Otaka prize
The Otaka prize is a prize annually awarded since 1952. It is named after the Japanese composer and conductor Hisatada Otaka, the prize is given to Japanese composers, and is awarded by the NHK [Symphony Orchestra]. Awardees include, Toshi Ichiyanagi, Shinichiro Ikebe, Toshiro Mayuzumi and the first woman awardee, Keiko Fujiie.