Tokyo Purin’s Makino diagnosed with cancer

Avex singing duo Tokyo Purin announced some serious news on Saturday: member Takashi Makino (46) has been diagnosed with lung cancer. Makino revealed his condition during a live appearance at the end of Saturday’s broadcast of the Sendai-area show “Ara Ara Kashiko.”

Makino explained that in mid-June, he went to the doctor because of stomach pains, and it was discovered that water had built up in his heart and in both lungs. Because of the risk of heart failure, he was immediately hospitalized and underwent surgery to remove the water. When his doctor investigated the source of the water, malignant cancer cells were found in Makino’s lungs. He was notified of his condition on June 28.

Makino used to be a heavy smoker (said to have smoked three packs a day), but he had reportedly taken care of his health ever since quitting at the age of 32. Because of that, he said that he was in disbelief when his doctor told him about the cancer.

The singer stated that he does not plan to take a complete break from his work, but the extent of his activities will depend on his doctor’s advice.

Source:
Sankei Sports