Yui Yokoyama gives birth to first child, a daughter

Former AKB48 member Yui Yokoyama announced the birth of her daughter on the 26th, following her marriage in December 2024 to Junretsu member Ushigami Shota.

Yui Yokoyama has given birth to her first child. On the 26th, Yokoyama wrote on her social media (SNS), “A short while ago, my first child was born. I was able to reach this day thanks to the support and help of many people.”

She continued, “I express my gratitude to everyone who supported me by my side. We will work together to ensure our precious young daughter can spend healthy days.” She added, “I look forward to your continued support,” and shared a photo of her young daughter's footprint.

According to media reports, Yui Yokoyama's husband is Ushigami Shota, a member of the Japanese group Junretsu. The couple has a six-year age difference and met through the stage play ‘I Don't Want to Be a Hollywood Star!’ in 2023. Their relationship became known in 2024, and they announced their marriage in December of the same year.

Yui Yokoyama passed the audition for the 9th generation of AKB48 in September 2009. She was promoted to Team K in October of the following year, becoming the first regular member among the 9th generation. After graduating from the group, she transitioned to acting and has appeared in various dramas.

Ushigami Shota has been active in the music industry since his debut with the 2010 single ‘Namida no Ginza-sen’.

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