Japanese stars Yuto Nakajima and Yuko Araki have officially announced their marriage, transforming their long-standing on-screen chemistry into a real-life love story and capturing widespread attention from fans.

The couple, both born in 1993, confirmed their relationship after dating rumors first surfaced late last year. On April 11, Nakajima shared the news through his agency’s official website, expressing gratitude to fans and stating, “I sincerely thank you for your continued support. Although this is a personal matter, I would like to announce that I have married actress Yuko Araki.” He added that they plan to move forward with mutual respect and appreciation while striving to live up to the support they have received.

Araki also delivered her message through her agency, announcing, “Yuko Araki has married Yuto Nakajima,” and asked fans to continue watching over them warmly and offering their support in the future. The heartfelt statements from both stars quickly spread online, drawing an outpouring of congratulations.

Their relationship dates back to 2017, when they first starred together as leads in the film “My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday.” They later reunited in the popular drama series “SUITS” in 2018 and 2020, where their strong chemistry left a lasting impression on viewers. The news that their fictional romance has blossomed into marriage has delighted fans across Japan.

In terms of their careers, Nakajima has continued to establish himself as an actor after graduating from the idol group Hey! Say! JUMP in August last year. He recently took on a leading role in the drama “Sirius no Hansho” and is set to appear in the stage production “Death of a Salesman” this June. Araki, meanwhile, remains at the peak of her career, starring in hit projects such as the “Kingdom” film series and the drama “Good Things, Bad Things.”

As both stars continue to thrive professionally, their marriage marks a new chapter not only in their personal lives but also in a love story that began on screen and has now become reality.

Sources: Daum | 스포츠서울