Chanmina Withdraws From Music Awards Japan Due to Hypothyroidism
Chanmina was a scheduled performer alongside Kenshi Yonezu and Fujii Kaze at one of Japan's largest international music awards, and her withdrawal removes a major act from the live broadcast lineup.
Key Facts
- Chanmina was diagnosed with hypothyroidism after reporting throat discomfort.
- Her agency RAINBOW ENTERTAINMENT and label NO LABEL MUSIC announced her withdrawal on June 8.
- The MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 Grand Ceremony is scheduled for June 13.
- Other scheduled performers include Kenshi Yonezu, Fujii Kaze, MISAMO, and Sam Smith.
- The ceremony will air live on NHK and stream on YouTube, Lemino, Abema, and radiko.
Reporting from 1 source: KAI-YOU.
Rapper Chanmina has canceled her performance at the June 13 Grand Ceremony of MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 after being diagnosed with hypothyroidism. The diagnosis followed throat discomfort and other health problems. Her agency and label jointly announced the withdrawal on June 8, citing a need for rest under medical guidance.
Rapper Chanmina will not perform at the MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 Grand Ceremony on June 13. Her agency RAINBOW ENTERTAINMENT and label NO LABEL MUSIC announced on June 8 that she has been diagnosed with hypothyroidism after reporting throat discomfort. Doctors determined she needs a period of rest. The event, organized by the Culture and Entertainment Industry Promotion Association, is in its second edition this year. The Grand Ceremony will air live on NHK and stream on YouTube, Lemino, Abema, and radiko. Other scheduled performers include Kenshi Yonezu, Fujii Kaze, MISAMO, Sakanaction, Hitsujibungaku, HANA, Sam Smith, LiSA, TAKUMA (10-FEET), Aina The End, and Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra.
Synthesized by Yomimono from the 1 cited source below, including Japanese-language reporting where cited, then editorially reviewed before publishing.