UPDATE: Former J-Pop idol Rira Miyazato has just revealed shocking news that is sending ripples through the fan community: she is now a married mother! In a stunning post shared on December 31, 2025, the 23-year-old, known for her time with the popular idol group AKB48 and as a founding member of MainTitle, announced her marriage and the birth of her son.
Miyazato, who left AKB48 in 2021 after joining in 2014, kept her private life under wraps, surprising fans and former colleagues alike. She married a non-celebrity man three years her senior in 2025, shortly after discovering her pregnancy. The couple met through mutual friends in 2021 and welcomed their son in June 2025.
Fans were left in disbelief as Miyazato had skillfully hidden her pregnancy, avoiding any public display of a baby bump. On social media platform X (formerly Twitter), reactions poured in, with fans expressing their shock and excitement. One fan exclaimed, “うお!!!(゚∀゚)” while another questioned, “Whoa! ! ! !?”
In a follow-up interview with Nikkan Sports on January 1, 2026, Rira revealed that she didn’t inform her former AKB48 group-mates about her pregnancy until six months after the birth, during a December 20th anniversary event. The surprise was palpable, with many unable to comprehend that their “baby” now has a baby of her own.
Despite this major life transition, Rira is not stepping away from the spotlight. She has founded her own agency and is set to debut a self-produced girl group named Larmestone on January 28, 2026. With this new venture, 2026 is shaping up to be an exhilarating year for Rira and her devoted fans.
As the idol community reacts to this unexpected news, many are eager to see how Rira balances her new roles as a mother and a music producer. Fans and followers are encouraged to stay tuned as more updates unfold!
