STU48 member Takino Yumiko has announced her graduation from the group. 

This was announced on July 29 on the first day of 'STU48 Nationwide Tour 2023' at AiiA 2.5 Theater Kobe. Her last day of activities as well as her graduation date will be announced at a later date.

Takino made her debut as STU48's first generation member in 2017. She has been the center of many of the group's singles including "Setouchi no Koe," "Kurayami," and "Kaze wo Matsu."