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Nogizaka46's Tamami Sakaguchi announces graduation on personal blog⊿Nogizaka46
member Tamami Sakaguchi, 22, announced her graduation from the group on her personal blog
updated on the 22nd. Citing her last year's 33rd single under live performance as the reason for
her decision, Sakaguchi expressed, I felt like I had done everything I could, and there was nothing
more to do. Known as Nogizaka's Tamakin, Sakaguchi joined as a 3rd generation member in 2016,
gradually moving from an under-membered selected member in 2019. She plans to graduate after the
activities for the 35th single Chansu wa Byadu. Additionally, a photobook titled Aoibara will be
released in commemoration of her graduation. After updating her blog, Sakaguchi also posted
on her Instagram revealing the covers of her first and last photobook Aoibara. Fans expressed
their sadness over her departure, with many posting messages like she was a wonderful idol,
it's still sad even though I understand, and I hope there won't be a rush of 3rd generation
graduations. Nogizaka46's Tamami Sakaguchi announces graduation plans. Nogizaka46 member
Tamami Sakaguchi, 22, announced on her blog on the 22nd that she will be graduating from the group.
She expressed her determination, stating, I will graduate from Nogizaka46 after the activities for
the current single. The official site also revealed that she plans to graduate around July 2024 after
the 35th single activities. Reflecting on her 8 years in the group as a 3rd generation member,
Sakaguchi expressed mixed emotions but found happiness in the warm and comfortable place.
Following the graduation of her batchmate Mizuki Yamashita last year, the 3rd generation members
are set to leave as well. Despite facing challenges like hearing impairment last year,
she decided to release her first photobook in June before her graduation. With the departure of 1st
and 2nd generation members, Sakaguchi and her 3rd gen peers have become the senior members.
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She confessed that she had moments of doubt and thoughts of giving up, but the support of her
peers, juniors, and understanding staff motivated her to continue leading the group. The determination
to graduate was sparked during an under-live performance of the 33rd single, where she felt
a sense of accomplishment and realized it was time for her to move on. Looking ahead, she shared her
plans to explore new dreams, take time for self-reflection, and pursue new goals and aspirations
from the age of 22. Nogizaka 46's 3rd generation member Tomomi Sakaguchi Announces Graduation
Tomomi Sakaguchi, a 3rd generation member of the idol group Nogizaka 46, announced her graduation
from the group on her official blog. Following Momoko Oozono and Mizuki Yamashita, she will be
the 3rd member of the 3rd generation to graduate, with her graduation set for July. Sakaguchi
shared that her decision was influenced by an under-live performance for the group's 33rd
single, where she felt an overwhelming sense of achievement and decided she had accomplished
everything she wanted with the group. She expressed her desire to cherish the remaining
two months with Nogizaka 46 members, staff, and fans before her departure.
Here we have the top news regarding Nogizaka 46 for today.We'll cover other news towards the end
of the program. Next, here is today's May 23 schedule regarding Nogizaka 46.
Next is radio information. Haruka Akaki will appear on Tokyo FM School of Lock, Artist Locks,
Nogizaka Locks, from 10pm to 11.55pm. Next is radio information.
Hizuki Mukai will appear on BAEF Nogizaka 46
Hizuki Mukai no Mukai Ukoko de Machiawase, from 12.30am next day to 12.54am next day.
Next is TV information. There will be an appearance on TV Asahi Group What's So
Wrong With The Zetoi? Rika Sato, from 12.45am next day to 1.20am next day.
Next is books information. Saya Kanagawa will appear in Up to Boy.
That wraps up our report on the group and individual endeavors of Nogizaka 46.
Stay tuned for more updates in the future.
Next up, we have some announcements from Nogizaka 46.
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Notice regarding Tamami Sakaguchi's graduation. In a surprising announcement,
Tamami Sakaguchi revealed in her blog that she will be graduating from Nogizaka 46.
Her final appearance will be in the 35th single,
Chanswa by Auto, with the official graduation set for July 2024.
Stay tuned for updates on the exact date.
Let's all show our support for Tamami and Nogizaka 46 during this transition.
That concludes the announcements from Nogizaka 46.
Please be aware that this segment utilizes AI in part.
While titles are as announced, content may contain inaccuracies.
Next up, we will bring you the blog information that the members posted yesterday.
Two members posted blogs yesterday.
This concludes our update on the blogs posted yesterday.
Be sure to check them out on the official website.
Moving on to our next segment, we'll bring you other news stories.
Nogizaka 46 member Tamami Sakaguchi, 22, announced her graduation from the idol group
on her official blog on the 22nd. Sakaguchi stated,
I want to inform everyone that I will be graduating from Nogizaka 46 after the activities
for the current single. She revealed that the decision to graduate came after experiencing
a sense of accomplishment during the under-live performance of the group's 33rd single.
