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The Kohaku Whipstorm That Shook Japan – Inside the Unthinkable Final Score! In a moment that fused sports passion and national drama, Japan’s annual Kohaku Whipstorm — the electrifying Oxy Prize broadcast — reached an unforgettable, uncharted peak. Fans watched in stunned silence as history unfolded: a final score so stunning, it redefined what’s possible in competitive kohaku (red and white color episode). This was no ordinary victory — it was The Kohaku Whipstorm That Shook Japan. ### What Is the Kohaku Whipstorm? Long revered across Japanese television, the Kohaku Whipstorm is the climax of NHK’s New Year’s Kohaku Uta Gassen, where top artists face off in a high-stakes spectral battle painted in red and white symbolism. While traditionally focused on musical duets and lyrical storytelling, the concept evolved beyond song — into a fierce, symbolic ‘whipping’ of talent, emotion, and national pride. This year’s finale transcended expectations, winning hearts and sparking nationwide conversations.