AKB48 Group (AKB48グループ?) is the general term used to address AKB48 and its sister groups as a collective. Their "official rival" group, Nogizaka46, is sometimes considered to be in the AKB48 Group. However, it is not an official part, with the exception of Ikoma Rina (who had a concurrent status in AKB48). As of June 2019, AKB48 Group has thirteen groups under its name, with 6 based in Japan and 7 based in other countries across Asia. AKB48 Group also has a General Manager (Soukantoku, 総監督), which acts like the leader of the entire group. The current General Manager is Kuranoo Narumi, who has assumed the title since March 17, 2024.
| Group | Logo | Formation Date | Location | Group Color |
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| AKB48 | 
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2005.12.08 | Akihabara, Tokyo | Pink |
| SKE48 | 
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2008.07.30 | Sakae, Nagoya | Orange |
| NMB48 | 
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2010.10.09 | Namba, Osaka | Leopard Pattern |
| HKT48 | 
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2011.05.01 | Hakata, Fukuoka | Black |
| NGT48 | 
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2015.01.25 | Niigata, Niigata | Cherry Red and White |
| STU48 | 
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2015.01.25 | Setouchi Region, Japan | Blue and White |
| JKT48 | 
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2011.09.11 | Jakarta, Indonesia | Dark Red |
| BNK48 | 
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2017.02.12 | Bangkok, Thailand | Orchid |
| MNL48 | 
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2018.04.28 | Manila, Philippines | Blue |
| AKB48 Team SH | 
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2018.07.24 | Shanghai, China | Pink and White |
| AKB48 Team TP | 
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2018.08.25 | Taipei, Taiwan | Gradation Orange and Yellow |
| CGM48 | 
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2019.06.10 | Chiang Mai, Thailand | Tradewind |
| KLP48 | 
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2024.07.17 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Green |
AKB48
AKB48 currently has 52 members in three teams : Regular Members, Team Kagai, Kenkyuusei. The Group Captain is Kuranoo Narumi. They are based in Akibahara, Tokyo.
Regular Member
AKB48 Regular Members currently has 38 members. They were formed on October 17, 2023. They have five member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Kashiwagi Yuki, Iwatate Saho, Murayama Yuiri, komiyama Haruka, Fukuoka Seina, Mukaichi Mion, Okabe Rin, Oguri Yui, Oda Erina, Kuranoo Narumi, Shitao Miu, Takahashi Ayane, Nagano Serika, Hashimoto Haruna, Taniguchi Megu, Chiba Erii, Sato Minami, Suzuki Kurumi, Taguchi Manaka, Nagatomo Ayami, Muto Orin, Yamauchi Mizuki, Omori Maho, Tokunaga Remi, Sakagawa Hiyuka, Ota Yuki, Kohama Kokone, Sato Airi, Hashimoto Eriko, Hatakeyama Nozomi, Hirata Yuki, Hotei Moka, Masai Mayuu, Mizushima Miyuu, Yamazaki Sora
Team Kagai
AKB48 Team Kagai Member Currently have 5 members (One In CGM48, Four in KLP48).
- Team Members:
Gyoten Yurina, Izuta Rina, Kurosu Haruka, Kai Kokoa, Yamane Suzuha
AKB48 Kenkyuusei
AKB48 Kenkyuusei are trainee idols from AKB48. They fill in for absent members in the theater and are promoted to official members of AKB48 to replace graduated members. They currently have 13 kenkyuuseis.
- Team Members:
Akiyama Yuna, Arai Sae, Kudo Kasumi, Kubo Hinano, Sako Yumemi, Narita Kohina, Yagi Azuki, Yamaguchi Yui, Ito Momoka, Okumoto Kairi, Kawamura Yui, Shiratori Sari, Hanada Mei
SKE48
SKE48 currently has 50 members in three teams: Team S, Team KII and Team E. They also have 9 Kenkyuusei. The group Captain is Matsumoto Chikako. They are based in Sakae in Chiba Prefecture. They currently have two members pending graduation.
