New program now available “KARAxKARA Singing Grand Prix” begins! A new karaoke experience expands with the home karaoke “KARAxKARA”

[New program now available] “KARAxKARA Singing Grand Prix” begins! Expand your karaoke experience with the “KARAxKARA” home karaoke machine. ​
Kyodo Television Inc. Press release: September 4, 2025 To Members of the Press [New Program Now Available] “KARAxKARA Singing Grand Prix” Begins! Expand your karaoke experience with the home karaoke “KARAxKARA” Discover talented singers through our YouTube program! Spread the culture of karaoke, which can be enjoyed casually at home, across the country. Kyodo Television Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Takashi Ishihara) has begun streaming the new program “KARAxKARA Utauma Grand Prix,” featuring the home karaoke soundbar “KARAxKARA,” on YouTube from September 1, 2025. Participants are members of the general public who love singing, and judges include voice trainers, music producers, and karaoke critic Natsumi Yuino. The event is hosted by Akiko Yagi. This is a new form of karaoke entertainment that can be enjoyed at home.
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Scenes from the first recording “KARAxKARA Singing Grand Prix” is a YouTube program with the theme of “experiencing a professional singing stage from the comfort of your own home.” On the program, participants showcase their singing talents using the KARAxKARA home soundbar. Judges, including music experts such as voice trainers, music producers, and karaoke critics, evaluate the contestants’ singing ability and expressiveness from a variety of perspectives. Viewers will be able to rediscover the fun and depth of karaoke through the earnest performances of ordinary participants. About the “KARAxKARA” Product “KARAxKARA” is a home soundbar that lets you enjoy authentic karaoke simply by connecting it to your TV. The new standard for home karaoke: Sound quality and microphone functionality approaching that of professional karaoke Versatility: Can be used as a high-quality speaker when not using karaoke Suitable for a wide range of
generations: Enjoy karaoke with family, friends, or even solo. This program is also a new PR initiative that promotes the appeal of “KARAxKARA” through actual singing scenes.
Program Overview Program Name: KARAxKARA Utauma Grand Prix Streaming start date: September 1, 2025 Streaming platform: Official YouTube channel First streaming video:
https://youtu.be/e83iV7cZLIQ?si=GGbnvXnGVohj36oi Official guide page: https://karakara-soundbar.com/utauma/ Judges (titles omitted) Karaoke critic: Natsumi Yuino and others, voice trainer Planned music producer
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/134910/13/134910-13-75f997b98d8ad8784d11eccd291ae17d-1920×1080.png Participants singing enthusiastically
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Future Developments Next installment scheduled for release in late September Recruitment for contestants and recording venues will begin
nationwide. The project will uncover talented singers in the local area and allow anyone to become a singing hero in their town. Company name: Kyodo Television Co., Ltd. Location: Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Representative: President and CEO Takashi Ishihara Business Description: Planning, production, and sales of broadcast programs, news, variety shows, etc., as well as production of various media content such as movies, videos, web and mobile content, and DVDs. Our wide-ranging activities include event planning and implementation, reporting, filming, editing, and post-production, development and sales of electronic devices, advertising agency services, and broadcast-related staffing. Karaoke Soundbar URL:
https://karakara-soundbar.com/ Inquiries regarding this matter Kyodo Television Co., Ltd., Third Production Department Karaoke Sound Bar KARAxKARA Public Relations Representative
MAIL:kara_info@kyodo-tv.co.jp For more information about this release