Leading Actor Allegedly Confesses To Assaulting Woman He Was Dating
Murakami Nijiro is facing controversy after admitting to assaulting a woman he dated.
The popular Japanese actor, known for his role as Chishiya in Alice In Borderland, was referred to prosecution over allegations of assault.
The incident reportedly happened two years ago. He is accused of punching his then-girlfriend in the face, causing injuries that took over a month to heal.
The actor admitted the charges during questioning.
“There’s no doubt that I caused the injuries.”
— Report on Murakami Nijiro’s statement
Murakami Nijiro | @njrmrkx/Instagram
The news broke on June 25, 2026, via a tweet from @livedoornews reporting:
【容疑認める】俳優の村上虹郎を傷害の疑いで書類送検、交際していた女性の顔を殴るなどしたか
おととし、当時交際していた女性の顔を殴るなどの暴行を加えて全治1カ月以上の重傷を負わせた疑い。任意の調べに対し「けがさせたことは間違いない」と話しているという。
— ライブドアニュース (@livedoornews) June 25, 2026
The confession has sparked strong backlash online.
wtf? nijiro murakami punched his ex-girlfriend in the face.
“there is no doubt that I caused her injuries”
— ˓ 𝐫𝐮𝐲𝐢. (@oryoism) June 26, 2026
Did murakami nijiro ‘s struggling period coincided with the time he assaulted his gf!!! That’s some audacity if I’m not reading too much into it
— مريم (@meem0408) June 26, 2026
Brooo what’s happening?? Nijiro Murakami is beating a woman?? I’m disappointed in you
— Lina (@LinaDiamandiss) June 26, 2026
As the situation develops, Murakami’s career and public image face serious scrutiny. No official response from his agency yet.
Stay tuned for updates.