Foreign singer suddenly cancels Taiwan show, 11 performances axed; netizens baffled
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Japanese singer AKASAKI has unexpectedly canceled all his upcoming performances, including a show in Taiwan.
- The singer cited "production considerations" for the abrupt decision, expressing his own confusion and regret.
- AKASAKI reassured fans that he is well and intends to return once conditions are right, but the exact reasons for the cancellation remain unclear.
Japanese singer AKASAKI has abruptly canceled all his upcoming performances, including a highly anticipated concert in Taiwan scheduled for November 28. The sudden announcement has left fans bewildered, with many questioning the reasons behind the decision.
For me, I was also very much looking forward to my first world tour, and I insisted 'I want to sing' until the end. I am also very confused. It's just that due to production considerations, this decision had to be made to suspend it.
AKASAKI, who recently held a free fan event in Taipei attracting 3,000 attendees to promote his "1st WORLD TOUR 'ONIGIRI'," was touted as the youngest Japanese male solo artist to embark on a world tour. However, just days after his promotional activities in Taiwan, he announced the cancellation of all shows on August 13, citing "production considerations."
Speculation about his health or potential scandals has circulated online. Addressing these concerns, AKASAKI posted a message to his fans, stating, "For me, I was also very much looking forward to my first world tour, and I insisted 'I want to sing' until the end. I am also very confused. It's just that due to production considerations, this decision had to be made to suspend it."
To everyone who waited for the performances with anticipation, I am truly sorry, and I also feel regret. I will not stop my steps, and when the environment and conditions are adjusted, I will definitely return to see you all.
He apologized for the disappointment and expressed his own regret, promising to return once environmental and conditional adjustments are made. AKASAKI also added, "I am fine now!" seemingly to quell health concerns, though the precise circumstances leading to the cancellation remain a mystery.
I am fine now!
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.