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Former HKT48’s Tomu Mutō announces end of contract with agency seju

Former HKT48 member Tomu Mutō announced the end of her contract with talent agency seju, closing a chapter that began after her departure from the idol group. Tomu Mutō announces departure from seju Mutō shared the news with…

Former HKT48's Tomu Mutō announces end of contract with agency seju

Former HKT48 member Tomu Mutō announced the end of her contract with talent agency seju, closing a chapter that began after her departure from the idol group.

Tomu Mutō announces departure from seju

Mutō shared the news with her followers through a public statement on X on November 1. She explained that her contract with seju expired at the end of October. During her time with the firm, she expanded her portfolio beyond her idol roots into modeling, gravure work, and stage acting. Agency roster mate Kasumi Mori also operates under the same management.

In her statement, Mutō expressed appreciation for the staff members who guided her transition into a new working environment following her graduation from HKT48. She noted that the people she met and the experiences she gained over the past year serve as important assets for her future.

Gratitude to Supporters and Future Plans

The entertainer directed specific thanks toward her fan base, acknowledging those who continued to attend events and send encouraging messages across social media despite the shifts in her career. She stated that her current standing is a direct result of that sustained backing.

Regarding her next career steps, Mutō indicated that she will announce her upcoming plans at a later date. She asked her supporters to continue watching her journey as she moves forward independently.

When did Tomu Mutō leave seju?

When did Tomu Mutō leave seju?

Her contract expired at the end of October, and she publicly announced the conclusion of her activities with the agency on November 1.

When did she join HKT48?

She originally joined the idol group as a fourth-generation member in 2016 before graduating in October 2023.

What types of work did she pursue after leaving HKT48?

Under seju, she worked broadly across television and media entertainment, gravure modeling, and theatrical stage productions.

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