Actor Ryo Mikoyama's hotel affair scandal emerges, wife Shuri faces pressure

A July 22 report by Bunshun Online alleged that actor Ryo Mikoyama, then appearing in the musical “Love Landing,” repeatedly met former Takarazuka top star Mari Hana in a Tokyo hotel. The two issued a joint statement confirming they had spent time together but said the meetings were for “deepening understanding of the play and roles.” Subsequent email excerpts published later suggested the encounters were not solely work‑related, prompting growing criticism on social media.

Mikoyama’s wife, actress Shuri, who recently gave birth to their first child, is balancing a busy schedule that includes starring in the TV drama “GATE24” and filming a new movie. She has relied on support from her parents, including veteran actor Yutaka Mizutani, for childcare. Shuri publicly defended herself on a TV program while noting that Mikoyama’s involvement in parenting has been limited, a point she has raised in interviews. The controversy adds to broader public discussion of celebrity couples managing career demands and childcare responsibilities.