Japanese director and actor Shinji Kasahara announced his marriage to the actress Ayumi Takamunealong with the news that the couple is already expecting their first child.
On October 30th, Kasahara published on his personal account: “I am happy to announce this Ayumi Takamune and I got married. Furthermore, a new life has come for us.”
He expressed gratitude to the many people who supported them and pledged to sincerely continue his work. According to the article, he wrote: “…We will not forget our gratitude and will work hard to move forward. We ask for your warm support.”
Ayumi Takamune the same day he also posted a heartfelt message: “I have some news to share. Thank you always for your support. There is a little life growing inside me. Through many connections and miracles I have reached this moment. I never expected to find myself in such a position after giving up on marriage and motherhood, I’m surprised too.”
She added that since announcing her pregnancy, the cast and crew at her current workplace have been very respectful of her condition and apologized that she will be away from theater activities for a period due to maternity leave.
He concluded: “Thank you to everyone who cheered for us. As a woman, as a mother, as an actress, I will do my best to grow.”
Shinji Kasahara He is known in Japan for his roles in tokusatsu series such as Mirai Sentai Timeranger AND Kamen Riderafter which he moved on to film directing. Ayumi Takamune belongs to the theater company “6bun-seed” and is active on stage and in musicals, as well as appearing in dramas on NHK AND TBS.
The announcement of their marriage and pregnancy comes as a surprise, especially considering the 19-year age difference between the two Kasahara at 51 and Takamune at 32 which attracted a lot of attention and congratulatory reactions from fans and the media.
While the world of entertainment awaits further details, the couple’s combined roles in film, theater and television mark this union as a notable union in Japanese entertainment culture.
Sources: Nate News
