The Utakai Hajime is an annual gathering, convened by the Emperor of Japan, in which participants read traditional Japanese poetry on a common theme before a wider audience. It is broadcast live on the NHK General TV and abroad on NHK World Premium.
2013
2017
2009
2022
2023
2006
2020
1992
2004
2014
2024
1997
2025
1993
