 On a Saturday in early October, a couple stood out in the crowded international departure lounge at Haneda Airport—TV personality Saeko and Ryota, the bassist for the rock band “ONE OK ROCK.” It seems the two are in a serious relationship…?

[Full Article] Exclusive! Saeko &#038; ONE OK ROCK&#8217;s Ryota: &#8220;Hand-in-Hand ♡♡ Trip to South Korea&#8221; Caught on Camera!

 Hide Nishihara

 We’ve caught one of the comedy world’s most notorious “scumbag comedians,” Yoichi Okano, on a dog-walking date with his girlfriend—whom he calls “Juliet”! Okano is currently living as a “kept man” with her in a high-rise apartment, but is marriage on the horizon? We confronted Okano directly!

Japan’s Most Notorious Deadbeat Comedian Is Getting Married?! Yoichi Okano’s Secret Life with a Beautiful Girlfriend Revealed

 A couple walking a small Jack Russell Terrier in a trendy neighborhood—Yoichi Okano, one of the comedy world’s most notorious “scum comedians,” and his girlfriend, whom he calls “Juliet.” We caught up with Okano, who is living a “tower mansion sugar baby” lifestyle!

Comedian Yōichi Okano Announces Marriage as Report Reveals His Life with a Beautiful Woman

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 After riding together in a car and enjoying dinner at a yakiniku restaurant popular with celebrities, they headed to their “love nest” where they live together—

 Before they knew it, these two TV stars had taken their relationship from “co-stars” to “lovers.” After enjoying dinner at a yakiniku restaurant popular with celebrities, Wakabayashi settled into the passenger seat of a luxury car driven by Mukai, and the couple headed affectionately to their love nest…

Panther’s Satoshi Mukai and TBS Announcer Yuko Wakabayashi: Exclusive Photos Expose Their Secret Live-In Romance

 Keisuke Nishi

 Ikuto Kawai, who left the idol group “A.B.C-Z” in ’23 and successfully transitioned into a multifaceted entertainer, has reportedly been in a “devoted relationship” with voice actress Moe Toyoda, according to information obtained by our magazine. Is marriage on the horizon?

Former A.B.C-Z Star Fumito Kawai and Voice Actress Moe Toyota Spotted Together After Four and a Half Years of Serious Dating

 Ikuto Kawai, who left the idol group “A.B.C-Z” in ’23 and successfully transitioned to a career as a multi-talented entertainer, is reportedly in a “devoted relationship” with voice actress Moe Toyoda, according to information obtained by this magazine. How did the two meet?

Scoop! Former A.B.C-Z Member Fumito Kawai and Voice Actress Moe Toyota in a Four-and-a-Half-Year Relationship

 Enjoying Dinner Together at a Yakiniku Restaurant Popular Among Celebrities

 Satoru Mukai of the comedy trio “Panther” emerged from a down-to-earth yakiniku restaurant in Tokyo. Just when we thought he was having a solo meal at his favorite spot after work… TBS announcer Yuko Wakabayashi suddenly popped up from behind him!

Scoop! Panther’s Satoru Mukai and TBS Announcer Yuko Wakabayashi Spotted on a Secret Date

 Takahiro Kagawa (Photos 1 & 2) Takayuki Ogawachi

 Just as rumors swirled about his potential run for Fukuoka mayor and his private life was under intense scrutiny following his unexpected appearance on a dating reality show…

 With rumors swirling about his potential run for Fukuoka mayor and his unexpected appearance on a dating reality show drawing massive attention to his private life… Shinji Ishimaru was spotted walking arm-in-arm with a beauty resembling First Summer Uika in real life and spent the night with her at his Tokyo office and residence!

“Stay Close”–Shocking Photos Show Shinji Ishimaru, Former Leader of Saisei no Michi, Spending the Night With a Long-Haired Beauty

 Ichiro Takatsuka (4th photo) / Jiji Press (3rd photo)

 At a high-end supermarket—a popular hotspot—they stood close together, unconcerned about prying eyes…

 At a landmark luxury supermarket in Tokyo’s Minato Ward… a couple is seen chatting affectionately while stocking up on groceries. Although Kurashina is wearing a mask and ØMI is hiding his face with a knit cap and mask, the two were snuggled up together without a care in the world about the other shoppers around them.

