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Japanese BE:FIRST scandal widens to family, business, and Co

Overview

In July 2026, Japanese media reported that former BE:FIRST member Ryo Miyazaki (also cited as Ryoki Miyama) was involved in secret hotel meetings with former Takarazuka star Hana no Maria (also cited as Maria Kano) during rehearsals for the musical “Love’s Unscheduled Landing.” While both parties and their agencies framed the meetings as “for role preparation” and denied a romantic relationship, the scandal caused significant fallout for Miyazaki’s family, including his wife, actress Shuri, and his business ventures.

In August, allegations from FRIDAY Digital claimed Miyazaki pressured Kano to meet privately at hotels and threatened to withdraw from the production if she refused. Miyazaki’s legal representatives issued a full denial, calling the claims “completely groundless.”

By late August, the situation intensified as reports from Weekly Bunshun and FRIDAY suggested Kano had alleged Miyazaki engaged in “excessive and unwanted contact.” Beyond infidelity claims, new reports emerged regarding Miyazaki’s financial difficulties, specifically alleging that payments to his personal agency employees and business partners have been delayed.

While Miyazaki has continued some professional engagements, including a music festival appearance where he commented on his “turbulent life,” the mounting scrutiny continues to impact his personal life. Reports suggest his marriage to Shuri remains under significant strain, with previous indications that she may have issued an ultimatum regarding their relationship.

Entities

Shuri · Yutaka Mizutani · Maria Kano · Ryoki Miyama · Hana no Maria

Timeline

  1. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Ryoki Miyama faces infidelity and financial allegations

    Japanese actor Ryoki Miyama faces allegations of infidelity with co-star Maria Kano and reports of financial instability, causing significant tension regarding his marriage to actress Shuri.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Ryoki Miyama denies allegations of coercing co-star Maria Kano

    Actor Ryoki Miyama denies allegations of coercing co-star Maria Kano into private meetings during a musical production, amid ongoing scrutiny regarding his marriage to actress Shuri.

  3. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Actor Ryo Mikoyama's hotel affair scandal emerges, wife Shuri faces pressure

    Actor Ryo Mikoyama is accused of repeated hotel meetings with ex‑Takarazuka star Mari Hana, sparking criticism as his wife, actress Shuri, juggles acting and new motherhood.

  4. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Japanese actor Ryohei Miyazaki's affair scandal hits his restaurant ventures

    Actor Ryohei Miyazaki's affair with Hanano Maria has drawn public backlash and coincides with his restaurants “Oyaji no Ankake Pasta” and “Oyaji no Kappō” facing dwindling customers and an indefinite suspension

  5. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Yutaka Mizutani reacts to son‑in‑law's hotel affair

    Yutaka Mizutani expressed sympathy and said he could not comment after reports that his son‑in‑law Miyama Ryohei met actress Hana no Maria at a Tokyo hotel, sparking public criticism.

  6. 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Japanese actor Ryō Miyazaki's affair scandal with former Takarazuka star draws public outcry

    Actor Ryō Miyazaki, married to Shuri, faced scandal after meeting ex‑Takarazuka star Hana Marìa at a hotel; both admitted the encounter but denied an affair, prompting public criticism and apologies.

  7. 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 8 sources
    Japanese star Ryo Miyazaki faces renewed scandal over alleged affair with former Takarazuka actress

    Japanese entertainer Ryo Miyazaki, married to actress Shuri, is alleged to have held secret hotel meetings with former Takarazuka star Kana Maria during rehearsals of the musical “Love’s Unscheduled Landing”; ​

Sources

coki.jp · friday.kodansha.co.jp · hd.stheadline.com · hochi.news · j-cast.com · jisin.jp · mitakyoka.jp · nextapple.com.sg · post.tv-asahi.co.jp · singtaousa.com · smart-flash.jp · star.ettoday.net · tokyo-sports.co.jp

This summary has been updated 5 times: see revision history