J-Pop sensation Maimi Yajima, former member of the popular group ℃-ute, has given birth to her second child. In her birth announcement, Yajima expresses her joy and gratitude, and ensures fans that both she and the baby are healthy. Details including the baby's name and gender have yet to be disclosed by Yajima and her husband.

In Japan, celebrity baby news is widely covered in the media and widely followed by fans. The privacy of celebrities and their families is usually respected, however, meaning that the public often learns of births some time after they occur. This practice reflects the high societal value placed on children and family in Japan.

In the US or EU, celebrity baby news is also a huge media event, though details such as name, gender, and birth date are usually released more quickly. The principle of respecting privacy while balancing public interest is navigated differently in Western cultures compared to Japan.