Umeda Erika To Graduate From °C-ute

Following an announcement via Hello! Project's official website on August 1st, °C-ute member Umeda Erika will graduate from the group following her performance on October 25th at the NHK Osaka Hall. The announcement also stated that Umeda is hoping to pursue a career as a fashion model. This statement comes shortly after details regarding fellow member Arihana Kanna's departure from °C-ute and Hello! Project asks for fans to continue in their support of the group.