Former members of Japanese pop group Morning Musume have recently shared personal updates, drawing the attention of their fans and followers. Konno Asa, who is married to Nippon Ham Fighters pitcher Sugiyama Narihiro, updated her Instagram with the much-anticipated reveal of her home, emphasizing the extensive three-year planning and effort involved in its construction.
On the 27th, Konno Asa (37) shared on her Instagram the design elements of her house, which she described as filled with warmth and creativity. She stated, "YouTubeではちょこちょこルームツアーや家づくり、おうちの購入品の話もしているもののインスタでは全然あげていませんでした" ("I've been sharing room tours and house-building topics on YouTube, but hadn’t shown much on Instagram.").
Her posts feature beautiful imagery of the home's open-concept living space and kitchen, as well as photographs of various design features such as light color schemes and wooden accents. She emphasized the challenges she faced through the sleepless nights dedicated to planning and researching.
With joy and excitement, she mentioned her responsive audience, noting, "自分の家づくり中、インスタを家アカをかなり参考にしましたし、ありがたいことに家の話をしたり質問頂くことも増えたので" ("During my home-building process, I referenced many home accounts on Instagram, and I’m grateful for the increase in questions and discussions about homes."). She plans to share tips and experiences moving forward, hoping to relate more personal insights with her followers.
Responses to her reveal have flooded her post. Comments like "素敵すぎるぅ" ("It’s so wonderful!") and "憧れます！" ("I admire this!") reflect admiration from her fans, capturing the inspiration she provides.
Meanwhile, Fujimoto Miki (40), also former member of Morning Musume, marked her own significant moment as she celebrated her birthday on the 26th. Sharing joyful family photos, Miki expressed her happiness as she wrote, "家族にお祝いしてもらってとっても幸せです" ("I feel so happy to have been celebrated by my family.").
Her heartfelt post includes images featuring her children, marking her milestone with love and warmth. Fans commented on her joyful spirit, with notes such as "ミキティお誕生日おめでとう" ("Happy birthday, Mikitty!") and "家族に囲まれて嬉しそうなミキティ見てこっちも幸せな気持ちになりました" ("Seeing Mikitty so happy surrounded by family makes me happy too!").
Both former idols showcase their personal life journeys, illustrating how they are balancing motherhood with public life. Konno's dedication to building her dream home alongside her role as mother to four children shows her commitment to creating lasting memories and environments for her family. Meanwhile, Fujimoto shares the sweetness of family life as she embraces each year with her growing children.
While their music careers may have been paved with glitz and glamour, these updates remind fans of the importance of personal milestones and the joy found within family life. Both Konno Asa and Fujimoto Miki have created warm, loving spaces for their families, similarly inspiring others through their social media journeys.