Japanese model Michopa and husband Shimon Okura welcome first baby boy

Model and television personality Miyu Ikeda, known as "Michopa," announced on July 17, 2026 that she and her husband, actor Shimon Okura, had welcomed their first child, a boy with fluffy hair. Ikeda shared a photo of the newborn and thanked supporters for their encouragement during her pregnancy.

Okura spoke to TBS about attending the birth, saying he was moved to tears but felt a "strange" sensation, adding that his sense of fatherhood is growing as he cares for his son. He noted his recent work schedule in the Kansai region and said he has been returning home early to spend time with the family. Both expressed gratitude and a desire to enjoy parenthood together.