.

Nakaoka≫Ariyoshi-san!

This is Lotti and Nakaoka!

Kokado≫Hello, this is Kokado!

Audio commentary and streaming available

We bring you behind-the-scenes talk.

This will be brought to you by us, Rotti and announcer Akagi.

Nakaoka≫We have artists here.

Invite as a guest

We'll hear about what goes on behind the scenes of "Kohaku" that you can't hear anywhere else!

Ariyoshi: You're excited, aren't you?

Akagi≫Kent-san here, who just finished singing

Thank you for coming.

Kento≫I look forward to working with you! Thank you very much.

Kokado≫Enjoy this while watching "Kohaku"!

Ariyoshi: Thank you very much. I'm looking forward to the behind-the-scenes talk.

Ito≫Next up is Omoinotake, who is participating for the first time.

Everyone.

Hashimoto: The song you will be singing tonight was a big hit this year.

"Billions of light years."

Ariyoshi: It was a big hit this year. I listened to it a lot.

Hasn't it changed your life?

Fujii: Really, a street live performance here in Shibuya

I've been doing it for a long time.

Since then, I have wanted to stand on this stage.

I came here with a dream.

To everyone who listened to this song tonight and shared their feelings,

I want to sing in a way that will comfort people.

Ito: This year's "Kohaku" will be from each and every one of you.

We invited stories and messages related to the song.

Among them, here are some messages sent to "Billions of Light Years"

Let me introduce you to...

Ariyoshi: It's an amazing song.

Ito: Well then, please listen.

Ito≫Everyone at Omoinotake

thank you very much.

Hashimoto: Next up we have two groups whose dancing has been a hot topic this year.

≫First of all, Da-iCE.

"I wonder" released in April

Catchy choreography attracts attention

The total number of views on social media exceeded 1 billion.

Next up is ILLIT.

Debut song "Magnetic"

The cute choreography has become a hot topic.

Not only Japan and South Korea, but also the United States and the United Kingdom

It also ranked on the music charts.

Two groups whose dancing created a huge buzz this year will be appearing at "Kohaku" for the first time.

Hashimoto: Da-iCE and ILLIT are participating for the first time.

Ito: First of all, Da-iCE, this year marks the 10th anniversary of your debut.

This is your first time at the Red and White Song Battle. How do you feel?

Hanamura: I finally got there on my 10th anniversary since my debut

Because this is the place.

With all my heart, I want to thank the members and the fans.

I will do my best with your help.

Hashimoto>>Next up we have the ILLIT team.

Tonight's performance of "Magnetic"

The hand choreography in the chorus became a big hit.

Could you please tell me?

MOKA≫The chorus "UUUU..."

To the lyrics

The choreography involves touching between the fingers.

If you pay attention to this choreography,

I'm happy.

Ariyoshi>>It seems difficult... Let's do our best!

Hashimoto: Well then, please listen.

Two songs in a row, please.

Ito≫Everyone at ILLIT and everyone at Da-iCE

thank you very much.

Hashimoto≫Next up are the members of Ryokuoushoku Shakai.

Tonight I won the gold medal at "Ncon"

The song will be performed by a chorus of junior high school students.

Please see here.

The assigned song for the "N-Con" is "Because we are living things."

This year's winner of the best choir in Japan was

It was a joint team of six schools from Kitakami City, Iwate Prefecture.

Students who wanted to sing together

Students come together from across schools to compete in the "N-Con" competition.

This was the first time in history that a joint team won the championship.

Hashimoto: There's only a little time left to sing with this group before I graduate.

Tonight, I will be performing on the Red and White stage with the much-admired Ryokuoushoku Shakai.

Nagaya≫Thank you to the junior high school students for singing it so carefully.

I am truly filled with joy.

Today, I want us all to sing together in one heart.

Let's all do our best!

≫Yay!

Nagaya≫Please listen to "Because we are living things."

Hashimoto: I asked everyone from Ryokuoushoku Shakai to sing along.

Thank you to all the junior high school students.

Suzuki>>Now, let's ask the judges for their thoughts.

Yoko Morishita, a ballerina, was awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays this year.

How did you like today's performance?

Morishita: It's like a sound resonating from the sun.

I was truly deeply moved by Haruko's voice.

It's as if it was sent from the sun to our earth.

I feel like they have come to visit me.

And to all the junior high school students

I believe that you have many wonderful and infinite possibilities.

I hope you will continue to do your best.