[2025 Latest] Tanaka Minami and Kamenashi Kazuya break up!? With their marriage on the horizon, what is the "forbidden behavior" that has pushed the limits?

Minami Tanaka and Kazuya Kamenashi, who were reportedly on the verge of marriage, have unexpectedly broken up. What happened to this couple who were once hailed as the ideal couple? We'll take a closer look at the "controlling" rumor that surfaced as the reason for their breakup, Kamenashi's "limiting episode," social media reactions, and even the possibility of their future marriage.

table of contents

1. [Breaking News] Tanaka Minami and Kamenashi Kazuya have broken up! Summary of the report

2. Summary of the timeline from their relationship to their breakup

3. Reason for Breakup ① Misunderstandings Caused by Restrictions

4. Reason for the breakup ② Kamenashi's actions that exceeded his limits

5. Social media reactions and sympathy

6. Current activities of Minami Tanaka and Kazuya Kamenashi

7. Tanaka Minami's views on marriage and future prospects

8. Q&A: 6 Questions Fans Are Curious About

9. Summary: Why the perfect couple chose to break up

1. [Breaking News] Tanaka Minami and Kamenashi Kazuya have broken up! Summary of the report

On October 22, 2025, Josei Seven Plus reported an exclusive scoop about the breakup of Minami Tanaka (38) and Kazuya Kamenashi (39), who were said to be on the verge of getting married. A year and a half after their relationship was reported on New Year's Day 2024, the couple were said to have continued their "settled, mature relationship" without speaking publicly, and it was widely believed within the industry that "it was only a matter of time before they tied the knot." However, after discussing the matter in mid-October, they decided to break up. According to the article, "differences in values became clear just before marriage," and it was also reported that an incident had occurred that "pushed Kamenashi past his limits."

Tanaka is currently starring in the TBS drama "Fake Mummy," and her career as an actress was steadily building up, but the breakup came at a time when she was in the spotlight both publicly and privately.

2. Summary of the timeline from their relationship to their breakup

The two first met in a magazine interview in 2023. The two, both stoic about beauty, immediately hit it off, and a shot of them so close their faces almost touching became a hot topic. They then co-starred in the drama "Destiny" (TV Asahi), which aired in April 2024, and are said to have deepened their relationship. When the news first broke, neither agency denied the relationship, commenting, "We are getting along well through work," which effectively confirmed their relationship.

Some believe they are "counterclockwise" to get married in early 2025, and fans are hoping for an announcement on Kamenashi's birthday (February 23rd) or Tanaka's birthday (November 23rd). However, they ended up breaking up within the year.

year and month	event	detail
2023	We met in a magazine interview	They quickly became close through beauty talk and hit it off as they had a lot in common
January 2024	Love affair reports	New Year's Day scoop. Neither party denies the rumors, effectively confirming they are dating.
April 2024	Co-starring in "Destiny"	Their close friendship during filming became a hot topic
Early 2025	Marriage reports galore	Reports of "marriage within the year" are circulating
October 2025	Breakup reports	Josei Seven has an exclusive scoop on the breakup

3. Reason for Breakup ① Misunderstandings Caused by Restrictions

The most commonly cited reason for breakups is "restriction."

According to people close to the couple, Tanaka, who was about to turn 40, was anxious about getting married, while Kamenashi was active in many fields, including as an actor, TV personality, and baseball newscaster, and had a wide circle of friends even in his private life. These differences in lifestyle gradually created a distance between them.

Kamenashi was known for being friendly with everyone, and would often go out drinking alone after work. Tanaka was understanding at first, but gradually began to ask questions like "Where are you?" and "Who are you meeting?", and it is said that she became more controlling. Although it was a sign of affection, it ended up taking away Kamenashi's freedom, and their relationship gradually cooled.

