Akiko Kuji attends basketball game with daughter to watch husband Yuta Watanabe

Former Fuji TV announcer and model Akiko Kuji shared photos on Instagram of her first trip to a basketball game with her daughter, born in April. The family attended the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers on August 31, where Kuji's husband, professional basketball player Yuta Watanabe, competed for the Japan men's national team.

The match, held at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO, saw Japan defeat Qatar with a score of 123-70. Kuji posted images of the family of three, as well as views of the court and Watanabe on the stadium screen, drawing significant engagement from followers.