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.
2020
2025
2023
2022
2017
2024
2005
2015
2013
2021
2018
1999
2011
2019
2012
