Actress Luna Fujimoto Marries 'Walled In' Martial Arts Director Kenji Tanigaki

Kenji Tanigaki, the Japanese martial arts director behind the acclaimed Hong Kong film "Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In," has married popular Japanese actress Luna Fujimoto. The couple, who have known each other for a decade, quietly celebrated their wedding with close friends and family. Fujimoto shared the happy news and wedding photos on social media, expressing her joy and deep connection with Tanigaki.

Tanigaki and Fujimoto described their relationship as having evolved from close friends and work partners to life companions. They expressed gratitude for the support of their loved ones and a desire to spend many more years together, dedicating themselves further to their work. The wedding photos showcased the couple in traditional Japanese attire at a shrine, as well as Fujimoto in an elegant white wedding gown.

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He is not only my close friend, but a colleague who constantly inspires me at work, and more importantly, my life partner. We hope to walk through many more years together, not just the past 10 years.

Tanigaki, 55, born in Nara, Japan, developed a passion for martial arts through Hong Kong films like "Drunken Master." He later moved to Hong Kong to pursue his career and became a key collaborator for Donnie Yen. Tanigaki received the Best Action Design award at the 55th Golden Horse Awards in 2018 for his work on "Hidden Man." Fujimoto gained recognition for her role in the drama "VIVANT" and also made a cameo in Stephen Chow's film "S.F.W."

Celebrities such as Donnie Yen and Daniel Wu were among the first to send their heartfelt congratulations to the newlyweds. The couple's union marks a significant personal milestone, celebrated by their peers in the film industry.

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We hope to spend the next 10 years together, cherishing the connections we have built, and dedicating ourselves to our work with even greater commitment.