Gen Z Actor Arrested After Allegedly Assaulting Girlfriend in Car
timelesz member Inomata Shuto has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of assault after allegedly striking his girlfriend during an argument in Tokyo.
On the morning of September 20, Japanese actor and singer Inomata Shuto, born in 2001 and a member of the idol group timelesz, was arrested on suspicion of assault. Reports state that on September 18, around 10:30 p.m., Inomata allegedly punched his girlfriend multiple times in the face during a heated argument in the parking lot of a convenience store in Tokyo’s Koto Ward. The woman, visibly injured, sought help at the nearby convenience store.
A witness reported that Inomata’s girlfriend had a nosebleed when she entered the store. She appeared distressed and asked for help, indicating that her boyfriend had hit her. Police were notified and arrived at the scene promptly.
During interrogation, Inomata denied assaulting his girlfriend, claiming that his hand accidentally hit her during the argument. However, many online users doubted his explanation, accusing him of trying to hide the truth.
His agency, STARTO ENTERTAINMENT, released a statement acknowledging the arrest of Inomata. They expressed regret to the alleged victim and announced the suspension of all his activities. The statement also mentioned the pending decision by authorities, after which appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken against Inomata.
Social media and online platforms were abuzz with shock at Inomata’s arrest, especially since he was known for his gentle demeanor. Comments reflected surprise, with many struggling to reconcile the accusations with his public persona.
Inomata, born on August 17, 2001, in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan, ventured into the entertainment industry after working as an accountant at his father’s company. He joined timelesz in 2025 and made his acting debut shortly after. His agency’s statement apologized for the incident and assured fans that appropriate action would follow the legal proceedings.
Sources: kenh14