YUMEKI's Reality Dating Show Debut Ends in Shocking Reunion with Former Student! Ema's Bikini Appearance Stuns YUMEKI, Who Opens Up About Long-Distance Love Experience

ABEMA, the "television of the new future," aired the second episode of its original dating reality show 'Shuffle Island Season7'—where stunningly attractive men and women in swimwear follow their instincts in love—for free starting at 9:00 PM on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Catch-up streaming is available for free after the broadcast.

What is 'Shuffle Island Season7'?

'Shuffle Island' is an ABEMA original dating reality show where physically stunning men and women in swimwear gather on two islands. Under the rule that members must "shuffle" daily between the "Pink" and "Blue" islands, participants move between islands and pursue love based on instinct. First aired in 2021, this seventh season is set on Koh Samui, Thailand, offering a tropical backdrop where raw instincts and desires accelerate real romance. Unpredictable encounters and breakups, mixed with jealousy and emotional maneuvering, make for compelling viewing. The theme song remains WANIMA's "Ambiguous" from the previous season, while the ending theme is a newly written track "Excited Blue" by Reisan. Returning as studio MCs are Yashiki Hiromasa from the comedy duo New York, talent Minegishi Minami, talent Yukipoyo, and actor Suzuki Fukutaro.

YUMEKI's Shocking Reunion with Former Student on His Dating Show Debut!

YUMEKI Stunned by Ema's Bikini Look: "Never Seen Her Like This Before..."

For the second episode aired on July 14, 2026, world-renowned dancer and choreographer YUMEKI appeared as a studio guest. Though this was YUMEKI's first appearance on a dating reality show, he surprised the studio by revealing, "I actually watch dating reality shows all the time."

When asked by New York's Yashiki Hiromasa, "Any members you noticed after watching Episode 1?" YUMEKI replied, "Not just 'noticed'... I actually know someone," naming contestant ema and causing an uproar in the studio. Referring to his former trainee from the audition program 'PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS,' whom he coached as a dance trainer, YUMEKI expressed shock: "I've never seen ema in a bikini like this before... I'm really surprised," calling it an "emotional reunion." Yashiki joked, "Ema-chan probably never imagined she'd be watched by her teacher YUMEKI like this (laughs)," sparking laughter in the studio.

Bodybuilder Yuma, Former Teacher, Gets Harsh Criticism from Yukipoyo and Minegishi for 'Two-Girls-at-Once' Feeding

On "Island BLUE," food creator Taka led the group in cooking their own meals. While making pasta, bodybuilder Yuma—who surprisingly once worked as a middle school teacher—fed cooking ingredients "aahn" to both Haruna and Minori, two women he's interested in, who were standing nearby. As his feelings for Haruna wavered from 80% to 60% and his interest in Minori rose to 40%, Yuma's indecisive attitude drew concern. Yashiki commented, "I feel like Yuma is heading toward self-destruction."

Watching from the studio, Yukipoyo bluntly said, "That's already a no-go. Girls will definitely notice." When Yashiki asked, "If two girls you like are nearby while you're cooking, what should you do?" she firmly replied, "Even if they're close, I wouldn't feed both of them." When Yashiki added, "Maybe it's better not to get too close when you're unsure," Minegishi Minami chimed in, "I just wanted him to focus on cooking," delivering sharp criticism.

YUMEKI Opens Up About His Long-Distance Relationship Experience: "The Joy of Reuniting..."

In this episode, college student Yuuwill instantly falls for Pere, a personal trainer and new arrival on "Island PINK." Declaring "Only Pere matters," he aggressively pursues her—only for the two to be separated during the shuffle at the end of Episode 2.

Later, in the studio, Yashiki asked YUMEKI, "Have you ever had to be apart from someone you love—like a long-distance relationship?" YUMEKI confirmed he had such experience, saying, "I'm the type who feels even greater joy when we reunite because we both have our own dreams and passions. So actually, I was really suited for long-distance relationships." When Yashiki followed up, "But isn't it super painful when you meet after a long time and then have to part again?" YUMEKI replied, "It is painful. But since I know the joy of being together, I can handle it." Yashiki responded, "You're seriously made for this!" Meanwhile, Yukipoyo declared, "I want to be with someone every day! I'd move in right after dating (laughs)," showing her true colors and energizing the studio.

With complex love triangles unfolding, the studio MCs were fully engaged! 'Shuffle Island Season7' Episode 2, a must-watch until the very last second, is now available for free catch-up streaming on ABEMA. Don't miss the increasingly intense and passionate vacation romance of these beautiful men and women.

ABEMA 'Shuffle Island Season7' Program Overview

Episode 1 Full YouTube: https://youtu.be/yOIPbZeyKq8?si=mbnN_8e3-gSva3Ud

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Broadcast Date and Time: July 14, 2026 (Tue) 9:00 PM JST

Trailer Video: https://youtu.be/InUCLaaLLtI?si=2SLyJTfbtOXrdmt4

Streaming URL: https://abema.go.link/8KDEl

[Studio MCs]

Yashiki Hiromasa, Minegishi Minami, Yukipoyo, Suzuki Fukutaro

'Shuffle Island' Series Social Media Accounts

Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shuffle_island_ABEMA

Official X (Twitter): https://x.com/shuffleisland

Official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shuffleisland_abema

Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shuffleisland_official/

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About ABEMA

ABEMA celebrates its 10th anniversary on April 11, 2026, as a video streaming service aiming to innovate television under the concept of the "television of the new future." Since launch, it has operated as an internet TV service that requires no registration and is free to enjoy, offering 24-hour news channels and original content such as dramas and dating reality shows that pursue "highest quality or one-of-a-kind" experiences, as well as variety