HKT48’s Yabuki Nako announced she is graduating

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HKT48 member Yabuki Nako (21) announced that she is graduating from the group. The announcement was made at the 11th anniversary at Makuhari Messe in Chiba on October 16th.

“I, Nako Yabuki, will graduate from HKT48.I joined the group when I was in elementary school. There are many juniors that I can rely on, and I think we will continue to grow. I believe that everyone will be fine.”

Regarding the future, she commented, “While working as an idol for nine years, I was able to find a new dream. That is to become an actress who can reach people. I realized that I like to do those things. It may be a long road, but I will do my best to make a name for myself as an actress”.

Yabuki Nako’s last activity and graduation concert is scheduled for next spring.

Yabuki said, “I want to make more and more memories with the members until I graduate. I want to make the most of the limited time I have. I will do my best as idol Yabuki Nako so that I can repay the love I received from my fans.”

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— 矢吹奈子 (@nako_yabuki_75) October 16, 2022

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