Kenichi Okamoto divorced since last year

[Tokyograph News]

Actor Kenichi Okamoto, once a member of the Johnny's unit Otokogumi, has been divorced since last spring, it was learned on Sunday. The news was reported in the latest issue of Shukan Gendai, which goes on sale Monday.

In 1992, Okamoto married Katsue Nishi, who was a model at the time. The following year, they gave birth to their son Keito, who recently debuted as a member of Hey! Say! JUMP.

According to the magazine, one of the couple's friends explained that the two had conflicting views of parenting, which strained their relationship. For example, Okamoto encouraged their son studying abroad in England when he was only 9, while Nishi was apprehensive about it.

Okamoto's management confirmed the divorce, but explained that they did not make a public announcement out of respect for the couple's privacy. Okamoto reportedly has custody of Keito.

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