On March 27, Ninety-nine's Yabe Hiroyuki and freelance announcer Aoki Yuko announced through their agencies that they have registered their marriage.

Yabe commented, "As embarrassing as it is, I stayed single until this age with an unsteady mind, but I was very attracted to her who is straight and honest. Thanks to her, I feel as if my heart is being purified every day. From here on, I will continue making my best effort, so please support both of us." Yabe also didn't forget to show his concern for his partner, Okamura Takashi, "Ah, Okamura-san, pardon me for marrying before you..."

Aoki also released a comment, "During this past three years, I've been relieved by his kind heart and dependability many times. To stay with a consistent person like him, I am able to feel at ease from the bottom of my heart. From now on, I would like to build a warm family full of smiles, so that he can concentrate on his work."

The couple first met through a variety show in 2005, and they finally tied the knot after dating for three years. According to their agencies, nothing definite has been decided regarding on the wedding ceremony and reception party, but�they are planning to hold a wedding ceremony only with their relatives. Aoki is not pregnant.

Congratulations to the newlyweds!

Source & Image: Cinematoday