The 42nd Annual Japan Record Awards took place on December 31, 2000, starting at 6:30PM JST. The primary ceremonies were televised in Japan on TBS. Award winners Japan Record Award: Keisuke Kuwata (Songwriter, Composer and producer) & Southern All Stars for "Tsunami" Best Vocalist: Kaori Kozai Best New Artist: Kiyoshi Hikawa Best Album: Ayumi Hamasaki for "Duty" Special Award: Namie Amuro Morning Musume See also 51st NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen External links Official Website Japan Record Awards Japan Record Awards Japan Record Awards Japan Record Awards 2000