AKB48 Team 8 Okinawa representative Miyazaki Rira will be taking a hiatus from October 1.�

Team 8's official website explained that Miyazaki will be taking a hiatus in order to focus on her school work. It states, "During her hiatus, she will be taking a break from her private mail, various SNS accounts, and handshake events." On her return, they said, "We will make the announcement when the prospects look brighter."

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