Spitz Drummer Tatsuo Sakiyama Seriously Injured in Tokyo Traffic Accident
Tatsuo Sakiyama, the 59-year-old drummer of Japanese rock band Spitz, was seriously injured in a traffic accident in Tokyo's Shibuya Ward on November 12 after a passenger car struck his motorcycle from behind, although his management agency has confirmed that his injuries are not life-threatening. (News On Japan)
Tatsuo Sakiyama, drummer for Japanese rock band Spitz, suffered serious injuries in a Tokyo traffic accident on November 12. The incident occurred when a passenger car struck his motorcycle from behind in Shibuya Ward. Despite the severity of his injuries, they are not life-threatening, according to his management agency. Sakiyama was conscious during the emergency response and was transported to a hospital by ambulance.
Recovery will likely take some time as he focuses on hospitalization, treatment, and rehabilitation. The band's upcoming 2027 tour, including a nationwide tour, is currently proceeding as planned, with decisions on performances to be made based on his medical condition.
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