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[2026] What is the shoplifting allegation against Hiroyuki Sugiyama of Wagaya? Reasons, suspension, and current status of the members
Hiroyuki Sugiyama, a member of the comedy trio "Wagaya," was referred to prosecutors on October 14, 2026, on suspicion of theft. This article will cover the details of the shoplifting allegations, the reasons Sugiyama gave, the announcement of his suspension by his agency, and the current status of the other members, including Yoshiyuki Tsubokura and Shun Yatabe.
[2026] What is the shoplifting allegation against Hiroyuki Sugiyama of Wagaya? Reasons, suspension, and current status of the members
Q. On what charges was Hiroyuki Sugiyama of Wagaya referred to the public prosecutor's office?
A. Suspected of theft. He is suspected of stealing seven food items (worth approximately 1,100 yen) from a supermarket in Meguro Ward, Tokyo, on September 15, 2026.
Q. What was the reason for shoplifting?
A. According to the Metropolitan Police Department, the suspect admitted to the charges, saying, "My income decreased, which made me anxious, and I wanted to save as much money as possible."
Q. What are Mr. Sugiyama's future plans?
A. Watanabe Entertainment, his management agency, announced that he will be suspended from work indefinitely starting October 14, 2026.
table of contents
- Details of the shoplifting allegations against Hiroyuki Sugiyama of Wagaya.
- Sugiyama's reasons for shoplifting
- His agency announced he would be suspended from work.
- The circumstances leading up to the referral of the case to the prosecutor's office
- Current status of the members of my family
- Our Family Profile
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Details of the shoplifting allegations against Hiroyuki Sugiyama of Wagaya
Hiroyuki Sugiyama (49), a member of the comedy trio "Wagaya," was referred to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department on October 14, 2026, on suspicion of theft.
| item | Content |
| Date and time | Around 1:20 PM on September 15, 2026 |
| place | Supermarket in Meguro Ward, Tokyo |
| item | A total of 7 food items, including sausages and frozen foods. |
| Amount | Approximately 1,100 yen |
| method |
He is suspected of putting items in a bag at a self-checkout counter without scanning the barcodes and then attempting to leave the store.
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| Discovery | Security camera footage and a suspicious store employee calling 110 (the Japanese emergency number) confirmed the incident. |
| Admitted or denied | He has admitted to the charges during voluntary questioning. |
Referral of documents to the prosecutor's office is a procedure in which investigative documents are sent to the prosecutor without arrest. As of October 15, 2026, it has not been decided whether or not an indictment will be issued.
2. The reason Sugiyama gave for shoplifting
According to reports, Sugiyama told investigators that "my income decreased, which made me anxious, and I wanted to save as much money as possible."
Changes in income as a comedian
Sugiyama became hugely popular from the late 2000s to the early 2010s with his catchphrase, "I won't let you say that!" He has revealed that his highest monthly income in the past was 6 million yen.
On the other hand, in an appearance on an ABEMA program in 2023, he said that his income as a comedian had dropped to about 20,000 yen per month. It is said that the trio's work had decreased in recent years.
I will be hospitalized in the summer of 2026.
Ms. Sugiyama was hospitalized in July 2026 due to poor health, and our family declined to appear on Fuji TV's "Bakusho! Red Carpet," which was scheduled to air on August 1, 2026.
Initially, Guillain-Barré syndrome was suspected, but on August 4, 2026, Ms. Sugiyama announced on her X account that the results of further examinations revealed it was hypokalemic myopathy. At that time, she also stated that she was recovering well.
3. His management agency announced his suspension.
Watanabe Entertainment, her management agency, released a statement on October 14, 2026.
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| item | Content |
| disposal | From October 14, 2026 until further notice, I will be on probation. |
| Admitted or denied | They acknowledge the facts. |
| The person's attitude | "I deeply regret the seriousness of my actions." |
| Future actions |
We will cooperate honestly in accordance with the instructions of the investigative authorities and take appropriate action as the investigation progresses.
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The agency has apologized to the affected stores and their supporters for the trouble and worry caused.
4. The circumstances leading up to the referral of the case to the prosecutor's office
| season | event |
| 2023 | On an ABEMA program, he revealed that his income as a comedian is about 20,000 yen per month. |
| July 2026 | Hospitalized due to poor health |
| August 1, 2026 | He declined to appear on "Bakusho! Red Carpet". |
| August 4, 2026 | The results of the detailed examination will be published on X. |
| September 15, 2026 | Suspected of shoplifting at a supermarket in Meguro Ward. |
| October 14, 2026 | He was referred to prosecutors on suspicion of theft. His agency announced he would be suspended from work. |
5. The current status of our family members
Yoshiyuki Tsubokura
In recent years, Tsubokura has expanded his activities as an actor. In a 2023 ABEMA program, it was mentioned that he earns about 1 million yen a month from his acting work. In July 2026, he announced Sugiyama's hospitalization on X and explained his medical condition.
Shun Yatabe
In a 2023 ABEMA program, Yatabe stated that his monthly income as a comedian was only about 20,000 yen, and that he was working part-time at an izakaya (Japanese pub).
Activities as a trio
In the same program, Tsubokura revealed that he had been considering disbanding the group around 2018. As of October 15, 2026, there has been no announcement from the agency regarding the trio's future activities.
| member | The situation as described in 2023 |
| Yoshiyuki Tsubokura | Primarily an actor, monthly income of approximately 1 million yen. |
| Hiroyuki Sugiyama | My income as a comedian is about 20,000 yen per month. |
| Toshi Yatabe | My income as a comedian is about 20,000 yen a month, and I also work part-time at an izakaya (Japanese pub). |
6. Our Family Profile
| item | Content |
| Group Name | My home |
| Formation | 2003 |
| Talent agency | Watanabe Entertainment |
| member | Yoshiyuki Tsubokura, Hiroyuki Sugiyama, Shun Yatabe |
| Typical jokes | Sugiyama's retort, "I won't let you say that!", a rotating comedy routine. |
| Main TV appearances |
Shows such as "Bakusho Red Carpet," "Enta no Kamisama," and "Hirunandesu!"
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"I won't let you say that!" was a phrase coined by Tsubokura and has become a staple as Sugiyama's comeback.
7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Was Hiroyuki Sugiyama arrested?
A. No arrest was made. On October 14, 2026, the procedure was taken to refer the case to the prosecutor's office without making an arrest.
Q2. What is Mr. Sugiyama suspected of stealing?
A. The seven food items, including sausages and frozen foods, are estimated to be worth approximately 1,100 yen.
Q3. How long will Mr. Sugiyama's suspension last?
A. The duration has not been determined. His agency has stated that he will be suspended "for the time being."
Q4. Who are the other members of my family?
A. Yoshiyuki Tsubokura and Shun Yatabe. Mr. Tsubokura also works as an actor.
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