On October 25, it was reported that dance & vocal unit Happiness performer MIMU (16) would be withdrawing from the group to concentrate on her studies.

The following announcement was posted onto the group's official website: "Regarding�MIMU, who had put a halt to her activities as a member of Happiness. It's been decided that she will officially withdraw from the group to concentrate on her studies." It further stated, "We reached this conclusion after discussions with MIMU herself, the members of Happiness, and the staff."

The next morning, member MIYUU commented on the group's blog, "From now on, MIMU will work hard toward her dreams, and we will work towards ours. Happiness will do our best to deliver happiness and smiles to everybody. Please continue to support both Happiness and MIMU."

Source & Image: Oricon