Justin Bieber Crew Refusing to Do Japan Shows Over Radiation Fears

Justin Bieber’s stage crew is refusing to go to Japan for two concerts scheduled later this month over fears of radiation from the recent nuclear disaster.

The crew is apparently arguing that it’s unsafe to visit the country for the planned May 17 and May 19 shows, noting that Avril Lavigne and Slash have already cancelled their Japan concerts.

The teen star’s manager Scooter Braun reportedly told the crew that Bieber didn’t want to disappoint the kids who had bought tickets, and noted that the Japanese government has said it’s safe in both Osaka and Tokyo, where the shows are scheduled.

Gossip Cop reached out to a source on Bieber’s tour in Australia, who confirms the situation and tells us they’re “dealing with it now.”

We’ll update when we learn more.