【Romance Scoop!】Kana Kurashina and J SOUL BROTHERS’ ØMI Spotted on a Lovey-Dovey Shopping Date

 Takahiro Kagawa

 Our magazine has snapped exclusive photos of Shinji Ishimaru, former captain of “The Road to Rebirth,” on an overnight date with a long-haired beauty. With attention on his private life growing due to his appearance on a dating reality show, who exactly is this mystery woman…?

【Scoop!】Former Saisei no Michi Leader Shinji Ishimaru Spotted Spending the Night With a Long-Haired Beauty

 Kumatarō Arai (Photos 6–8)

 Another high-profile couple has emerged in the entertainment world—In late April, a man and a woman were spotted enjoying a shopping trip at a supermarket in a Tokyo shopping complex. They are popular singer ØMI (Hiroto Tosaka) and actress Kana Kurashina.

Kana Kurashina and ØMI’s Sweet Grocery Date Caught on Camera!

 In late July, Shinnosuke Yamase—a promising Giants catcher known for his strong throwing arm—was spotted leaving a luxury high-rise apartment building in Tokyo. By his side was a beautiful woman dressed in a matching outfit: TV personality Chika Yamane. Our magazine captured the affectionate couple, who are reportedly in a serious relationship.

FULL STORY: Giants Catcher Shinnosuke Yamase Caught in Serious Relationship With Older Female TV Personality

 First Half of 2026: A Comprehensive Look Back at Love Scandals PART 2—"Steamy Date Spots" Revealed All at Once!

 A special feature looking back at the romantic scandals reported by FRIDAY in the first half of ’26. In late June, this magazine spotted singer-songwriter Yuri on a date with a beauty sporting a ponytail. About a week later, he was also spotted on a date with another black-haired beauty…?

Yuuri Is Too Popular! The Singer’s Jaw-Dropping Dating Life Revealed

 First Half of 2026: A Comprehensive Look Back at Romance Stories PART 2—Exposing All the “Super Steamy Date Spots”!

 A special feature looking back at the romantic relationships reported by FRIDAY in the first half of ’26. In early June, this magazine reported on a date between Junichi Kawamoto of the comedy duo Jichō Kachō and multi-talented entertainer Kihō Isobe. It was reported in April of this year that Kawamoto had divorced his wife, but…

[2026 Romance Roundup] The Story Behind Junichi Kawamoto’s New Partnership With Kiho Isobe

 Ichiro Takatsuka

 First Half of 2026: A Comprehensive Look Back at Romantic Scandals PART 2—“Scorching Date Spots” Revealed All at Once!

 A special feature looking back at the romantic relationships reported by FRIDAY in the first half of 2026. In June, as the North and Central American World Cup was in full swing, our magazine spotted TV Asahi anchor Tsukasa Mitani on a date at an izakaya. After the report, it’s said that upper management issued a “ban”—but what exactly happened?

[2026 Romance Roundup] TV Asahi Announcer Tsumugi Mitani and Her Live-In Boyfriend Enjoyed 4- and 8-Hour Long Dates

 First Half of 2026: A Comprehensive Look Back at Romantic Scandals PART 2—Exposing All the “Super Steamy Date Spots”!

 A special feature looking back at the romantic relationships reported by FRIDAY in the first half of ’26. In July, this magazine reported on actor Shuhei Nomura and model Yumi Ishida going on a walking date with Nomura’s dog, Snoop. It seems even the dog was head over heels for Ishida…

[2026 Romance Roundup] Shuhei Nomura’s Romance With Uniqlo Model Yumi Ishida, 7 Years Younger—Even Her Dog Is Head Over Heels

 First Half of 2026: A Comprehensive Look Back at Love Scandals PART 2—All the “Red-Hot Date Spots” Revealed!

 The second installment of our special series looking back at the romantic scandals reported by FRIDAY in the first half of ’26! This magazine reported on the intimate dates between national artist Ringo Shiina and charismatic economist Yusuke Narita. It’s a relationship that could easily be labeled a “mutual affair”…?

