Ayaka Hironaka Makes First Guest Appearance! 'Sayonara Propose via Australia' Episode 9 Airs Tonight at 9 PM, Featuring a Housewife-Hopeful Girl Forced to Choose Between Working Outside or Joining the Family Business by Her High-Spec Boyfriend, Crying on the Eve of Decision
ABEMA's original marriage decision reality show, 'Sayonara Propose via Australia,' Episode 9, will be broadcast from 9 PM on Thursday, April 30th. Announcer Ayaka Hironaka makes her first guest appearance, and the struggles of three couples facing their final decision are depicted, especially the clash between a girl who desires to be a full-time housewife and her high-spec boyfriend.
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New future television "ABEMA" announced that the 9th episode of its original marriage decision reality show, "Sayonara Propose via Australia," will be broadcast from 9 PM on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
## What is 'Sayonara Propose via Australia'?
This program is a poignant and love-filled marriage decision reality show where couples who have been dating but can't commit to marriage must make a final decision, either "marriage" or "breakup," after a seven-day overseas trip. In recent years, as values regarding marriage have diversified, the show observes the real misunderstandings and true feelings of couples facing "marriage" or "breakup," and watches over their growth and decisions.
The latest season, "Sayonara Propose via Australia," features a record three couples set against the magnificent natural beauty and liberating atmosphere of Australia. The new season introduces: Naoki (29, works for a foreign IT company, seeking independence from his partner) and Rino (28, aspiring to be a full-time housewife); Kenshi (39, company executive, twice divorced, no desire for marriage) and Sachie (31, unable to trust him due to past actions); and Yuki (30, unable to commit to marriage) and Luna (29, desires to marry by age 30). Studio commentators include Sayaka's Niiyama, Hikorohi, Miki Fujimoto, Dori Sakurada, and Yuuchami.
## Work Outside or Join the Family Business... A Housewife-Hopeful Girl Forced to Choose by Her High-Spec Boyfriend, Crying on the Eve of Decision
In Episode 9, airing on Thursday, April 30th, TV Asahi announcer Ayaka Hironaka makes her first guest appearance. Hironaka, married and a mother of one, sends encouragement to the three couples struggling with their marriage decisions.
Episode 9 depicts the fluctuating emotions of the couples as they face their final decision the next day. Rino, who hopes to be a full-time housewife, and Naoki, who expects his partner to achieve self-realization and independence through work, clash intensely over their post-marriage work styles. Rino tearfully confides in a friend on the phone, expressing anxiety that "Naoki has no concept of 'not working.' It's unsettling to always be expected to meet high ideals," and "Naoki only gives me the option of 'if you're not working outside, then work in my family business.'" She further reveals her despair, wondering, "Maybe it's better not to marry, both for Naoki and for myself." On the other hand, Naoki also expresses his harsh true feelings, saying, "If she can't give up on being a full-time housewife, then she should be with someone who can fulfill that path," revealing a decisive rift between them.
## Marriage or Breakup... Couples Wavering on the Eve of Decision, Their True Feelings Intertwine
The other two couples also stand at a major crossroads as they approach their decision. Sachie's best friend joins Kenshi and Sachie. Sachie's friend reprimands Kenshi, who is hesitant due to past trauma, saying he "still has no resolve to marry."
Then, Yuki and Luna welcome the morning of their final day by climbing a mountain to a scenic spot. There, Yuki suddenly sheds tears and reveals his hidden weakness to Luna, saying, "The reason I kept postponing marriage was..." What is the truth spoken by Yuki?
The three couples finally face the moment of their fateful decision. Will they choose "marriage" or "breakup"!? Episode 9 of "Sayonara Propose via Australia" will be broadcast from 9 PM on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Please look forward to it.
## 'Sayonara Propose via Australia' Program Overview
Episode 9 Broadcast Date and Time: Thursday, April 30, 2026, 9 PM~
Episode 9 Broadcast URL: https://abema.tv/channels/abema-special/slots/D4dKkeNeg8tjGj
Program Top Page: https://abema.tv/video/title/90-1303
Teaser Video: https://abema.tv/video/episode/90-1303_s5_p501
[Studio Commentators] *In alphabetical order
Sayaka's Niiyama (MC)
Hikorohi (MC)
Miki Fujimoto (MC)
Dori Sakurada
Yuuchami
[Studio Guest]
Ayaka Hironaka (TV Asahi Announcer)
[Theme Song]
A.I. Higuchi 'Moshimo Mou Ichido Koi wo Suru Nara'
*When using images, please include the credit [(C)AbemaTV, Inc.].
