Pop superstar Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have showcased their flourishing romance during a high-profile trip to Tokyo, seamlessly blending her world tour commitments with his diplomatic engagements.
A Diplomatic Lunch and a Christmas Photo
On Thursday, the couple, whose relationship has been the subject of intense speculation since the summer, met with former Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife, Yuko. The foursome posed for a photograph by a Christmas tree, an image later shared by Kishida on his official Instagram account.
The former Japanese leader wrote that Trudeau had come to Japan with his partner, Katy Perry, for a lunch meeting. He reflected on their past collaborations during his tenure, specifically mentioning their work to strengthen bilateral ties through the "Nikka Action Plan." Kishida added he was glad their friendship continued.
Historic Strolls and Sumo Surprises
Earlier that day, the 41-year-old singer and the 53-year-old former statesman were seen enjoying a casual stroll through Asakusa, one of Tokyo's most historic and popular tourist districts. Their cultural immersion continued as they later visited the Asakusa Sumo Stable ANNEX, a unique restaurant known for hosting live sumo wrestling matches inside an authentic ring.
The pair reportedly dined on traditional Japanese cuisine while watching the athletes compete, marking another chapter in their series of international outings together. This Tokyo excursion follows their official debut as a couple in Paris back in September, where they were photographed hand-in-hand.
Navigating a Whirlwind Romance and Schedule
A source close to the situation told People magazine that Perry and Trudeau have been "making plans for the holidays" amidst her packed schedule as she wraps up 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 insider shared.
Despite the excitement of her new romance with Trudeau, which began after her split from ex-fiancé Orlando Bloom, 48, the source emphasised that Perry remains firmly focused on her five-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove. "She's a single mom now and a lot of that is going to come into focus next year," they added.
The connection, however, has been a welcome development for both. The source noted Perry is "having a lot of fun" and was surprised by how quickly she connected with someone new. "Justin keeps making a big effort to see her and she's excited about it. It's exactly what she needs right now."
For Trudeau, the relationship appears to have brought a renewed sense of ease. "He is a much happier person now. Stresses are greatly diminished. And he is intrigued with Katy. They have fun together, laugh a lot, talk about everything," the source concluded.
