“Until the T-Shirt Dries,” “Our Little Sister” Japanese Actress Kaho Announces Surprise Marriage; Partner Is 34-Year-Old Film Director

Kaho begins the second act of her life, grounded in an artistic connection

Kaho (35), one of Japan’s leading actresses known for her range, has married film director Sora Hokimoto (34), who is one year younger. Major Japanese media outlets, including Kyodo News, reported the marriage on the 15th, highlighting the wave of joyful news sweeping the country’s entertainment industry.

Kaho announced her marriage directly to fans through her official website that day. “We will put each other’s health first, cherish every connection we make and devote ourselves to our creative work,” she wrote in a heartfelt message reflecting on the new turning point in her life.

Kaho made her debut as a child actress in the 2004 drama “Crying Out Love, in the Center of the World”, which brought her to the public’s attention. She has since built an impressive filmography across movies and television. Her wide acting range has earned her a strong following among Korean fans through major projects including the films “A Gentle Breeze in the Village”, “Our Little Sister” and “Diary of a Working Woman,” as well as the dramas “Homeless Chugakusei,” “Minna! Esper Dayo!” “The Great White Tower” and “Hot Spot.”

In particular, she drew attention for her outstanding on-screen chemistry with acclaimed South Korean actress Shim Eun-kyung in the 2019 film “Blue Hour.” More recently, she demonstrated her enduring box-office appeal in the drama “Until the T-Shirt Dries,” released through the global streaming platform Netflix.

Sora Hokimoto, who won Kaho’s heart, is a versatile artist who works as a novelist, musician and film director. The two are believed to have met when Kaho appeared in the documentary film “BAUS: A Film About Cinema,” directed by Sora Hokimoto. The couple, brought together by their shared commitment to creative work, has sparked intense public interest in what lies ahead for them.