Nick Carter greeted by fans as he arrives in Japan with pregnant wife... amid legal woes stemming from January arrest in Florida

Nick Carter and pregnant wife Lauren Kitt touched down in Japan on Tuesday and seemed delighted to be there as they were greeted by excited fans.

The Backstreet Boy was seen with a big smile on his face at Narita International Airport, even though he had to push his own loaded baggage cart through the arrivals terminal.

The 36-year-old brought with him two large suitcases, a backpack and a guitar case as he promotes the official launch in Japan of his solo album All American.

Happy to be here: Nick Carter, accompanied by wife Lauren Kitt, flashed a huge grin as he arrived in Japan on Tuesday and was seen pushing his own baggage cart through the airport terminal

Happy to be here: Nick Carter, accompanied by wife Lauren Kitt, flashed a huge grin as he arrived in Japan on Tuesday and was seen pushing his own baggage cart through the airport terminal

The pop star wore a leather jacket with a black t-shirt and grey baggy cotton pants with a matching grey scarf knotted around his neck.

His blonde hair was gelled back from his forehead and he sported some noticeable stubble on his upper lip.

Once on the ground he had immediately tweeted his fans to say how happy he was to be in Japan, adding: 'I can't wait (to) have some Japanese food. Like NOW. I'm starving.'

Welcomed: The Backstreet Boy, 36, genially posed for photos with fans who were excited to see him

Welcomed: The Backstreet Boy, 36, genially posed for photos with fans who were excited to see him

Hungry: The pop star touched down and tweeted he was looking forward to eating some Japanese food 

Hungry: The pop star touched down and tweeted he was looking forward to eating some Japanese food 

Popular: Nick was surrounded by autograph seekers and television cameras upon his arrival at Narita International Airport

Popular: Nick was surrounded by autograph seekers and television cameras upon his arrival at Narita International Airport

Say cheese: Everyone wanted a selfie with the boy bander

Say cheese: Everyone wanted a selfie with the boy bander

The trip is likely a welcome diversion for the couple who are expecting their first child together this spring.

Nick is facing some legal challenges after being arrested at a Florida bar on January 13 for allegedly punching and trying to choke a bouncer. He's been charged with misdemeanor battery.

The incident took place after bartenders at the Hog’s Breath Saloon in Key West refused to serve alcohol to him and a companion and asked them to leave because they appeared to be 'heavily intoxicated,' according to an arrest report.

Legal woes: The singer was arrested on January 13 at a Florida bar after becoming 'unruly' and allegedly trying to choke a bouncer. He has been charged with misdemeanor battery and is being sued by the bouncer

Legal woes: The singer was arrested on January 13 at a Florida bar after becoming 'unruly' and allegedly trying to choke a bouncer. He has been charged with misdemeanor battery and is being sued by the bouncer

On January 26, TMZ reported the bouncer Skylar Carden has filed a lawsuit against the boy band star in which he claims the singer did physically assault him. He's seeking unspecified damages. 

After the fracas, Nick tweeted an apology for his behavior, writing: 'I am human and at times it can be a struggle to balance a healthy lifestyle. I'm not perfect and for that I am sorry.'

In a second tweet, he asked for help and understating, saying: 'When we fall we have to get up and keep on walking. I hope you stay by my side and continue to walk with me.'

Expecting: Lauren, 32, who wed NIck in 2014, is expecting their first child this spring

Expecting: Lauren, 32, who wed NIck in 2014, is expecting their first child this spring

On the road: The 32-year-old brunette was clearly happy to be supporting her husband as he promotes his solo album All American that's released this week in Japan

On the road: The 32-year-old brunette was clearly happy to be supporting her husband as he promotes his solo album All American that's released this week in Japan

Parents-to-be: Lauren traveled in a black catsuit that hugged her curves and baby bump and added a camel-colored overcoat for warmth, while Nick opted for baggy pants, a leather jacket and matching scarf

Heading overseas: Nick shared this selfie on Instagram as the couple expressed their excitement about traveling to Japan

Heading overseas: Nick shared this selfie on Instagram as the couple expressed their excitement about traveling to Japan

Nick's wife Lauren, whom he wed in a beachfront ceremony in Santa Barbara, California, in 2014, is clearly a huge support to him and has accompanied him to Japan despite being about seven months pregnant.

The mom-to-be, who's 32, opted to travel in a black catsuit that looked like a really comfortable option for the long flight. She added a pair of funky ankle boots and a large camel-colored coat.

The pretty brunette, who's believed to be about seven months along, wore her glossy shoulder-length hair loose and kept her sunglasses on. 

Nick and Lauren learned they are having a boy after the sex of the baby was revealed on November 2 during an episode of Dancing With The Star, in which Nick ultimately placed second.

In his element: The singer clearly enjoyed being the center of attention

In his element: The singer clearly enjoyed being the center of attention

Ready to work: Nick will be performing and holding fan meet-and-greets during his stay in Japan

Ready to work: Nick will be performing and holding fan meet-and-greets during his stay in Japan

Boy band: The star found fame as a member of Backstreet Boys, pictured here in 1998

Boy band: The star found fame as a member of Backstreet Boys, pictured here in 1998

 

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