Team S
Team S currently has 13 members. They were formed on July 30, 2008. Their team color is Orange. Their Team Leader is Matsumoto Chikako, and their Team Co-Leader is Kamimura Ayuka. They have one member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Aoumi Hinano, Akahori Kimie, Arano Himeka, Ishiguro Yuzuki, Inoue Ruka, Kamimura Ayuka, Kitagawa Yoshino, Kito Mikuru, Sakamoto Marin, Nakasaka Miyu, Nakamura Izumi, Matsumoto Chikako
Team KII
Team KII currently has 14 members. They were formed on May 25, 2009. Their team color is Red. Their Team Leader is Ota Ayaka, and their Team Co-Leader is Aoki Shiori. They have one member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Aoki Shiori, Aoki Rika, Arai Yuki, Ito Miki, Iriuchijima Sayaka, Ota Ayaka, Okamoto Ayaka, Kawashima Miharu, Kitano Ruka, Suzuki Ena, Nakano Airi, Nishii Mio, Fujimoto Fuyuka, Mizuno Airi
Team E
Team E currently has 18 members. They were formed on December 6, 2010. Their team color is Light Sea Green. Their Team Leader is Suda Akari, and their Team Co-Leader is Fukushi Nao. They have no members pending graduation.
- Team Members: Aikawa Honoka, Asai Yuka, Ikeda Kaede, Ida Reona, Kamata Natsuki, Kumazaki Haruka, Kurashima Ami, Saito Makiko, Sato Kaho, Sawada Kanon, Suenaga Oka, Sugawara Maya, Suzuki Kokona, Takahata Yuki, Tani Marika, Hayashi Mirei, Fukushi Nao
SKE48 Kenkyuusei
SKE48 has 17 Kenkyuusei (Research Students, 研究生).
- Kenkyuusei: Omura Anzu, Shinohara Kyoka, Sugimoto Riina, Hara Yune, Morimoto Kurumi, Yamamura Sakura, Ito Kokomi, Okuno Kokoha, Kakimoto Rena, Kato Satsuki, Kawamura Yua, Kuramoto Hana, Suzuki Sara, Takamura Saya, Hasegawa Miyabi, Matsukawa Miyu, Minamisawa Coco
NMB48
NMB48 has 48 members in one group. They have three teams, Team N, Team M and Team BII. They also have 10 Kenkyuusei. They are based in Namba in Osaka Prefecture.
Team N
NMB48 Team N currently has 13 members. They were formed on March 11, 2011. Their group color is Team N. The current team captain is Hirayama Mai, and the co-captain is Tanaka Yukino.
- Team Members: Aobara Yuka, Ishida Yuumi, Izumi Ayano, Kojima Karin, Satsuki Aika, Tanaka Yukino, Nihei Manami, Fukuno Ami, Matsuoka Sakura, Matsumoto Mihina, Kameno Zion, Kawakami Chihiro, Hirayama Mai
Team M
NMB48 Team M currently has 11 members. They were formed on January 26, 2012. Their group color is Team M. The current team captain is Sumino Wakana, and the co-captain is Manabe Anju. One member have annouced graduation.
- Team Members: Ike Honoka, Uno Mizuki, Jonishi Rei, Sumino Wakana, Haga Rei, Hayakawa Yuna, Hara Karen, Matsuno Mio, Manabe Anju, Yamamoto Mikana, Wada Miyu
Team BII
NMB48 Team BII Currently have 14 members, and one has annouced graduation. Their team color is Team BII
- Team Members: Aobara Waka, Abe Wakana, Kuroshima Sakura, Sakashita Mako, Sakata Misaki, Sakamoto Risa, Sakurada Ayaka, Shiotsuki Keito, Shinzawa Nao, Tatsumoto Yayoi, Deguchi Yuina, Mizuta Shiori, Yoshino Misaki, Yamamoto Hikaru
Kenkyuusei
NMB48 Kenkyuusei has 13 Members.
- Kenkyuusei: Ikeda Tenna, Itagaki Koyori, Kinugasa Ayami, Sakamoto Reio, Shibutani Sayuki, Tanaka Misora, Nishi Yuma, Nishijima Rio, Nishida Honoka, Funahashi Reina, Furukawa Yukino, Miyamoto Ami, Yoshimi Ayane
HKT48
HKT48 has three teams: Team H, Team KIV and Team TII. They also have 8 Kenkyuusei. They are based in Hakata in Fukuoka Prefecture. They have three members pending graduation.
