Nozomi Tsuji, a well-known talento, shared the gender of her fifth child on her YouTube channel on April 18, 2025, creating a heartwarming moment for her family and fans alike. Tsuji, 37, who has been married to Taiyo Sugiura, 44, since June 2007, revealed the news through a creative gender reveal event that involved her husband and children.
In a video titled "The Announcement of the Gender of the Sugiura Family's Fifth Child," Tsuji explained that she had known the baby's gender for several days before the reveal. To share the news with her husband, she prepared a special cake. The cake was designed so that if Sugiura cut into it and found shine muscat grapes, it would indicate a boy, while strawberries would signify a girl. As Sugiura returned home from the gym, he was filled with excitement and anticipation.
When it came time to cut the cake, Sugiura confidently guessed that there was a "99% chance" the baby would be a boy. However, upon cutting into the cake and seeing a strawberry, he was taken aback, exclaiming, "Uso! Maji?!" ("No way! Really?!"). His surprise and joy were evident as he raised his hands in delight, marking a memorable moment for the couple.
Following the cake reveal, Tsuji shared the news with her parents using a traditional Japanese method—rice balls. She explained that if the filling was kelp, it would mean a boy, and if it was salmon, it would indicate a girl. When her mother took a bite and discovered the salmon, she responded with shock, saying, "Ehh! Maji?!" ("Really?!"). Tsuji's parents had also suspected that the baby was likely to be a boy, so the revelation of a granddaughter was a delightful surprise for them.
The final reveal was shared with Tsuji's four children. They used a large balloon filled with colored confetti, where blue indicated a boy and pink indicated a girl. As they counted down and popped the balloon, pink confetti burst forth, signaling that they would have a sister. The children's joy was palpable, with Tsuji's eldest daughter, Noa, shedding tears of happiness. This will be the first sister for her four siblings, making the moment even more special.
Fans of Tsuji expressed their emotions in the comments section of the video, with many sharing their own tears of joy. Comments included sentiments like, "I also started crying" and "Especially the reaction of grandpa and Noa was the best." The video resonated with viewers, showcasing not just the excitement of a new addition to the family but also the deep bonds of love and support within the Sugiura household.
As Tsuji and Sugiura prepare for the arrival of their fifth child, they continue to share their journey with their fans, highlighting the joy and challenges of parenthood. The couple, who already have four children—Noa (17), Seia (14), Sora (12), and Kosia (born in December 2018)—are embracing the chaos and beauty of expanding their family.
The couple's journey has been documented over the years, providing a glimpse into their lives as they navigate the ups and downs of raising a large family. Tsuji's creativity in revealing their baby's gender is just one of many moments that fans have come to cherish.
In a world where family dynamics are constantly evolving, Tsuji and Sugiura's story is a testament to the love and joy that comes with welcoming new life. As they look forward to the arrival of their daughter, the Sugiura family continues to inspire many with their warmth, humor, and genuine affection for one another.
