The broadcast of Yowamushi Pedal 2 will go forward as planned with the blessing of Takigawa himself and his family.
The first seven episodes of the sequel series began airing on BS SKY PerfecTV! starting on August 18.
Actor Eiji Takigawa’s agency Eri Office announced on Monday that, following an accident on the set of the live-action Yowamushi Pedal 2 television series, Takigawa has been diagnosed with a spinal chord injury.
Takigawa was cycling downhill toward Fuefuki when he collided with the left curb while on a right curve in the road.