The new issue of FRIDAY magazine includes an interview with comedian Hitori Gekidan in which he talks about his current relationship with talento Akane Osawa. This is his first time publicly commenting on the matter.

The two have been dating since last spring. Gekidan says that they have discussed marriage before, but nothing is definite yet. However, he appears optimistic about it.

Both of their agencies have stated that the relationship is going well, but it is not yet at the marriage stage.