Well, this is another sudden celeb passing. A huge one, too: Yashiro was a more iconic enka presence for me than even Misora Hibari. Still feels remarkable how Japan can keep stuff like this under wraps for weeks, giving family all the privacy they need.

https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2024010900966/ 

Privacy is a given. I am so sorry to hear that. Thank you for posting.