Japan national team midfielder Takefusa Kubo announced his marriage to actress Haruka Fukuhara on October 2. The 25-year-old footballer and 28-year-old actress shared the news on their respective Instagram accounts, receiving an outpouring of congratulations from fans and colleagues.
In a joint statement posted online, the couple said, "We are still inexperienced, but we hope to build a warm family filled with smiles, supporting each other while never forgetting our gratitude to everyone."
Kubo, a product of Barcelona's famed La Masia academy who now plays for Real Sociedad, is a key figure for Japan. He made his senior international debut at 18 years and five days old and was a key performer at the 2026 FIFA World Cup held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Fukuhara gained nationwide fame as the heroine of a 2022 NHK morning drama series.
The team's recent form reads two wins, two draws, and one loss (DWWLD), following a 2-1 win over Venezuela and a 0-0 draw with Ecuador. Their next fixture is at home against New Zealand on October 5.
The marriage marks a significant personal milestone for one of Japan's most important players, arriving amid a key period of international competition.
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