Yui Yokoyama recently announced that she is pregnant with her first child.

Sharing the news in a joint statement with husband Shota Gogami on 15 June, she stated, “We are pleased to announce that we are expecting a new life. My husband and I are working together and eagerly awaiting the day we can welcome our new family member.”

Revealing that their baby will be born in autumn, the former AKB48 member said that they will continue to diligently attend to the work they have been given, while taking care of their health.

“We are filled with gratitude to all our fans who support us and to everyone involved who has helped us. We would be grateful if you would watch over us warmly. Thank you for your continued support,” the statement added.

Yui tied the knot with the JUNretsu member in December 2024.

(Photo Source: Yui Yokoyama IG)

Former AKB48 Yui Yokoyama surprised many by announcing that she is now married to JUNretsu member, Shota Gogami.

In a joint statement released on 2 December, the two expressed, “We will support each other and respect each other to build a happy family. No matter what happens in the future, we will face it seriously, hold mutual respect, and strive to build a happy home together.”

They also thanked the fans, saying that their continuous support enabled them to continue with their careers and pushed them forward.

“Even though we are still immature, and we hope that you will continue to protect us in the future,” they added.

Rumours of their romance sparked in October, after the two were said to be living together. This comes after Yui participated in JUNretsu’s performance in September 2024. Neither of their management companies denied this.

(Photo Source: Yui Yokoyama IG, Cosme, Japan News)