Kira Masumoto Announces Graduation From Sakurazaka46: This is a Scary Decision

Kapanlagi.com - Sakurazaka46 member, Kira Masumoto, officially announced that she will graduate from the group after the activities for their 15th single, "Lonesome rabbit / What's 'KAZOKU'?," which is scheduled to be released on June 10. The news immediately shocked many fans who have followed her journey since the early days of the second generation.

Masumoto conveyed the announcement through her personal blog while expressing her gratitude to the fans and fellow group members. She stated that Sakurazaka46 has been a very important and comfortable place for her over the years of being an idol.

Although she admitted feeling scared to leave the group, Masumoto said that this decision has been carefully considered for a long time.
So what does Kira Masumoto's farewell message to the fans contain?

1. Graduation Decision of Kira Matsumoto

Kira Matsumoto admitted to being scared to leave Sakurazaka46 (credit: sakurazaka46.com)

Kira Matsumoto expressed that leaving Sakurazaka46 was not an easy decision for her. In her personal blog, she admitted to feeling scared to leave a place that has become an important part of her life. She also mentioned that the moment felt very emotional for her.

She also stated that she loves Sakurazaka46 very much and feels that the group is a place where she has truly been comfortable for years as an idol. Many fans were also touched after reading her honest message.

2. The Decision Has Been Thought About for a Long Time

Masumoto said that her decision has been well thought out (credit: sakurazaka46.com)

In her message, Kira Matsumoto emphasized that the decision to graduate was not an impulsive one. She stated that she had been thinking about it for a very long time before finally making the final decision. Therefore, she hopes that fans can understand her choice.

Matsumoto also asked fans to continue supporting her choice, and many fans immediately flooded social media with messages of support for her. The warm reactions from fans were also immediately visible after the announcement was released.

3. Kira Masumoto's Journey in Sakurazaka46

Kira Masumoto has been active since the Keyakizaka46 era (credit: sakurazaka46.com)

Kira Masumoto started her journey as a Sakamichi trainee in 2019 before finally joining Keyakizaka46 in 2020 as a second-generation member. The group later changed its name to Sakurazaka46 and began their new era.

During her activities, Masumoto is known for her warm personality and close interactions with fans. Her graduation now marks the end of nearly six years with the Sakamichi Series family and leaves many memories for the fans.

(kpl/afd)