Aye, it’s the end of the road for Nakamura Reno in Nogizaka46. The 3rd-gen lass has taken to her blog to share the news—she’s packin’ it in.
Video: Nakamura Reno Says Goodbye to Nogizaka46 (Live Stream)
After nearly a decade in the game, she’s made up her mind to move on.
Reno’s been part of some braw tunes like Ohitorisama Tengoku and Chance wa Byoudou, and she’s always been smitten wi’ the thrill of the stage.
But times change, and so do people. She admitted she’s been feeling different aboot her place in the group, especially since the seniors she once looked up to have all scarpered.
She fought the guid fight for over a year, but deep doon, she kent it wis time to step back.
Now, she fancies watching Nogizaka46 grow from the sidelines as a fan instead of being in the thick o’ it.
Reno also made it clear—she’ll no’ be takin’ part in the group’s 38th single, Navel Orange, droppin’ Wednesday, 26 March 2025.
As for when she’s officially bowin’ out, that’s still up in the air. They’ll let us ken when the date’s set.
Aye, it’s a tough one for fans, but let’s gie Reno a proper send-off. Thanks for the memories, lass. Wishing her aw the best for whatever’s next!