Shocking news has come from the group RIIZE. One of its members, Shotaro, will not be able to attend their latest concert, RIIZING LOUD, in Macau. On Friday, February 6, 2026 local time, local promoters released a statement confirming that Shotaro would not be attending the concert.
They did not provide a specific reason for the idol's absence. “Although everyone has prepared for all members to attend, unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances, Shotaro will not be able to participate in the RIIZE concert,” the agency said in a statement.
“We ask for the understanding of fans who have waited and supported RIIZE for a long time,” agency continued. Speculation began to emerge following the diplomatic conflict between China and Japan, which affected several artists from that country. Shotaro himself is a member of Japanese citizenship.
A similar situation occurred when Ningning from aespa was also unable to attend a New Year's Eve event held by a Japanese television station. Her agency stated that the idol was ill, but the public suspected it was related to a diplomatic dispute.
RIIZE, consisting of Sohee, Eunseok, Wonbin, Sungchan, Shotaro, and Anton, held the RIIZING LOUD tour which took place on several continents. Meanwhile, Shotaro briefly discussed rumors of his relationship with aespa's Giselle. Shotaro denied the rumors, stating that Giselle is his senior and close friend.
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