Sakaguchi, who joined the group as a third-generation member at the age of 14 in 2016,
was part of the selected members and the group's latest 35th single Chances Are Equal.
She plans to graduate around July, coinciding with the promotional activities for the latest single.
Nogizaka 46's Tamami Sakaguchi did graduate in July 2024.
Popular idol group Nogizaka 46 member Tamami Sakaguchi is set to graduate in July 2024,
as announced on the official website. In a heartfelt blog post, Sakaguchi expressed
her gratitude for the eight years she spent with the group, citing a recent concert as
the turning point that led her to the decision to graduate. Despite facing challenges and moments
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of doubt, the support of fellow members, juniors, and staff kept her going. Sakaguchi acknowledged
the difficulty in leaving a group she loves but ultimately felt a sense of fulfillment and
readiness to move on. After 10 years of dedication to being an idol, she reflected on the unique
experiences and connections she gained through Nogizaka 46, emphasizing the irreplaceable place
it holds in her heart. Here we have the top news regarding Nogizaka 46 for today.
Next, here is tomorrow's May 24 schedule regarding Nogizaka 46.
Tomorrow's Miku Akinose's birthday. Congratulations. Wishing you another wonderful year ahead.
Next is TV information. Satsuki Sugawara will appear on TBS television group Love It!
from 8am to 9.55am. Next is radio information.
Teresa Ikeda will appear on J-Wave Innovation World, front row students, from 8pm to 10pm.
Next is radio information. Rei Saimiya, Miu Matsuo will appear on Tokyo FM belt presence
Nogizaka 46 no Nogizaka ni Sudanda from 8.30pm to 8.55pm. Next is radio information.
Nao Yumiki will appear on FM Fujii Chimoku no Kinyubi from 9pm to 11pm.
Next is TV information. Mao Aoki and Naota Misato, commentary appearance,
will appear on Nippon Television's Yoru Baguette Have a Good Time with Baguette
from 1.59am next day to 2.44am next day.
That wraps up our report on the group and individual endeavors of Nogizaka 46.
Stay tuned for more updates in the future. Next up is the Nogipedia corner. In this segment,
we will introduce one theme related to Nogizaka every day. The content includes many inaccuracies
since it is generated by AI. Please enjoy it as an entertainment.
Haruka Kaki, born on August 8, 2001, in Osaka Prefecture, Japan, and hailing from Tachigi
Prefecture, is a talented idol who shines brightly as a member of the popular girl group Nogizaka 46.
Standing at a height of 166cm and with Taipei blood, Haruka Kaki has charmed fans with her
unique aura and dedication since her debut in the entertainment industry.
Her journey began in 2018, when she felt a strong desire for a change in her everyday life.
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This led her to audition for the Sakumichi Joint Audition on August 19 of the same year,
a decision that marked the start of an exciting chapter as she successfully joined Nogizaka 46
in November and got unveiled as a fourth-generation member in December during a showcase at Nippon
Budokan. Haruka Kaki's career took a significant leap forward in 2019 when she got selected for the
first time to be in the forefront row of the 24th single Yoakumetsu Yogurnakutame. Then, in 2020,
she captivated the audience by taking the center position in the fourth-generation song I See.
From Nogizaka 46's 25th single Shiawase no Hagasyoku. Following that, in April 2021,
she became a Thursday regular on the artist LOCK's segment within the radio program School of LOCK.
This same year, she honored the group by being the center for the title track of their 28th single,
Kimi ni Shikarereta, making her the 13th member to achieve this role with the song Shiawase no
Hagasyoku. In 2022 saw the release of Haruka Kaki's first solo photobook Misara on June 7,
marking a memorable milestone as the first photobook from a fourth-generation member.
When it was released, it achieved a remarkable initial print run of 160,000 copies,
setting a new record for the publisher. Later that year, she returned as the center for the
single Tsukide Iwa Rock Days, proving her consistent growth and popularity among fans.
Aside from her idol activities, Haruka Kaki has also showcased her acting skills in television
dramas like Yanma Dusara's Mystery Tales and first as Rock Paper Scissors, participated in variety
shows, and even performed the first pitch at a baseball game between the Tokyo Yakult Swallows
and the Hiroshima Toyo Carp in 2023. Furthermore, her talents extend to drawing, a hobby she
passionately pursues, occasionally sharing her illustrations on her blog and various media
platforms. She once revealed that if she hadn't made it as an idol, she would have pursued a
career in art. Widely admired by fans for her diverse talents, kindness, and dedication,
Haruka Kaki continues to inspire with her performances in Nogizaka 46. Whether it's
through her singing, acting, or art, there's no limit to what this exceptional idol can achieve.
Lastly, we have an announcement. The 35th single Chansuwa Byodo has been released at April
10th. This is the final single for Mizuki Yamashita. Don't forget to get yours. For more
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