Mizushima Hiro and Ayaka got married! :)
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'If I let this get away from me, I will regret it' Mizushima Hiro, Ayaka Marriage Press Conference Q&A
Popular actor Mizushima Hiro (24) and popular singer-songwriter Ayaka (21) held a press conference on the 3rd of April (Friday) at TBS, Akasaka, Tokyo. With the intention that 'we will be a good married couple' (Mizushima) they registered their marriage on the 22nd of February. While their sudden announcement may have surprised many, their marriage came on the back of Mizushima's strong desire to 'protect' Ayaka from Basedow's Syndrome. Below is a transcript of their Q&A.
Greetings, while bowing apologetically
'Ayaka and I, Mizushima Hiro, registered our marriage on the 22nd of February and began our shared journey through life. We wanted to share our intention with our fans, so on the 1st of April, approached our management company about the fact of our marriage. Just as we were about to arrange an official announcement, the news of our marriage broke this way (through the rumour mills). We would like to apologise to all our fans, that they had to find out about our marriage in this manner. We intend to support each other and walk towards our shared future together.'
On their first meeting
Mizushima (M): I first met Ayaka at 'an announcement live' before she debuted. I watched the performance and greeted her then, and that was the first. That was about 3 years ago. Last May, we were both interviewed by a magazine called [Mini], and the distance between us started to close... as they say. (demurs) (On his first impression) She was a very mature young woman. Even though she was young, she promptly speaks her mind, and greets people enthusiastically... the kind that you rarely get to meet.
Ayaka (A): (On her first impression) He had strong eyes that seemed to be able to see through everything. I thought he was a really great person.
When did you get engaged? How did he propose?
M: We went steady around August last year. (The ring) I presented her with the ring before she went on Kouhaku last December, at home. In order to make (the marriage) real. Somewhere in the Fall of last year, I proposed to her simply by saying 'I would like you to marry me'.
A: My vision turned white. Because I thought it was a dream, I asked him again to check. Then, something along the lines of 'If I am good enough, then gladly...'
When the paparazzi reported about you in the magazines, you already had the intention of marrying each other?
M: As was in the photos, we were (behaving) like that because we were going to get married to each other. Of course, when we were meeting each other's parents, they asked if it was a little too early. But when they realised that there would definitely be other adults around to help support the two of us inexperienced ones, I believe that they felt that it would be all right.
What attracted the both of you?
M: It's really difficult to say this face-to-face but... (laughs awkwardly) Rather than saying 'what' it was that captivated me, she's the first person who made me feel that marriage is the natural conclusion to falling in love. I felt that I would definitely regret it if I let her go, and that was the deciding factor.
A: It's the same for me. He's someone I respect from the depths of my heart. There aren't many people who would scold me when I need it. People who would say 'I think it's better if you fix it.' Who will say that for the very minor things and the very big things, yes? (Says this while looking at each other)
I thought the marriage was prompted by a sudden event happening... (implying pregnancy)
M: There is no such thing.
You did not tell anyone of the marriage?
M: We did not tell anyone aside from our parents. There was the fact that even if we expressed our intent, the permission would not be granted. As to why we got married on the 22nd of February... I don't know if you would understand, but... Ayaka is diagnosed with a disease. I felt strongly that I want to protect her and be her strength that I proposed so early. She will speak about the details herself.
A: About the disease that he spoke of... I have been diagnosed with Basedow's Syndrome, a disease that largely affects women. I was diagnosed with the disease the year after I debuted. I felt that since I have been allowed to debut, I should just keep the fact of the disease to myself and leave it at that. I have been on medication for the past 3 and a half years. When it gets bad, I get breathless and would get tremors. It's actually been getting worse. My breath would get quicker with just one song, and I would not be able to sing as I intend to. I thought that it's about time that I faced the disease directly...
(Ayaka stops speaking, and Mizushima takes over)
M: On the occasion of this marriage, Ayaka has said that she will continue to receive work this year while receiving treatment for her disease as she enters my family, supporting me in my work.
Is his existence a big thing to you?
A: A very big thing. Meeting him was the reason behind my decision to face my disease head-on. I was pretending that I did not see the disease, but he made me realise how important it was to recognise the fact. As he is really busy, I wanted to be able to support him whilst continuing my treatment, entering his family.
What kind of family do you want to have?
M: I'd always wanted a family that is filled with warm laughter. I felt that I would be able to have that with this person, and that is proven true with every passing day.
When will your hiatus from music be until?
A: I discussed this with my management but, for now, without thinking about a deadline, I would like to be able to undergo treatment and deal with the things that I have been avoiding till now.
A word to the fans
M: In any event, this is a new start for us. I would like to continue to work hard at what I do, whilst being able to think that marrying Ayaka was a blessing. Please watch over us from the bottom of your hearts.
A: Despite this being an unexpected way of announcing it, I do believe that this is a new start for us. I would like to work hard as a wife. As I believe that I could only have come so far because of my fans, I would like to continue working hard at my treatment, my music, and as a wife, so that it will not be said that 'Oh, she should not have gotten married.'
