Pop superstar Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have put rumours of a cooling romance firmly to rest, showcasing their affection during a low-key evening in Tokyo. The couple were photographed holding hands while sightseeing in the historic Asakusa district, marking their latest high-profile international outing together.
A Night of Sumo and Sightseeing in Asakusa
The 41-year-old singer, currently on the Japanese leg of her world tour, and the 53-year-old former statesman blended in with tourists for a stroll through one of Tokyo's most beloved historic areas. Their evening culminated at the Asakusa Sumo Stable ANNEX, a unique restaurant famed for hosting live sumo wrestling matches within an authentic ring. Sources confirm the pair dined on traditional Japanese cuisine while enjoying the athletic display, successfully keeping their date night relatively discreet.
From Whirlwind Rumours to Public Debuts
This Tokyo trip is merely the latest chapter in a romance that has captivated international media since rumours first surfaced in July. The speculation began shortly after Perry's split from her long-term partner and fiancé, actor Orlando Bloom, 48. After weeks of sightings, the couple made their official public debut in Paris in September, hand-in-hand during a romantic evening. They later chose Perry's 41st birthday celebration in the French capital on October 25th to solidify their status as a couple publicly.
An insider previously told People magazine that the pair are "making plans for the holidays," though Perry's schedule remains a whirlwind as she prepares to conclude her global 'Lifetimes Tour'. "Without exaggeration, this year has been a whirlwind for her. She hasn't even had time to really think about her life after the tour," the source shared.
Balancing New Love with Family Focus
Despite the excitement of her new relationship with Trudeau, sources emphasise that Perry's primary focus remains her five-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove, whom she shares with Orlando Bloom. "She's a single mom now and a lot of that is going to come into focus next year," an insider added. The source also noted that Perry is "excited" by Trudeau and "having a lot of fun," even if she was surprised by how quickly she connected with someone new post-split.
"Justin keeps making a big effort to see her and she's excited about it. [She has] a lot of fun with him. It's exactly what she needs right now," the source said. The relationship appears to be mutually beneficial, with another insider adding that Trudeau seems a "much happier person now" with stresses "greatly diminished."
The couple's bond first made headlines when they were seen together intimately in Canada during a tour stop earlier this year, followed by Trudeau attending her Montreal show. Their chemistry was further highlighted during a now-viral yacht trip where they shared a kiss. Though they initially decided to be more private, insiders confirm they remained "very interested in each other."
Perry's relationship with Trudeau follows the end of her engagement to Orlando Bloom. The former couple, who began dating in 2016, got engaged on Valentine's Day 2019 and welcomed Daisy in August 2020. Representatives confirmed their split was amicable, centred on co-parenting. Trudeau, meanwhile, announced his separation from Sophie Grégoire Trudeau in 2023 after 18 years of marriage; they share three children. He served as Canada's prime minister from 2015 until March 2025.
