Shortly after SMAPxSMAP was aired , most news sites wrote they will not disband but my sister & I are sceptical because of the way each member worded their apology
To me time will tell and right now SMAP has a lot of things at stake , be it their CM contracts , numerous variety shows/dramas and their longtime fans that supported them for so long . Also before SMAPxSMAP was aired , their Universal Studios Japan CM was being broadcasted
Oddly the 1 person that hasn't commented on this was their former band member Mori Katsuyuki
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SMAP members talk about recent troubles on live 'SMAP×SMAP' appearance
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On January 18, SMAP members made a live appearance on their Fuji TV program "SMAP×SMAP" and talked about recent trouble.
First of all, Kimura Takuya started with, "It is January 18th 2016 today. We have caused a public uproar since last week about us, SMAP, and we gave worries to so many people. If things kept going, I was afraid that SMAP could break up in midair, so we thought it was important for five of us together to explain to everyone. Therefore, we received this opportunity."
Then each members followed,
- Inagaki Goro
"I'm sorry for causing troubles about us. I hope you see us from now on, and would like to receive support from you, so we will do our best. Please continue to support us."
- Katori Shingo
"I apologise for making so many people worried and anxious. Starting today, I hope we can make many smiles with you again, so please support us."
- Nakai Masahiro
"Because of this, it made me strongly realise once again how much SMAP is receiving supports from you. I deeply apologise. Please continue to support us."
- Kusanagi Tsuyoshi
"I noticed so many things because of the words from you. I am really grateful. We are standing right here, since Kimura-kun gave us an opportunity to apologise to Johnny-san. I am relieved to be able to stay here with all five of us together."
At the end, Kimura said, "Lastly, we will keep going forward...just by looking forward, no matter what happens, so everyone, please support us."
It seems like SMAP's disbandment has been avoided.
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http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...map-appearance
Fans even commented the tie colours that the members wore , all wear black except KimuTaku which's a bit of an irony