Team H
Team H currently has 16 members. They were formed on March 4, 2012. Their team color is Sulu Green. The current team captain is Toyonaga Aki. They have one member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Aramaki Misaki, Ichimura Airi, Ishibashi Ibuki , Ito Yueru, Kawahira Hijiri, Kurihara Sae, Sakai Moeka, Sakamoto Rino, Toyonaga Aki, Fuchigami Mai, Mogami Nanaka, Yamauchi Yuna, Yanase Reia, Ikuno Rina, Kitagawa Hiiro, Shibui Mina
Team KIV
Team KIV currently has 15 members. They were formed on April 22, 2014. Their team color is Charlotte Blue. Their Team Leader is Matsuoka Hana. They have No member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Akiyoshi Yuka, Imamura Maria, Kuriyama Rina, Eguchi Kokoha, izawa Miyu, Sakamoto Erena, Takemoto Kurumi, Tanaka Iori, Jitoe Nene, Matsuoka Hana, Yamashita Emiri, Oba Risaki, Tachibana Kokoro, Fukui Karen, Morisaki Saaya
HKT48 Kenkyuusei
HKT48 has 6 Kenkyuusei (Research Students, 研究生).
- Kenkyuusei: Ishimatsu Yuina, Ihara Hanna, Ouchi Rinka, Fujino Kokoha, Matsumoto Urara, Yasui Hina
NGT48
NGT48 currently has 27 members in 2 Generations (1st Generation, 2nd Generation), and 1 Draft Generation (3rd Draft). They have two former teams, Team NIII and Team G, which were disbanded on April 24, 2019. Their group colors are Cherry Red and White. Their Group Captain is Kado Yuria. They are based in Niigata in Niigata Prefecture. They have two members pending graduation.
1st Generation
NGT48's 1st Generation currently has 4 members. They were formed on July 20, 2015. They have one members pending graduation.
- Members: Seiji Reina, Nara Miharu, Homma Hinata, Nishigata Marina
3rd Draft
NGT48's 3rd Draft currently has 2 active members. They were drafted into NGT48 on January 21, 2018. They have no members pending graduation.
- Members: Sato Kairi, Fujisaki Miyu
2nd Generation
NGT48's 2nd Generation currently has 6 members. They were formed on June 12, 2018. They have one member pending graduation.
- Members: Otsuka Nanami, Ogoe Haruka, Kawagoe Saaya, Sogabe Yume, Mashimo Kaho, Mimura Hino
Promoted Member
NGT48's Promoted Member currently has 3 member. They have no member pending Graduation
- Members: Kitamura Yuha, Suizu Natsuki, Sugimoto Moe
Kenkyuusei
NGT48's Kenkyuusei (NGT48 研究生; Research Students). Currently, they have 18 Kenkyuusei's.
3rd Generation
- Members: Isobe Rua, Kita Hanae, Kimoto Yuna, Suzuki Ririka, Minamikawa Haruka
4th Generation
- Members: Aso Juna, Isozaki Nana, Otake Koma, Okumura MomokaKimoto Anna, Sato Hiroka, Shinzawa Aoi, Sekinoyama Nagi, Takashima Yua, Nishikawa Haruna, Hara Ayumi, Matsuzaka Saho, Yoshihara Merii
STU48
STU48 currently has 37 members in 3 Generations (1st Generation, 2nd Generation) and one Draft Generation (3rd Draft). Their group colors are Blue and White. The Group Captain is Imamura Mitsuki, and the Group Co-Captain is Fukuda Akari. They are based in Japan's Setouchi Region. They have 3 members pending graduation.
1st Generation
STU48's 1st Generation currently has 9 members. They were announced on March 31, 2017. They have two members pending graduation.
