Nishino Nanase tested positive for the novel coronavirus

Former Nogizaka46 member, actress Nishino Nanase has tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

According to her agency, Nishino had a fever on January 17th and a PCR test was conducted the following day and it was shown as positive on January 18th…

Currently, symptoms have subsided and she is awaiting guidance from the health center and is receiving medical treatment at home.

Her agency said apologized for the inconvenience caused to al the people involved in the work, co-stars and fans who are always supportive, and will take thorough infection control measures for prevention as the highest priority.

Today, numerous entertainers tested positive including Nishino, comedian Shima Kazuya, Kosaka Daiamao (Pikotaro), model Yokota Mayu, rakugota Shota Shunputei and singer/actor Morisaki Win.