The era of Reiwa sees a sparkling new romance bloom, as popular celebrities Kuruma and MEGUMI confirm that they are dating. Rumors had been circulating for some time, but the duo made it official recently, sending a wave of excitement through their fan-base. The lovebirds, while keeping their relationship low-key, have shared their happiness and asked for continued support from their fans.

In Japan, celebrities often guard their personal lives intensely, thereby making it big news when they open up about relationships. Fans are generally supportive of such announcements, but there's also considerable interest from the general public and press. Revealing high-profile relationships like this might have influences on a celebrity’s image and career, thus they're often handled with care.

Much like in the US and EU, celebrity relationships in Japan are part of public fascination. In the Western entertainment industry, it's commonplace for stars to openly date; their relationships, break-ups, and hook-ups are often highly publicized not only in tabloids but also on social media. However, the Japanese public and press tends to show more respect for their idols’ privacy, hence Japanese celebrities may appear more circumspect with their personal lives.