RIIZE’s Shotaro participates in upcoming activities in limited capacity following ankle injury

07 May 2026, 09:43 by Demian09 · allkpop

SM Entertainment announced that RIIZE member Shotaro will continue participating in scheduled activities in a limited capacity following an ankle injury.

According to the agency, Shotaro sustained the injury during a performance at an overseas event. After undergoing a detailed medical examination at the hospital, he was diagnosed with a torn ankle ligament. He is currently recovering while wearing a semi-cast and receiving regular outpatient treatment.

Despite the injury, Shotaro will still attend the scheduled events, including the May 8 Incheon National University festival, the May 10 Japan Kstyle Party, and the May 14 Sogang University and Soongsil University festivals. However, he will not be participating in choreography or dance performances on stage.

The decision was made after discussions with Shotaro and in accordance with medical advice, which states that while daily activities are possible, he should refrain from intense dancing and prioritize rest and recovery. The agency added that it will fully support his recovery process and asked fans for their understanding.

Official Statement from SM Entertainment:

"Hello, this is SM Entertainment.

We would like to inform you regarding RIIZE member Shotaro’s injury and his upcoming scheduled activities.

Shotaro recently injured his ankle during a performance at an overseas event. Following a detailed medical examination at the hospital, he was diagnosed with a torn ankle ligament. He is currently recovering while wearing a semi-cast and receiving regular outpatient treatment.

As a result, it has been decided that Shotaro will participate in the scheduled events (the May 8 Incheon National University festival, the May 10 Japan Kstyle Party, and the May 14 Sogang University and Soongsil University festivals), but he will not perform choreography on stage.

This decision was made after discussions with Shotaro and in accordance with medical advice stating that while daily activities are possible, he should refrain from intense dancing and prioritize rest and recovery. We kindly ask for fans’ generous understanding, and we will do our utmost to support the artist’s speedy recovery.

Thank you."

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