# Japanese entertainers facing facial paralysis issues

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/japanese-entertainers-facing-facial-paralysis-issues
> Updated: 2026-09-18T04:54:21.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Japanese entertainers have shared personal health struggles involving facial paralysis or risks thereof.

Shoko Nakagawa revealed she underwent surgery in 2023 for a parotid gland tumor that had grown to over 4 centimeters. She noted that the tumor involved nerves responsible for facial movement, and doctors warned of an “over 80% chance of permanent facial paralysis.” Nakagawa reported that the tumor was not malignant and she suffered no paralysis.

Actress Ayaka Miyoshi recently disclosed a diagnosis of facial paralysis, which caused her to miss a film production presentation. Miyoshi stated she is recovering and has resumed activities, including attending a film premiere in Seoul.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-18: Ayaka Miyoshi reveals facial paralysis diagnosis

Japanese actress Ayaka Miyoshi revealed she missed recent film promotions due to a facial paralysis diagnosis but is now recovering and returning to activities for the film ‘Tazza: Song of Beelzebub’.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ayaka-miyoshi-reveals-facial-paralysis-diagnosis

### 2026-09-03: Shoko Nakagawa reveals 2023 parotid gland tumor surgery

Japanese entertainer Shoko Nakagawa revealed she underwent surgery for a parotid gland tumor in 2023, overcoming an 80% risk of facial paralysis to return to her career and motherhood.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shoko-nakagawa-reveals-2023-parotid-gland-tumor-surgery

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