For reference, Princess Mako left the Imperial Family—relinquishing her royal title in the process—after marrying Kei Komuro, a former classmate, but also a commoner. The pair moved to New York City to start a new life together in 2021, with Komuro turning down a $1.3 million royal payout she was entitled to after losing her status due to her marriage. (Komuro works in the city as a lawyer while Princess Mako recently secured a job at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.)
At the time of her marriage, Princess Mako gave a statement about her choice with her new husband, Komuro, explaining their decision: “I love Mako. We only get one life, and I want us to spend it with the one we love.” Four years later—and with their family expanding, plus baby—their love story continues.