ABEMA's 'Sayonara Propose via Australia' Final Episode | Marry or Break Up... What Decisions Did 3 Couples Make? Announcer Ayaka Hironaka Reveals 'Things to Check Before Marriage'
The final episode of ABEMA's marriage decision reality program 'Sayonara Propose via Australia' aired on May 7th, with three couples making their decisions to marry or break up. Announcer Ayaka Hironaka also discussed important considerations before marriage.
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ABEMA, the "New Future TV," broadcast the final episode of its original marriage decision reality program "Sayonara Propose via Australia" from 9 PM on Thursday, May 7, 2026, and began offering free catch-up streaming after the broadcast.
■ 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 are hesitant to commit to marriage embark on a 7-day overseas trip and must unequivocally decide whether to "marry" or "break up" on the final day. In recent years, as values regarding marriage have diversified, the show offers a glimpse into the real disagreements and true feelings of couples facing "marriage" or "separation," watching their growth and decisions unfold.
The latest season, "Sayonara Propose via Australia," features a record-breaking three couples, set against the backdrop of Australia's magnificent nature and liberating atmosphere. The new season introduces: Naoki (29), an expat IT company employee who seeks independence in his partner, and Rino (28), who hopes to be a full-time housewife in the future; Kenshi (39), a company executive who has experienced two divorces and lost his desire for marriage, and Sachie (31), who can no longer trust him due to his past actions; and Yuuki (30), who is hesitant to marry, and Luna (29), who wishes to marry by age 30. The studio commentators include Sayaka's Niiyama, Hikorohi, Miki Fujimoto, Dori Sakurada, and Yuchami.
In the final episode, broadcast from 9 PM on Thursday, May 7, the three couples finally completed their 7-day journey and made their decisions to "marry" or "break up." The first couple, Naoki (29), an expat IT company employee who seeks independence in his partner, and Rino (28), who hopes to be a full-time housewife in the future. Although their values regarding work clashed, Rino declared at the decision point, "I don't want to be a 'full-time housewife' in the conventional sense I've always thought of; I want us to have a relationship where we respect each other." She showed significant compromise, stating her desire to pursue her favorite apparel work within feasible limits, and directly conveyed her honest feelings: "I want to be with Naoki forever, so I want to marry him."
Naoki was surprised by Rino's change, but frankly expressed his tough feelings: "Honestly, there are quite a few things I can't compromise on," and "I even wondered during this trip if we could truly acknowledge our differences in values." However, immediately after, he suddenly presented something, saying, "I wanted to give this to Rino..." What could be the true meaning behind Naoki's unpredictable action...!?
Furthermore, Kenshi (39), a company executive cautious about marriage after two divorces, and Sachie (31) also faced their moment of decision. Sachie reflected on always getting angry at Kenshi, and tearfully revealed her true feelings: "I truly love Kenshi, and he is so important that I don't want to lose him." She conveyed her gratitude to Kenshi, who had always accepted everything, saying, "I've emotionally given up and said 'let's break up' many times, but deep down, I felt completely different..." What was the answer Kenshi, who had been unable to commit to marriage, came up with in response to Sachie's heartfelt confession?
Also, the couple of Luna (29), who wishes to marry and have children by age 30, and Yuuki (30), who is not ready to commit to marriage, saw a tumultuous development until the very end, with Luna delivering a tearful ultimatum: "If you're going to keep postponing it, I think we should break up."
In the "After Talk" segment of the studio, a lively discussion ensued in a real-life 고민상담 (trouble consultation) corner, triggered by a viewer's question: "I've been dating my boyfriend for 8 years, and we both live with our parents in Tokyo. I want to live together before getting married, but he says he doesn't see the point of cohabitation. Is it okay to get married without cohabiting?"
Dori Sakurada, touching on the point that they both live with their parents, expressed concern: "It seems they don't grasp what they can and cannot do." He opined, "If you realize 'this isn't working' after marriage, it involves many things, so it's better to live together first."
On the other hand, Miki Fujimoto started by saying, "I'm against cohabitation," and argued, "Isn't it a waste to get bored too soon? You'll be living together forever anyway once you're married."
Guest, TV Asahi announcer Ayaka Hironaka, offered practical advice: "Setting a deadline is important, and cohabitation requires money, so it's better to clear that up."
