The cause of death of actor and J-pop singer Miho Nakayama has been revealed.
The award-winning star died last Friday at the age of 54 and was found in the bathtub of his Tokyo home just hours before he was to take the stage in Osaka for a Christmas concert.
Star died “due to an unexpected accident” said a statement on its official website.
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“The autopsy confirmed that there was no foul play involved. The cause of death was said to be an unintentional accident while bathing.
“We are all deeply saddened by this sudden incident and want to express our heartfelt gratitude for the support and concern we have received.”
A statement Announcing his death on its website it said it “happened so suddenly that even we are shocked and saddened”.
Local outlets reported that Nakayama was discovered by an acquaintance who went to her home when she did not show up for an appointment.
She was scheduled to perform at the Miho Nakayama Christmas Concert 2024 at Billboard Live just hours before she was found dead.
The event was canceled due to Nakayama’s “poor health” and refunds were issued to ticketholders.
His death was confirmed in a statement later that day.
The star was recognized as a teenager in the 1980s and became one of the best-selling J-pop singers before winning multiple Best Actress awards for her roles in the 1995 film Love Letter and the 1998 film Tokyo Weather. It was made.
According to her, she has a son who lives with her ex-husband, singer Hitonari Tsuji, whom she married in 2002 and divorced in 2014 after moving to Paris. imbd Page.
Star’s haunting last post
Nakayama’s last post on Instagram was an image of a textile artwork by Louise Bourgeois from the artist’s exhibition in Tokyo, with embroidered text reading: “I went to hell and came back. And let me tell you, it was amazing.”
“For some days, my heart was so overwhelmed that I could only talk to the friend I went with,” Nakayama captioned the post Thursday.
Tributes poured in for the star affectionately known as “Miporin”.
Shunji Iwai, director of Love Letter, Tweeted: “We promised to make a pilgrimage to snow-covered Otaru together in 2025 for your 40th first anniversary and the 30th anniversary of the love letter.”
“And then the news of your sudden demise. So many emotions are swirling inside – frustration, deep regret… I am unable yet to give formal words of remembrance… Tonight, though only in spirit, I want to be with you.
