Japanese pop duo Chage & Aska split after 40 years

Chage & Aska. Photo: chage-aska.net

Japanese pop duo Chage & Aska were supposed to mark their 40th anniversary on Sunday (Aug 25).

However, it turned out to be the day of their dissolution after Aska - one half of the pop act - announced he was officially leaving the duo. In a statement on his official website, Aska, 61, said this was the best outcome for Chage & Aska, and the decision was made after discussions with the management agency.