On October 29, some sports papers reported that Perfume's Nishiwaki Ayaka (32), better known as A~chan, is dating model and actor Yuuki Byrnes (28).

According to reports, the two became close after this year and have been spotted on dates. A~chan's agency neither confirmed nor denied the reports saying, "We leave private matters up to her." 

After debuting as a child actor, Yuuki has starred in shows such as NHK's 'Tensai Terebi-kun MAX.' More recently, he is known for appearing in the reality show 'Terrace House.'