It's being reported that actress Nagasawa Masami (23) and EXILE's�AKIRA (29) are dating.

According to Sanspo, Nagasawa and AKIRA knew each other from their childhood years in Iwata-city, Shizuoka. Since their parents' homes are close by to each other, the parents became acquaintances. Nagasawa and AKIRA also graduated from the same elementary and junior high school.

They met again after they both entered the entertainment industry. As Nagasawa relied on AKIRA for some advice, their relationship eventually developed into love.

When asked for an official statement, AKIRA's agency stated that they leave his private life alone.

Source & Photo: Sanspo