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Sakamoto Erena Announces Graduation from HKT48
HKT48 Team KIV member Sakamoto Erena announced her graduation during a performance today.
Her final activities with the group are scheduled for 27 April 2025.
This decision, as she revealed, was not taken lightly, as she has been considering it for months.
Erena expressed her gratitude to fans for their unwavering support over the years, sharing her hope to make her remaining time with HKT48 meaningful.
Known for her journey from joining as a Kenkyuusei in 2013 to her current role in Team KIV, Eretan's departure marks the end of a significant chapter.
Graduations are a common occurrence in the 48 Group world, often reflecting members’ aspirations for new challenges or decisions to retire from the entertainment industry.
Fans are curious about the possibility of a graduation concert, though such events are typically reserved for prominent senior members.
Erena Sakamoto has left an indelible mark, participating in singles like Kiss wa Matsushikanai no Deshouka? and Kimi to Doko ka e Ikitai.
Despite never ranking highly in AKB48’s Senbatsu Elections, her dedication and charm have won the hearts of many.
As fans reflect on cherished memories, they eagerly await her final performances, ready to send her off with the utmost support.