Actress Haruna Kawaguchi (31) has announced her marriage to Japan national football team defender Ko Itakura (29). The couple also revealed that they are expecting their first child.

In a joint statement shared on Instagram, the newlyweds expressed their gratitude to those who have supported them and shared their excitement about starting a new chapter together.

They wrote, "We are also expecting a baby. We hope our baby arrives safely and look forward to spending each day peacefully until then.While supporting each other, we hope to build a family filled with endless smiles."

Kawaguchi is one of Japan's most prominent actresses, while Itakura plays for the Japan national team and competes professionally in Europe.