- Members: Ishida Chiho, Ishida Minami, Iwata Hina, Kai Kokoa, Taniguchi Mahina, Hyodo Aoi, Fukuda Akari, Mineyoshi Arisa, Morishita Maiha
3rd Draft
STU48's 3rd Draft currently has 3 members. They were drafted into STU48 on January 21, 2018. They have no members pending graduation.
2nd Generation
STU48's 2nd Generation currently has 15 Members. They were formed on October 27, 2021. They have no member pending Graduation.
- Members: Ikeda Yura, Utsumi Rine, Osaki Serika, Kawamata Yuuna, Kudo Riko, Kojima Aiko, Sako Himeka, Shimizu Sara, Suzuki Ayaka, Takao Sayaka, Muneyuki Rika, Yoshida Sara, Rissen Momoka, Watanabe Natsuki, Harada Sayaka
Kenkyuusei
STU48's Kenkyuusei (Research Students (研究生)). They currently have 17 kenkyuusei's.
- Members: Okada Azumi, Okamura Rio, Kurushima Yuka, Morokuzu Noa, Arai Ria, Ishihara Yuuna, Ide Kanau, Iwasaki Kasumi, Okuda Yuina, Kajiwara Miu, Kabeshima Yuika, Kitazawa Ichigo, Sogawa Saki, Hasegawa Noa, Hamada Hibiki, Fujii Rie, Morisue Himena
JKT48
JKT48 currently has 59 member along with 12 Generation (1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th has no active member). They disband all teams in 2021 having all member to be Promoted member. Their color is red. Their Captain is Shani Indira Natio. They are from Jakarta, Indonesia. They currently have two member pending graduation.
Promoted Member
JKT48`s Promoted Members currently have 28 members. They were annouced on January 8, 2022. They have two member pending graduation.
- Members: Amanda Sukma, Angelina Christy, Azizi Asadel, Aurellia, Callista Alifia, Cornelia Vanisa, Febriola Sinambela, Feni Fitriyanti, Fiony Alveria, Flora Shafiq, Freya Jayawardana, Gabriella Abigail, Gita Sekar, Grace Octaviani, Greesella Adhalia, Helisma Putri, Indah Cahya, Indira Seruni, Jessica Chandra, Jesslyn Elly, Kathrina Irene, Lulu Salsabila, Marsha Lenathea, Mutiara Azzahra, Raisha Syifa, Reva Fidela, Shani Indira Natio, Shania Gracia
Trainee
JKT48`s Trainee currently has 28 member along with 11th and 12th Graduation. They were annouced on December 18, 2021 with 8 members.
- Members: Abigail Rachel, Adeline Wijaya, Aisa Maharani, Alya Amanda, Anindya Ramadhani, Aurhel Alana, Catherina Vallencia, Cathleen Nixie, Celline Thefani, Chelsea Davina, Cynthia Yaputera, Dena Natalia, Desy Natalia, Fritzy Rosmerian, Gendis Mayrannisa, Hillary Abigail, Jazzlyn Trisha, Jeane Victoria, Letycia Moreen, Michelle Alexandra, Nayla Suji, Nina Tutachia, Oline Manuel, Regina Wilian, Ribka Budiman, Shabilqis Naila, Victoria Kimberly
JKT48V
JKT48 Sub Unit JKT48V has 3 members. They are the first Virtual Sub Unit of AKB48 Group. They were Annouced on August 23, 2023.
- Members: Kanaia Asa, Pia Meraleo, Tana Nona
BNK48
BNK48 (in short for Bangkok48) is a Thai Idol Group and the 2nd international sister group of AKB48, after Indonesia's JKT48. The group has their own theater in The Mall Bangkapi, on Bangkok,Thailand. BNK48's logo features the orchid color (bright rich purple color) a popular flower in Thailand. Their Current Captain is Patalee Prasertteerachai. They have fourthteen member pending gradutation.
Team BIII
BNK48's Team BIII (ทีมบีทรี). Their team color is Pale Oyster. They currently have 13 members, although 5 have announced graduation.
