Actor Yuta Takahata, 22, was arrested on early Tuesday after he allegedly sexually assaulted a hotel worker in Maebashi, Gunma Prefecture.
The victim, who is in her 40s, reportedly sustained injuries.
Police say Takahata admitted assaulting the woman, telling them he "couldn't control" his desire after looking at her. They sent him to prosecutors Wednesday.
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