## About "ABEMA"
"ABEMA," celebrating its 10th anniversary on April 11, 2026, is a video streaming service aiming for TV innovation and expanding as a "new future of television." Since its launch, it has been an internet TV that can be enjoyed without registration and basically for free, offering diverse content such as a 24-hour news channel.
## What is 'Sayonara Propose via Australia'?
This program is a poignant and love-filled marriage decision reality show where couples who have been dating but can't commit to marriage must make a final decision, either "marriage" or "breakup," after a seven-day overseas trip. In recent years, as values regarding marriage have diversified, the show observes the real misunderstandings and true feelings of couples facing "marriage" or "breakup," and watches over their growth and decisions.
The latest season, "Sayonara Propose via Australia," features a record three couples set against the magnificent natural beauty and liberating atmosphere of Australia. The new season introduces: Naoki (29, works for a foreign IT company, seeking independence from his partner) and Rino (28, aspiring to be a full-time housewife); Kenshi (39, company executive, twice divorced, no desire for marriage) and Sachie (31, unable to trust him due to past actions); and Yuki (30, unable to commit to marriage) and Luna (29, desires to marry by age 30). Studio commentators include Sayaka's Niiyama, Hikorohi, Miki Fujimoto, Dori Sakurada, and Yuuchami.
## Work Outside or Join the Family Business... A Housewife-Hopeful Girl Forced to Choose by Her High-Spec Boyfriend, Crying on the Eve of Decision
In Episode 9, airing on Thursday, April 30th, TV Asahi announcer Ayaka Hironaka makes her first guest appearance. Hironaka, married and a mother of one, sends encouragement to the three couples struggling with their marriage decisions.
Episode 9 depicts the fluctuating emotions of the couples as they face their final decision the next day. Rino, who hopes to be a full-time housewife, and Naoki, who expects his partner to achieve self-realization and independence through work, clash intensely over their post-marriage work styles. Rino tearfully confides in a friend on the phone, expressing anxiety that "Naoki has no concept of 'not working.' It's unsettling to always be expected to meet high ideals," and "Naoki only gives me the option of 'if you're not working outside, then work in my family business.'" She further reveals her despair, wondering, "Maybe it's better not to marry, both for Naoki and for myself." On the other hand, Naoki also expresses his harsh true feelings, saying, "If she can't give up on being a full-time housewife, then she should be with someone who can fulfill that path," revealing a decisive rift between them.
## Marriage or Breakup... Couples Wavering on the Eve of Decision, Their True Feelings Intertwine
The other two couples also stand at a major crossroads as they approach their decision. Sachie's best friend joins Kenshi and Sachie. Sachie's friend reprimands Kenshi, who is hesitant due to past trauma, saying he "still has no resolve to marry."
Then, Yuki and Luna welcome the morning of their final day by climbing a mountain to a scenic spot. There, Yuki suddenly sheds tears and reveals his hidden weakness to Luna, saying, "The reason I kept postponing marriage was..." What is the truth spoken by Yuki?
The three couples finally face the moment of their fateful decision. Will they choose "marriage" or "breakup"!? Episode 9 of "Sayonara Propose via Australia" will be broadcast from 9 PM on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Please look forward to it.
## 'Sayonara Propose via Australia' Program Overview
Episode 9 Broadcast Date and Time: Thursday, April 30, 2026, 9 PM~
Episode 9 Broadcast URL: https://abema.tv/channels/abema-special/slots/D4dKkeNeg8tjGj
Program Top Page: https://abema.tv/video/title/90-1303
Teaser Video: https://abema.tv/video/episode/90-1303_s5_p501
[Studio Commentators] *In alphabetical order
Sayaka's Niiyama (MC)
Hikorohi (MC)
Miki Fujimoto (MC)
Dori Sakurada
Yuuchami
[Studio Guest]
Ayaka Hironaka (TV Asahi Announcer)
[Theme Song]
A.I. Higuchi 'Moshimo Mou Ichido Koi wo Suru Nara'
*When using images, please include the credit [(C)AbemaTV, Inc.].
## About "ABEMA"
"ABEMA," celebrating its 10th anniversary on April 11, 2026, is a video streaming service aiming for TV innovation and expanding as a "new future of television." Since its launch, it has been an internet TV that can be enjoyed without registration and basically for free, offering diverse content such as a 24-hour news channel.