- Members: Wachiraphon Phatthanaphanit, Nunthapak Kittirattanaviwat, Virunpat Thamrongpantavanich, Patalee Prasertteerachai, Nathanya Dulyapol, Rachaya Tupkunanon, Parita Rirermkul, Khawisara Singplod, Warinrat Yolprasong, Jidarpha Chamchooy, Phusita Watthanakronkeaw, Weeraya Zhang, Natthathida Asanani
Team NV
BNK48's Team NV (ทีมเอ็นไฟว์). Their team color is Cerise. They currently have 18 members, although 9 have announced graduation.
- Members: Napason Siripanee, Issaree Taweegulpanit, Natticha Chantaravareelekha, Nuttakul Pimtongchaikul, Chanikhan Busadee, Yanisa Muangkam, Manipa Roopanya, Chanyapuk Numprasop, Phattharanarin Mueanarit, Nippitcha Pipitdaecha, Pakwan Noijaiboon, Pitthayaporn Kiatthitinan, Sirikarn Shinnawatsuwan, Pinyada Jungkanjana, Ratah Chinkrajangkit, Sawitchaya Kajonrungsilp, Tarisa Preechatangkit, Nopparada Leartviriyaporn
Trainee
BNK48's Trainee are trainee idols from BNK48. The official trainee color is Indigo. They currently have 23 trainees.
- Members: Chanakarn Osatanuphap, Jirapinya Chantawannakul, Ornnitcha Phromsupa, Napapak Chokkunanuntakul, Kalnyarat Panphiphat]], Nuttayar Bavollatanasil, Nanthnapas Somwat, Sirikorn Nilkasap, Kotchapon Ponchokchai, Supitsara Jirivipakorn, Naththarinee Kusolphat, Nalliya Wipakkit, Nattamon Songtis, Nana Goto, Neira Bunnag, Thanida Akarawuthi, Suvibha Laithomya, Punyisa Kaewsawang, Pattra Theeravas, Pharawee Chirathadasakun, Kitchaya Udomboondee, Pichsinee Itthiratanakomol, Phimnalrat Lumyai
MNL48
MNL48 (in short for Manila48) is a Filipina girl idol group based in Metro Manila, Philippines, the 3rd international sister group of AKB48, after Indonesia's JKT48, and Thailand's BNK48. The logo color of MNL48 is based from the blue motif color of the Philippine flag.
MNL48 Theater will be located at Centris Station Mall in Quezon City Philippines and will open soon.
1st Generation
MNL48 1st Generation (MNL48 1期生) are the promoted members of MNL48. Their team color is Gold. They were announced and officially formed on December 15, 2022 during MNL48 Christmas Concert "Magical Night of Love". Currently, they have 6 active members, although 1 has announced graduation.
- Members: Coleen Trinidad, Dana Leanne Brual, Ella Mae Amat, Jemimah Caldejon, Lara Mae Layar, Shekinah Arzaga
2nd Generation
MNL48 2nd Generation (MNL48 2期生) are the promoted members of MNL48. Their team color is Silver. They were announced and officially formed on December 15, 2022 during MNL48 Christmas Concert "Magical Night of Love". Currently, they have 5 active members.
- Members: Ashley Nicole Somera, Amanda Isidto, Francese Therese Pinlac, Maria Jamie Beatrice Alberto, Klaire Presno
3rd Generation
MNL48 3rd Generation (MNL48 3期生) are the promoted members of MNL48. Their team color is Dark Pink. They were announced and officially formed on December 15, 2022 during MNL48 Christmas Concert "Magical Night of Love". Currently, they have 10 active members.
- Members: Charmaine Tosoc, Christine Joyce Dela Cruz, Mheijie Dela Cruz, Kathlene Claire Apduhan, Klaryle Mercado, Allyza Mae Roxas, Mariz Iyog, Rachel Frances Suazo- Bhrianna Chua, Rhea Mae Lopez
4th Generation
MNL48's 4th Generation is the promoted members of MNL48. They are currently still undergoing auditions.
- Members: TBA
AKB48 Team SH
AKB48 Team SH (short for A'k'ihabara48 Team Shanghai) (SH队) is a Chinese idol group and the 4th international sister group of AKB48. The 1st Generation members were announced on July 24, 2018. The debut single, LOVE TRIP, was released digitally on December 3, 2018.
