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| DJ Nana Yamashiro and Muraken’s One-Year-Old Marriage Comes to Light (Photo: Instagram/DJ Nana) |
Japanese kickboxer and former idol Kenta Muramatsu, better known as Muraken, has officially revealed that he has been married for a year — a personal milestone he deliberately kept away from the spotlight until now.
Kenta Muramatsu shared the news that he and model-DJ Nana Yamashiro had legally registered their marriage on Christmas Day last year.
The announcement came alongside a handwritten letter reflecting on his winding career journey, from idol hopeful to full-contact fighter, and a polished couple photo where both posed in boxing gloves — a visual nod to his now well-established “fighter first” image.
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Muramatsu Kenta explained that the decision to wait a full year before going public was down to timing and circumstance, rather than secrecy.
With both he and Nana Yamashiro balancing demanding careers, the couple chose to keep the moment private until it felt right to share.
The chosen date itself carried deep personal meaning. December 25 marks the birthday of Muramatsu’s late father, Nobumitsu Sudo, a legendary kickboxer who once held multiple national titles.
In his message, Kenta Muramatsu wrote about wanting to begin this new chapter “under his father’s watch,” describing the marriage as a quiet promise rather than a public spectacle.
いつも応援してくださる皆様へ。 pic.twitter.com/jURG5n5btt
— むらけん（村松健太） (@muraken_aloha) December 25, 2025
Fans who have followed Muramatsu’s career know he has lived several lives in a short time. Born in April 2000 and raised in Tokyo, he first caught public attention as a contestant on Produce 101 Japan Season 2, where his personality made him memorable even after elimination.
From there, he pivoted sharply into combat sports, later appearing in the high-profile fighting entertainment series Breaking Down, including BreakingDown11.
His transition from idol candidate to professional fighter became part of his personal brand — a theme echoed in his handwritten announcement, where he described reassessing life after his father’s passing and deciding who he truly wanted beside him moving forward.
A 12-Year Age Gap That Sparked Conversation
Kenta Muramatsu also openly acknowledged the couple’s 12-year age difference, with him now 25 and Yamashiro 37. Rather than avoiding the topic, he addressed it head-on, prompting a wave of reactions online.
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Responses ranged from surprise to praise, with many fans commenting on Yamashiro’s elegance and the couple’s natural chemistry.
Some were shocked to learn the marriage had already passed its one-year mark, while others applauded the pair for keeping their relationship grounded and drama-free.
Who Is Nana Yamashiro?
Nana Yamashiro, originally from Saitama, is known for her multifaceted career. Beyond modelling, she is active as a DJ and has a creative background that includes graphic design.
Her calm, stylish presence has quietly complemented Muramatsu’s more intense public persona, making their pairing feel unexpectedly balanced.
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“Muraken” Isn’t Slowing Down
In closing his statement, Kenta Muramatsu reassured supporters that marriage hasn’t changed his commitment to his work. He emphasised that he will continue pushing forward as “Muraken,” both as a fighter and public figure, and thanked fans for sticking with him through every reinvention.
Now that the news is out in the open, curiosity is naturally growing — not just about their relationship, but about what this new chapter means for his career next.
So, what do you think — was keeping the marriage private for a year the right move, and does this age-gap pairing surprise you? Drop your thoughts and let the conversation roll.
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