Nogizaka46 member Mukai Hasuki announced that she will be graduating

On the 1st, Nogizaka46 member Mukai Hazuki (25) updated the group’s blog that she will graduate from the group and retire from the entertainment industry by the end of the year.

Mukai wrote, “Good evening. I’m Mukai Hazuki. I have an important announcement to make to everyone who always supports me. As I announced on the radio show I’m in charge of, I will be graduating from Nogizaka46 on December 31, 2024. I will not be participating in the 37th single. After graduating, I will also retire from the entertainment industry”.

She continued, “It was a very big decision for me. It’s been more than eight years since I joined Nogizaka, but as I’ve gotten older, I’ve become more and more troubled during activities because I’m not flexible with change. Even in those times, I’ve had fun with the members and faced myself, and I’ve come to love the idea of ​​myself standing on stage one day, and I’ve realized that I can be positive about my future self after graduating from Nogizaka, so I decided to graduate.” She continued, “The past eight years of walking my own path are filled with memories I will never forget. Thanks to all the members, I was able to find a place I love. Thanks to all the fans, I was able to see many beautiful sights. I am full of gratitude to everyone who supported me as a member of Nogizaka46. Thank you very much”.

She concluded by saying, “There are two months left until graduation. I want to use this time to give back to the people I love, the love I have received so far. I will cherish it until the end so that I don’t feel lonely! Thank you very much. I love you all”.