SKE48 has announced that they will be releasing their new single (currently untitled) on May 16th!

This was announced on March 26th during the group's performance, "Seifuku no Me", at SKE48 Theater in Aichi. After making this announcement, member Yagami Kumi commented, "We don't know what this song will be like, but it's a surprise every time, so please look forward to our new song."

This day also marked member Ono Haruka's graduation ceremony. After singing their final song, "Tegami no Koto", Team KII's Sato Mieko and Sato Seira appeared on stage along with�Team S'�Hiramatsu Kanako and Matsui Rena. Together, they sang their first original stage song, "Te wo Tsunaginagara", in tears.

Before leaving the stage, Ono expressed, "There were many hardships, but I can only think of the fun memories and feelings of gratitude. We are here today because of the fans. Please continue to support me."

Stay tuned for more details on SKE48's upcoming single! In the meantime, check out pictures from Ono's graduation performance below!

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Source & Photos: natalie