Next, when Hikorohi asked, "What's one thing you think people should definitely confirm before marriage?", Hironaka replied, "Aren't there people who care surprisingly much about the frequency of contact? Like, 'Let's definitely tell each other what time we'll be home.' I don't want to be tied down..."
■ 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 are hesitant to commit to marriage embark on a 7-day overseas trip and must unequivocally decide whether to "marry" or "break up" on the final day. In recent years, as values regarding marriage have diversified, the show offers a glimpse into the real disagreements and true feelings of couples facing "marriage" or "separation," watching their growth and decisions unfold.
The latest season, "Sayonara Propose via Australia," features a record-breaking three couples, set against the backdrop of Australia's magnificent nature and liberating atmosphere. The new season introduces: Naoki (29), an expat IT company employee who seeks independence in his partner, and Rino (28), who hopes to be a full-time housewife in the future; Kenshi (39), a company executive who has experienced two divorces and lost his desire for marriage, and Sachie (31), who can no longer trust him due to his past actions; and Yuuki (30), who is hesitant to marry, and Luna (29), who wishes to marry by age 30. The studio commentators include Sayaka's Niiyama, Hikorohi, Miki Fujimoto, Dori Sakurada, and Yuchami.
In the final episode, broadcast from 9 PM on Thursday, May 7, the three couples finally completed their 7-day journey and made their decisions to "marry" or "break up." The first couple, Naoki (29), an expat IT company employee who seeks independence in his partner, and Rino (28), who hopes to be a full-time housewife in the future. Although their values regarding work clashed, Rino declared at the decision point, "I don't want to be a 'full-time housewife' in the conventional sense I've always thought of; I want us to have a relationship where we respect each other." She showed significant compromise, stating her desire to pursue her favorite apparel work within feasible limits, and directly conveyed her honest feelings: "I want to be with Naoki forever, so I want to marry him."
Naoki was surprised by Rino's change, but frankly expressed his tough feelings: "Honestly, there are quite a few things I can't compromise on," and "I even wondered during this trip if we could truly acknowledge our differences in values." However, immediately after, he suddenly presented something, saying, "I wanted to give this to Rino..." What could be the true meaning behind Naoki's unpredictable action...!?
Furthermore, Kenshi (39), a company executive cautious about marriage after two divorces, and Sachie (31) also faced their moment of decision. Sachie reflected on always getting angry at Kenshi, and tearfully revealed her true feelings: "I truly love Kenshi, and he is so important that I don't want to lose him." She conveyed her gratitude to Kenshi, who had always accepted everything, saying, "I've emotionally given up and said 'let's break up' many times, but deep down, I felt completely different..." What was the answer Kenshi, who had been unable to commit to marriage, came up with in response to Sachie's heartfelt confession?
Also, the couple of Luna (29), who wishes to marry and have children by age 30, and Yuuki (30), who is not ready to commit to marriage, saw a tumultuous development until the very end, with Luna delivering a tearful ultimatum: "If you're going to keep postponing it, I think we should break up."
In the "After Talk" segment of the studio, a lively discussion ensued in a real-life 고민상담 (trouble consultation) corner, triggered by a viewer's question: "I've been dating my boyfriend for 8 years, and we both live with our parents in Tokyo. I want to live together before getting married, but he says he doesn't see the point of cohabitation. Is it okay to get married without cohabiting?"
Dori Sakurada, touching on the point that they both live with their parents, expressed concern: "It seems they don't grasp what they can and cannot do." He opined, "If you realize 'this isn't working' after marriage, it involves many things, so it's better to live together first."
On the other hand, Miki Fujimoto started by saying, "I'm against cohabitation," and argued, "Isn't it a waste to get bored too soon? You'll be living together forever anyway once you're married."
Guest, TV Asahi announcer Ayaka Hironaka, offered practical advice: "Setting a deadline is important, and cohabitation requires money, so it's better to clear that up."
Next, when Hikorohi asked, "What's one thing you think people should definitely confirm before marriage?", Hironaka replied, "Aren't there people who care surprisingly much about the frequency of contact? Like, 'Let's definitely tell each other what time we'll be home.' I don't want to be tied down..."