A Japanese fan spent about $4,000 for a “dream date” with his favorite underground idol, a full Disneyland day with rides, meals, and photos, all paid by him. Days later, he claimed he discovered the “bodyguard” she brought along was actually her husband, and that he had unknowingly paid for all three of them. The story exploded online after he said he felt “emotionally deceived”, sparking a huge debate about idol culture in Japan, especially the expectation that idols stay “available” to maintain fans’ fantasy. After the backlash, the idol issued a public apology and said she had already left her idol, but she never confirmed the marriage.