Singer-songwriter Miliyah Kato announced on the 9th through her official website that she is pregnant with her third child.

Kato wrote, "I pray that this year will be a wonderful one for all of you. I have been blessed with a child," and continued, "Since I am announcing this before reaching the stable period of my pregnancy, I am praying for the healthy growth of the baby. The expected delivery is around the end of summer."

She also shared, "As a result, I will unfortunately have to cancel my 20th anniversary Budokan concert scheduled for August 30, 2025. I am truly sorry to those who were looking forward to it." She apologized, adding, "I will do my best to reschedule the concert at a later date, so please kindly wait for that."

Kato reassured her fans, saying, "I will continue to work energetically until the time of delivery, and I will do my best to bring joy to my fans again this year. Thank you for your continued support." She closed with, "I am always saved by your presence. With love and gratitude."

Kato, born in 1988, began writing and composing at the age of 14, and participated in albums by Reggae Disco Rockers and Dohnji-T before her debut. She made her major debut in 2004 with the single "Never let go / Yozora." She gained attention as the "charisma of high school girls" and released many hit songs. Her collaborative singles with Shota Shimizu, "Love Forever" and "FOREVER LOVE," also generated significant attention. 

In her personal life, she announced her marriage and pregnancy with her first child in April of 2019, and reported the birth of her first son in June of that year. In December of 2020, she revealed she was expecting her second child, and in October of 2021, she shared a family photo that included her second child. 

Congratulations!