Promoted Member's
AKB48 Team SH's Promoted Members. They currently have 34 members.
- Members: Dong FangChi, Li ShiQi, Mao WeiJia, Shen Ying, Shi KeYan, Song XinRan, Wan FangZhou, Wei Xin, Wu AnQi, Ye ZhiEn, Yuan RuiXi, Zhai YuJia, Zhu Ling, Zhuang XiaoTi, Zhou NianQi, Gong LuWen, Gui ChuChu, Hu XinYin, Jian QiangWei, Kong KeXin, Liang ShiAn, Shi AiBei, Tan JunXi, Xiong FangNi, Zeng SiChun, Zhang QianFei, Zhang QiaoYu, Zou RuoNan, Qiu DiEr, Wang AnNi, Xie WenJie, Chen JiaYi, Wang XiaoYang, Zhu JingChen
Trainee
AKB48 Team SH's Trainee (研修生). They currently have 22 trainees.
- Members: Liu Nian, Xu YiTing, Cheng AnZi, Li YuMiao, Pan QiuYi, Pu ZhiYing, Wu YiTing, Zhang YingLu, Li JiaHui, Ma XiaoYu, Peng LuXuan, Zhang JiaZhe, Zhou ChenYuXuan, Wu Fan, Zeng YiZhang YiLin, Du XinYi, Wang YuTing, Zhang YaQian, Zhang ShiYu, Zheng YuShan
AKB48 Team TP
AKB48 Team TP (short for A'k'ihabara48 Team Taipei) (formerly known as TPE48 (short for Taipei48)) is a Taiwanese girl idol group located in Taipei, Taiwan and is the 5th international sister group of AKB48. The motif color of their logo represents the charm of each member gradually growing with the gradation, just like a mango matures and changes the color from time to time.
Unit TIC TAC TOE
AKB48 Team TP's has a unit named Unit TIC TAC TOE. They currently has 6 members.
- Members: Kuo Shin-yu, Lau Hiu-ching, Lin Yu-hsin, Pan Tzu-yi, Weng Tung-hsun, Yuan Tzu-chu
Unit Peek A Boo
AKB48 Team TP Unit Peek A Boo Currently has 8 Members. Their current is Tsai Ya-en.
- Members: Chang Yu-lin, Chou Chia-an, Lin Ting-li, Lin Yi-yun, Miyata Ruka, Tung Zih-syuan, Tsai Ya-en
CGM48
CGM48 (short for Chiang Mai48) is the 1st domestic Thai idol sister group of BNK48, and 6th international sister group of AKB48. The group was announced through BNK48's Thank You & the Beginner @Chiangmai on June 2, 2019. The 1st Generation members were announced on October 26, 2019.
Team C
CGM48's Team C (ทีมซี). They currently have 16 members, although 1 has announced graduation.
- Members: Napassanan Thambuacha, Punyawee Jungcharoen, Kodchaporn Leelatheep, Cherprang Areekul, Pundita Koontawee, Izuta Rina, Arunya Kaewmalai, Manita Chanchai, Vithita Srasreesom, Kyla Ziyun Khoo Pimlapas Suwannoi, Manichar Aimdilokwong, Phitchayapha Supanya, Pronwarin Wongtrakulkit, Pinpana Saengboon, Wacharee Danphasukkul, Sita Teeradechsakul
Trainee
CGM48 Trainee Currently has 10 members.
- Members: Sasicha Wongwatanaanan, Phattaratida Chongprasankiat, Munchupa Moonklang, Supapit Sripairoj, Pimnara Rumruaymunkong, Pitchayathida Sonthisakwanna, Rapeephan Chaemcharoen, Penpichaya Boonsaner, Nattarika Boontua, Suphatchaya Khamngern
KLP48
KLP48 (short for Kuala Lumpur48) is a Malaysian all-female idol group based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. KLP48 is the 10th international sister group of AKB48. The group was announced on January 1, 2024.
Trainee
KLP48 Currently has TBA Trainee. TBA
- Members: TBA
Kagai
They are from AKB48 and STU48.
- Members: Kurosu Haruka, Gyoten Yurina, Yamane Suzuha, Kai Kokoa