Key Facts
• July 24, 2025: Saya, a member of the Sanseito Party, posts on X (formerly Twitter).
• Weekly Bunshun reports Saya’s marriage to 65-year-old musician Toshiya Shioiri.
• Allegations of an affair and “marriage by theft” surface in the report.
• Saya clarifies marriage occurred four years after Shioiri’s divorce.
• Saya expresses disappointment over damage to her family’s reputation.
• Supporters defend Saya, urging focus on her political work.
• Critics question the timeline and prior relationship with Shioiri.
• Saya’s post garners 69,000 likes, reflecting her popularity.
Summary
Saya, a Sanseito Party member, addressed allegations of an affair and “marriage by theft” on July 24, 2025, following a Weekly Bunshun report about her marriage to musician Toshiya Shioiri. She denied the claims, stating their marriage occurred four years after Shioiri’s divorce. While supporters praised her transparency and urged her to focus on her political duties, critics demanded clarity on the timeline of her relationship with Shioiri. Her post received 69,000 likes, highlighting her strong public support.
