Japanese actor Takahashi Kaito will not be making a previously expected appearance on a 24-hour TV program. The reason for the cancellation has not been made public. The marathoned TV show, which is popular in Japan, will continue as planned without Kaito's participation.
24-hour TV programs are a unique aspect of Japanese television culture. These programs often feature celebrities and public figures, and their appearances are heavily promoted beforehand. A cancellation like this is unusual and can cause a lot of buzz and speculation among viewers.
In the United States or the European Union, such an occurrence might be seen similarly. If a well-known celebrity were to suddenly cancel an appearance on a highly anticipated program, it would likely lead to public curiosity and substantial news coverage.