[Asia Economy Reporter Heo Midam] Japanese actors Karata Erika (23) and Higashide Masahiro (32) have been embroiled in an affair scandal.
On the 22nd, Japanese media Weekly Bunshun reported that Higashide Masahiro, who married Anne (34) in 2015, is currently separated. Both agencies have also acknowledged the separation.
The media stated, "Higashide Masahiro and Anne are separated," and added, "There is evidence that Higashide committed an affair with Karata Erika."
Higashide Masahiro and Anne worked together in the NHK drama 'Thank You for the Meal', which aired from September 2013 to March 2014, and later developed a real-life romantic relationship. The couple married in 2015 and currently have three children.
Karata Erika's domestic agency, BH Entertainment, stated, "We have requested confirmation of the facts from the Japanese agency."
Karata Erika gained recognition for her role as Karika of the Momo tribe in tvN's 'Arthdal Chronicles.'
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