I really do want to squish the both of them and wish them well. Although I still think they are both kinda too young for this, I suppose celebrities have a different kind of timescale? After all, they should both have enough financial resources to support each other. It's just that since she's temporarily retiring from music, I hope MizuHiro continues getting sufficient income to cover both their expenses and her treatment costs. :\
He's really too much of a romantic. 6_6
That said, I will not be able to listen to Ayaka's Okaeri without breaking into a big dumb grin ever again. XP
'If I let this get away from me, I will regret it' Mizushima Hiro, Ayaka Marriage Press Conference Q&A
Popular actor Mizushima Hiro (24) and popular singer-songwriter Ayaka (21) held a press conference on the 3rd of April (Friday) at TBS, Akasaka, Tokyo. With the intention that 'we will be a good married couple' (Mizushima) they registered their marriage on the 22nd of February. While their sudden announcement may have surprised many, their marriage came on the back of Mizushima's strong desire to 'protect' Ayaka from Basedow's Syndrome. Below is a transcript of their Q&A.
Greetings, while bowing apologetically
'Ayaka and I, Mizushima Hiro, registered our marriage on the 22nd of February and began our shared journey through life. We wanted to share our intention with our fans, so on the 1st of April, approached our management company about the fact of our marriage. Just as we were about to arrange an official announcement, the news of our marriage broke this way (through the rumour mills). We would like to apologise to all our fans, that they had to find out about our marriage in this manner. We intend to support each other and walk towards our shared future together.'
On their first meeting
Mizushima (M): I first met Ayaka at 'an announcement live' before she debuted. I watched the performance and greeted her then, and that was the first. That was about 3 years ago. Last May, we were both interviewed by a magazine called [Mini], and the distance between us started to close... as they say. (demurs) (On his first impression) She was a very mature young woman. Even though she was young, she promptly speaks her mind, and greets people enthusiastically... the kind that you rarely get to meet.
Ayaka (A): (On her first impression) He had strong eyes that seemed to be able to see through everything. I thought he was a really great person.
When did you get engaged? How did he propose?
M: We went steady around August last year. (The ring) I presented her with the ring before she went on Kouhaku last December, at home. In order to make (the marriage) real. Somewhere in the Fall of last year, I proposed to her simply by saying 'I would like you to marry me'.
A: My vision turned white. Because I thought it was a dream, I asked him again to check. Then, something along the lines of 'If I am good enough, then gladly...'
When the paparazzi reported about you in the magazines, you already had the intention of marrying each other?
M: As was in the photos, we were (behaving) like that because we were going to get married to each other. Of course, when we were meeting each other's parents, they asked if it was a little too early. But when they realised that there would definitely be other adults around to help support the two of us inexperienced ones, I believe that they felt that it would be all right.
What attracted the both of you?
M: It's really difficult to say this face-to-face but... (laughs awkwardly) Rather than saying 'what' it was that captivated me, she's the first person who made me feel that marriage is the natural conclusion to falling in love. I felt that I would definitely regret it if I let her go, and that was the deciding factor.
A: It's the same for me. He's someone I respect from the depths of my heart. There aren't many people who would scold me when I need it. People who would say 'I think it's better if you fix it.' Who will say that for the very minor things and the very big things, yes? (Says this while looking at each other)
I thought the marriage was prompted by a sudden event happening... (implying pregnancy)
M: There is no such thing.
You did not tell anyone of the marriage?
M: We did not tell anyone aside from our parents. There was the fact that even if we expressed our intent, the permission would not be granted. As to why we got married on the 22nd of February... I don't know if you would understand, but... Ayaka is diagnosed with a disease. I felt strongly that I want to protect her and be her strength that I proposed so early. She will speak about the details herself.
A: About the disease that he spoke of... I have been diagnosed with Basedow's Syndrome, a disease that largely affects women. I was diagnosed with the disease the year after I debuted. I felt that since I have been allowed to debut, I should just keep the fact of the disease to myself and leave it at that. I have been on medication for the past 3 and a half years. When it gets bad, I get breathless and would get tremors. It's actually been getting worse. My breath would get quicker with just one song, and I would not be able to sing as I intend to. I thought that it's about time that I faced the disease directly...
(Ayaka stops speaking, and Mizushima takes over)
M: On the occasion of this marriage, Ayaka has said that she will continue to receive work this year while receiving treatment for her disease as she enters my family, supporting me in my work.
Is his existence a big thing to you?
A: A very big thing. Meeting him was the reason behind my decision to face my disease head-on. I was pretending that I did not see the disease, but he made me realise how important it was to recognise the fact. As he is really busy, I wanted to be able to support him whilst continuing my treatment, entering his family.
What kind of family do you want to have?
M: I'd always wanted a family that is filled with warm laughter. I felt that I would be able to have that with this person, and that is proven true with every passing day.
When will your hiatus from music be until?
A: I discussed this with my management but, for now, without thinking about a deadline, I would like to be able to undergo treatment and deal with the things that I have been avoiding till now.
A word to the fans
M: In any event, this is a new start for us. I would like to continue to work hard at what I do, whilst being able to think that marrying Ayaka was a blessing. Please watch over us from the bottom of your hearts.
A: Despite this being an unexpected way of announcing it, I do believe that this is a new start for us. I would like to work hard as a wife. As I believe that I could only have come so far because of my fans, I would like to continue working hard at my treatment, my music, and as a wife, so that it will not be said that 'Oh, she should not have gotten married.'
I really do want to squish the both of them and wish them well. Although I still think they are both kinda too young for this, I suppose celebrities have a different kind of timescale? After all, they should both have enough financial resources to support each other. It's just that since she's temporarily retiring from music, I hope MizuHiro continues getting sufficient income to cover both their expenses and her treatment costs. :\
He's really too much of a romantic. 6_6
That said, I will not be able to listen to Ayaka's Okaeri without breaking into a big dumb grin ever again. XP