4. Reason for the breakup ② Kamenashi's actions that exceeded his limits

Josei Seven reported that "Kamenashi had taken an action that exceeded his limits." Although the magazine did not reveal the details, it is possible that his attempt to distance himself from Tanaka temporarily due to stress from work and personal relationships was perceived as "unacceptable behavior." According to testimony from those around him, "small things piled up, and eventually, without either of them taking the initiative, they ended up distancing themselves."

With both of them having busy schedules, the frequency of their contact decreased and the timing of their interactions became more and more out of sync, leading them to the conclusion that "it's better for both of us not to push ourselves anymore." In other words, they had reached their "breaking point" as a couple.

5. Social media reactions and sympathy

When news of their breakup broke, it quickly became a trending topic on social media. Many users posted their shock and sympathy. The majority of comments included, "It's a shock because they were the perfect couple," "I can't believe he dumped 38-year-old Tanaka Minami," and "He must have loved her so much that he wanted to control her."

On the other hand, there were also calm opinions such as "The form of love is different for each person" and "The line between love and attachment is difficult to draw," leading to heated discussions about views on love. In particular, there were many sympathetic voices from women, such as "Considering her age and career, I can only sympathize" and "Tanaka Minami is cool for sticking to her own beliefs rather than getting married."

6. Current activities of Minami Tanaka and Kazuya Kamenashi

Since their breakup, the two have both been moving on to new stages in their lives. Tanaka Minami has been re-evaluating her acting skills after playing the role of a housewife from a distinguished family in the TBS drama "Fake Mummy." Even after their breakup, she remains cheerful on set, and her caring attitude towards those around her is impressive.

Meanwhile, Kazuya Kamenashi is moving forward, balancing his acting career with his solo career, with KAT-TUN's final concert, "Break the KAT-TUN," scheduled for November 8th. He also continues to work as a sportscaster, and his media exposure is actually on the rise. Both appear to be trying to overcome the changes in their personal lives by focusing all their energy on their work.

7. Minami Tanaka's views on marriage and future prospects

In a past interview, Minami Tanaka said, "I want to get married, but I'm not in a rush." When asked about her ideal partner, she stated, "Someone who is easy to be with," "Someone with similar values," and "Someone who understands my work," so it seems she doesn't see marriage as her goal.

On the other hand, she also has independent values, saying, "I want to stand on my own two feet without relying on anyone." Following this breakup, her views on love and marriage may have changed. It's believed that she will no longer be fixated on marriage, but will pursue her own happiness.

8. Q&A: 6 Questions Fans Are Curious About

Q1. Is Tanaka Minami currently married?
→ No. As of October 2025, I am still single and have never been married.

Q2. Is there a possibility that you will get back together with Kamenashi Kazuya?
→ There has been no official announcement from either agency, but some in the industry say that it is not a complete severance.

Q3. Is it true that controlling relationships are the cause of breakups?
→ According to testimony from people involved, "restrictiveness was one of the reasons." However, differences in personality and busy schedules also played a major role.

Q4. What are Kamenashi's "NG behaviors"?
→ Although the details are unknown, it has been reported that he may have shown signs of reaching his limits by "cutting off contact" or "breaking plans."

Q5. Does Tanaka Minami have a new boyfriend?
→ Not confirmed at this time. Seems like he's leading a work-centered life.

Q6. Is there a possibility of marriage in the future?
→ Although she has publicly stated that she would like to get married someday, and is conscious of her age, she remains cautious.

9. Summary: Why the perfect couple chose to break up

For many, the breakup of Tanaka Minami and Kamenashi Kazuya may have been the moment when their ideal love gave way to reality. Though they were supposedly on the brink of marriage, differences in their values and lifestyles gradually grew, and they ultimately chose to separate. However, their choice was by no means a pessimistic one; it could also be seen as a positive decision for each of them to "live their own path."

Minami Tanaka continues to show her true colors as an independent woman, while Kazuya Kamenashi aims to make further strides as an artist. It will likely be interesting to see how their "new lives" will intersect.

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