Nishino Nanase, a former member of the popular Japanese idol group Nogizaka46, recently pledged to preserve her personal time and independence even after marriage. The announcement has sparked a conversation about the traditionally held expectations toward married women in Japan, and the growing trend of establishing personal autonomy within marital relationships.

In Japan, the conventional wisdom is that married women are expected to prioritize family over personal growth and pursuits. However, Nishino Nanase's intention to maintain her personal time challenges this traditional tenet. This act has resonated with many Japanese women who yearn for greater personal freedom within marriage.

In the US and EU, there is a stronger acceptance and support for maintaining personal time and individual interests after marriage. The assertion of selfhood within marital relationships is deemed important, making Nishino Nanase's stance more commonplace within these societies.