[2026 Romance Roundup] Yusuke Narita &#038; Ringo Shiina: The “Unlikely Couple” Sent Shockwaves Through the World!

 A talented young actress in high demand for TV dramas and movies is seen with her arm around his waist at a new hotspot in Takanawa…

 The scene looked so natural that those around them didn’t even notice… but the couple shopping affectionately at this Takanawa landmark are popular actress Sara Minami and artist Daisuke Fujiwara. Bystanders say they were seen holding hands and looking very happy together.

[Full Article Published] Photos of Sara Minami and Younger Artist Daisuke Fujiwara on a “Hand-in-Hand Date at a New Landmark”

 A special feature looking back at the romantic relationships reported by FRIDAY in the first half of 2026. Beside Yomiuri Giants player Seiji Kobayashi is a slender beauty with brown hair who resembles Akemi Darenogare… She is an office worker in her 20s, and the couple is reportedly living together with marriage in mind.

[2026 Romance Roundup] Seiji Kobayashi’s New Love: The Girlfriend Who Helped Power His Return to the First Team

 A special feature looking back at the romantic scandals reported by FRIDAY in the first half of 2026. In January, this magazine witnessed actress Kyoko Hasegawa on a date with an elite entrepreneur seven years her junior. Is this finally the end of “Hasekyo”—the actress known for her many romances—as a single mother?

[2026 Romance Roundup] Kyoko Hasegawa’s New Romance Takes a Glamorous Turn With a Younger Entrepreneur

 A special feature looking back at the romance reported by FRIDAY in the first half of 2026. Although “Yu-chami” and Masashi Kumura once chose to part ways after considering their future together, she returned to the man she loves despite her inner turmoil. It seems she won’t let go of the “Goddess of Victory” this time.

What Really Happened at Toei Kyoto Studios? Hidehiko Ishizuka Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Stories

 A special feature looking back at the romance reported by FRIDAY in the first half of 2026. In early February, Rikako Ikee and Kosuke Hagino enjoyed a hot spring date at a luxury ryokan in Hakone. It is believed their 10-year friendship has developed into a romantic relationship.

[A Look Back at 2026’s High-Profile Romance] Rikako Ikee and Kosuke Hagino Go on a Hot Spring Date in Hakone… Their 10-Year Friendship Evolves into a Romance

 A talented young actress in high demand for TV dramas and movies is seen with a man’s arm casually draped around her waist…

 At a new landmark in Takanawa, Tokyo, a beautiful woman was seen shopping while a handsome man casually had his arm around her waist—this woman was Sara Minami, the popular actress dubbed the “next Yui Aragaki” who is in high demand for TV dramas and movies!

[Scoop] Sara Minami Spotted Holding Hands With a Younger Artist at Takanawa’s New Landmark

 Over 4 Hours at a Sake Izakaya, 8 Hours at an Italian Restaurant! After a Long Date, They Head to Their Love Nest Together

 Over 4 hours at an izakaya, 8 hours at an Italian restaurant! After a long date, they head back to their love nest together. TV Asahi announcer Tsumugi Mitani and her “tall, handsome boyfriend who resembles actor Shota Someya” have been in a relationship for five and a half years, and things are going smoothly. It looks like they’re headed straight for the altar…

[Photos] TV Asahi’s Tsumugi Mitani and Her Half-Live-In Boyfriend Enjoy a Happy Long Date

 Behind the scenes of the “Soccer World Cup” she loves so dearly…

 Known as the biggest soccer fan among female TV announcers, TV Asahi’s Tsumugi Mitani—while all of Japan was caught up in the excitement of the CONCACAF World Cup—seems to have enjoyed a steamy time with a tall, handsome man resembling Shota Someya at an izakaya in Tokyo renowned for its delicious sake.

After a relationship spanning five and a half years… TV Asahi Announcer Tsumugi Mitani Spotted on a “Steamy” Date at an Izakaya with Her Boyfriend, With Whom She’s Essentially Living Together

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[Full Article] Exclusive! Saeko & ONE OK ROCK’s Ryota: “Hand-in-Hand ♡♡ Trip to South Korea” Caught on Camera!