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AKB48 “Kuchibiru ni Be My Baby” MV Released

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Takahashi Minami Kuchibiru Be My Baby

The MV for Takahashi Minami’s last single with AKB48 titled Kuchibiru ni Be My Baby has been released.

Since this is her last MV it seems like they did their best to capture her image perfectly and thankfully it seems like all the members did an amazing job to ensure for an epic video with her in the middle in an amazing costume.

The theme is quite fun since it features a note being written for Minami in a school setting, which of course is a bit normal for the group, but the addition of fun photos with each of the members makes for an amazing video.

It’s just a preview so there’s not that much to see in terms of story, but it’s a perfect preview of what’s to come, check it out after the break!

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Takahashi Minami Graduation Concert Date Announced

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Takahashi Minami Concert

Takahashi Minami’s final concert date has been revealed to be in March 2016.

The announcement was made at the final AKB48 handshake event for her, where it was also revealed that there will be a final AKB48 Theater performance after the final concert.

While it is sad to see that she will be leaving the group, it’s nice to see that we will be indeed enjoying a bit more from her despite the impending graduation.

Fans are sure to be on the lookout for tickets since it seems like this last performance will indeed be among the most impressive in the history of the group!

The final concerts will take place on March 26-27, and the final Theater performance is set for March 28.

AKB48’s 42nd Single Titled “Kuchibiru ni Be My Baby”

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It was announced during a handshake event in Hokkaido that the title for AKB48’s 42nd single will be Kuchibiru ni Be My Baby.

Alongside the release, there will be a special set list made by Takahashi at the AKB48 Theater, but there is no current info about that at the moment. Still, it’s a relief to find out more info about this single since it is one of the most important due to it being the last for Minami.

From the title alone it seems like we might be getting a ballad or a traditional idol song so it will be nice to find out what it sounds like. Of course, we should be getting a preview anytime soon since the release is around a month away.

The release date is set for December 9, so make sure to get that copy pre-ordered!

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Details For Takahashi Minami’s Last Single With AKB48 Released

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Takahashi Minami

Details for AKB48’s 42nd single, currently untitled, have been released.

The details were released during the handshake event on October 25.

As expected, Takahashi Minami will be the center for the single, here is a comment from her translated by Tokyo Girl Update:

I have been assigned center position for my final AKB48 single.
The last time I stood center by myself was Sakura no Hanabiratachi, released when we were still on an independent label.
The single will be a definitive idol song in AKB48 style.
I am really happy that my final single here is an idol song.
Since it is not a song where I leave graduation messages for everyone, I sincerely hope it will be performed by many members and loved by all the fans even after I graduate.

It’s certainly nice to see more details about this release so we can begin to get ready for it. Unfortunately, it was only a handful. That means that our tracklist consists of nothing but TBD titles alongside one B-side title.

We will hopefully find out more in the coming month with some previews to look forward to.The single will be released on December 9, the day after AKB48 will be celebrating their 10th year anniversary. More details, such as the tracklist, are available after the break!

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Source: Tokyo Girls Update

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Matsui Jurina Leaves AKB48, To Remain In SKE48

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Matsui Jurina

Matsui Jurina has announced that she will be leaving her current position in AKB48 to continue only in SKE48.

She made the announcement during the broadcast of AKB48 All Night Nippon ~Konya, Matsui Jurina ga Namahousou de Juudia Happyou SP~ with Akimoto being present.

According to Matsui Jurina, she wanted SKE48 to lead the other groups and surpass them, but since she was in both groups it was a bit of a conflict. With the graduation of Rena, she decided to commit herself to SKE48 only.

I can imagine how hard it must be to be in two groups that while being in the same company are competing against each other in some sense so her decision seems natural. Of course, some might be upset but to me this is definitely the best choice so she’s happy with her performances and can perform at her best.

So far, we don’t have any set date for her graduation from AKB48. We should find out soon, until then please continue supporting Matsui Jurina in SKE48!

Source: Natalie.mu

AKB48’s Wakana Natori Announces Graduation

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Wakana Natori

AKB48’s Wakana Natori announced that she will be graduating from the group.

This was announced at their recent event at the AKB48 Theater. According to her, she stated that she has decided to expand her horizon and experience new things after being an idol.

Members leaving the group are a common occurrence, but that doesn’t make it any less sad since it means fans will no longer get to see them perform. From what she mentioned it makes sense that she decided to leave, especially since most girls who join idol groups find it’s not exactly what they want.

Best of luck Wakana Natori!

The graduation date hasn’t been announced, but it should be announced soon.

AKB48’s Minami Minegishi To Star In “Joshikou”

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Minegishi Minami Joshikou

AKB48’s Minami Minegishi will star in the murder mystery film titled Joshikou.

The story involves a group of 6 women holding a high school reunion in a high school that has been closed for 7 years. It slowly becomes more mysterious with the death of someone in the classroom. Amidst the tension, they receive a text from a girl, Natsumi Shirakawa who died 7 years ago.

It seems like an interesting movie so fans who love a good scare are encouraged to check out the movie when it releases on Spring 2016.

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AKB48 To Perform In The Philippines

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AKB48 Team 8

AKB48 have announced that they will be performing in Manila, Philippines.

Team 8 will be a special guest at the Cool Japan Festival, marking the first performance for the group in the country.

A sister group was announced to be forming in Manila by Yasushi Akimoto named MNL48, so it’s not surprising to see that they are pushing to promote the group and get everyone familiar with their music before the group’s theater is built in 2017.

Of course, the main news of AKB48 performing in the Philippines is the most exciting since fans of the area can enjoy some songs without having to go to Japan.

More information will be revealed soon, but so far it seems like an amazing time to be an AKB48 fan!

The event will take place in November.

Source: JpopAsia

AKB48 Announce 42nd Single, Last Single For Takahashi Minami

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AKB48 have announced their 42nd single.

This will be the last single to feature Takahashi Minami, who will be graduating on the 10 year anniversary of the group a day before the release of the single.

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New singles are perfect since it means more content for fans and hot off the heels of their recent release Halloween Night we get a new release that is sure to please everyone. No other details are known apart from the date so we don’t have much to go off on.

As for this being Takahashi’s last single with the group, this is a sad occasion since she has been with the group since it first started and has become a regular face in releases. Personally, she was my favorite from the group so it will be a bit sad to see her leave but this single is the perfect opportunity for her to show off her vocal skills one more time as part of AKB48.

The release date is set for December 9, with Minami graduating on December 8.