Nogizaka46 member Riria Ito has announced that she will graduate from the group following activities for their 43rd single, "Kimi Loss," scheduled for release on December 2.

Ito shared the news in a blog post on October 17 titled "Suki Datta Kono Basho" (The Place I Loved). She described Nogizaka46 as a warm and welcoming place that she had never wanted to leave.

However, after watching senior members, fellow members, and juniors graduate over the years, Ito explained that she began wanting to experience Nogizaka46 from the outside as a fan.

She expressed, "Even if I were born again, I would want to become a member of Nogizaka46 and meet everyone all over again. That's how irreplaceable these encounters are to me."

Following her graduation, Ito plans to continue her entertainment career, focusing primarily on acting while exploring other opportunities. Her graduation is expected to take place before the end of 2026, with the exact date to be announced later.

Ito joined Nogizaka46 as a third-generation member in 2016 and has also appeared in stage productions and musicals. Following her departure, Renka Iwamoto will be the group's only remaining third-generation member.