Mr. Ryuji Harada is also called a “naked actor” because of his neat appearance and his undressing. However, in 2019, he was hit by the Bunshun cannon of "Weekly Bunshun" due to his own infidelity.
[Treasured photo] Ryuji Harada's wife who re-debuted in the entertainment world, Ai's childhood
After that, he held a somewhat funny apology press conference, hosted a dialogue project called "Jinsei Reflection" in "Weekly Women", and released a "Tear-off Calendar" (Fusosha) in which he reflected naked every day. I am pushing forward on the “path of reflection”.
On top of that, his wife, Ai, who is probably the biggest victim, re-debuted in the entertainment world. She has co-starred in commercials and variety shows, providing us with bewilderment and laughter.
Ai's memoir "The Reason for Not Breaking Up" (Kodansha) was released on November 22nd, which is "Good Couple's Day". I directly hit him about how the book, which humorously spells out the Harada family's "everyday life and crisis," was released.
"This summer, I got a call from the editor in charge of the book, and things progressed quickly. I started blogging after my eldest son studied abroad and had time, and I've always liked writing. However, I never imagined that the day would come when I would publish a book.” (Mr. Ai, same below)
Before accepting the offer, she also consulted with her husband, Mr. Harada, including the content, just in case.
"My husband pushed me back, saying, 'Let's do it.' Rather than the content, he was envious of me publishing a book (laughs). The writing period was about a month. However, it was a valuable experience for me to seriously look back on my life.”
Certainly, the book also describes her childhood memories, her relationship with her free-spirited mother who changes her husband many times, and her admiration for a "normal family", and the content approaches her roots. there is
Started dating with Mr. Harada, who started performing arts activities in junior high school and met after co-starring in a drama. After 10 years, she got married in 2001, but there was no wedding ceremony and reception at that time.
"When I was a teenager, I modeled for a hotel pamphlet and wore a wedding dress and shiromuku, so I didn't have a" wedding desire ". I didn't mention it, just a commemorative photo was recommended by my husband's office after registering.
Also, since my husband is an entertainer, I don't want him to say things like, "Your wife is such a person" at the wedding. However, when I think about it now, the wedding is for my parents and for myself, so maybe I should have done it."
In 2003, Mr. Harada decided to play the role of Mr. Suke in "Mito Komon" (TBS series), and the couple moved to Kyoto. During her time in Kyoto, she also experienced childbirth and got the “home” she longed for. Even now, the days in Kyoto are memorable.
When I moved to Kyoto, I was confused because the atmosphere is completely different from any city in the Kanto region that I have lived in so far. I've grown to love it more and more.
At the time, my husband would take the kids on his bike and go out to play after filming. He played with the children, or rather, he himself played with them. By the way, my husband is still the “big eldest son” of our family (laughs).”
The story of the Harada family, which is too rich, is "all in full swing" in "Reasons for not breaking up". Harada-san's relationship with her parents, Ai-san's feelings at the time, the children's real names and face photos are so frank that I'm worried. She is truly "naked".
"I'm the type who can only write what I really think, so I thought, 'Is it okay if I write this much? "I wrote while exploring. What should I do if my husband and wife get along badly after the book comes out (laughs)"
In this book, Mr. Harada's past mistakes, which have not been revealed in detail until now, are also described in detail.
"It was the first time I was cheated on during a relationship, and at that time I was upset and it was really hard. By the way, when I said, "Harada, you're out!" The episode that said, "It's a cheerful feeling, but it was actually quite a serious atmosphere."
Ai calls herself a “sare wife”, but there is no tragic feeling in her voice. In reading her books, we find her cheerfulness and her resilience backed up by her previous experience.
"After the affair, there was a period when my husband was incredibly kind to me. He was such a caring person! I was a little moved, but after about a month it was back to normal. Of course, "ordinary everyday life" is the best (laughs)."
On the other hand, Ai says that she has recently started to feel changes in her husband.
"He's lazy, so he's not good at making arrangements, but after that turmoil, he planned a trip to Hawaii, which I love. No, but I feel that they are trying to get close to their families."
Through various experiences, the family changes. And Ai herself restarted her as Ai Harada.
“The reason why I can attract attention is because of the signboard “Ryuji Harada’s wife”, so I chose “Ai Harada” as my stage name, not my maiden name or my real name. I am grateful to receive it.”
It is said that her family also warmly supports her new challenge. After all the twists and turns, life has returned to the Harada family.
"It won't go away! I always feel suspicious. Some people may think that I forgave him, but I will never forgive him!"
"Even if you don't forgive me, we can live together." Her memo may contain such thoughts.
"Actually, through writing, I was reminded again that 'I really like my husband.' It's really frustrating (laughs). It's been 20 years since we got married, and we've been together for almost 30 years if we count the dating period, but the mystery only deepens, and I'm tired of being together anyway. You're a funny person without it."
There seems to be no shortage of interest in the mysterious world of Harada. At the end, Ai says, "I hope that the book will entertain us as a couple."
"I would like many people to pick it up, but it may not be a reference for those who are currently suffering from adultery. I hope you can read it casually as if you were drinking alcohol. , I think it will be about killing time (laughs).
My husband, Mr. Harada, always says, "I want to live an interesting life." The reason why Mr. and Mrs. Harada don't break up may be that they feel that everything is "interesting" in life.
Ai Harada Born in 1973 in Kanagawa Prefecture. She started performing arts activities when she was in junior high school. Retired from the entertainment world after dating Harada. Joined in 2001. Although she was a full-time housewife for a long time, she resumed her entertainment activities in 2021 when she appeared in a commercial for Yamamoto Kanpo Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. "Omugi Wakaba"."Honestly, I'm envious! I've published a lot of things, but I've always wanted to publish a novel or non-fiction, but that hasn't happened yet, so I never thought my wife would get ahead of me... … However, I have no reason to oppose her challenge, and I've heard that she wants to do it, so I'm really rooting for her.
I wanted to pick it up at the bookstore and read it, but I couldn't stand the desire, so I read the manuscript on the bullet train on my way home from a local location just before the release. I was moved to tears by my wife, who is my strongest supporter. I regret it for the rest of my life! "
And recently, the number of couples working together has increased, and Mr. and Mrs. Harada are entering a new stage.
"We will do our best to respond to the work we receive. This is our couple's credo. At this book publishing event, we had a wedding ceremony that we hadn't done before with the meaning of restarting. From now on, I want to continue to take on the challenge of surprising things that will go down in the history of the entertainment industry!”
Ryuji Harada Born in Tokyo in 1970. After winning the semi-grand prix at the 3rd Junon Super Boy Contest, he appeared in various works such as trendy dramas and period dramas. Currently, he is not only an actor, but also appears in many variety shows and travel programs, expanding his range of activities. He is also known as a hot spring connoisseur in the entertainment world and a fan of exploring UMA such as zashikiwarashi. Currently, YouTube channel "Ningen TV" is being distributed!Interview/Text: Miki Onuki (Seidansha) Photography: Fuminari Kitamura (interview with Ai), Kazuyuki Ito (press conference)