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STU48 (short for Setouchi48) is a Japanese Idol Group and 5th domestic sister group of AKB48. The group has a shipboard theater, and started sailing through the seven prefectures of Setouchi Region (Yamaguchi, Hiroshima, Okayama, Hyogo, Tokushima, Kagawa and Ehime) in April, 2019. The 1st Generation members were announced on March 19, 2017.

Generation Teams and Members

STU48 Members

Current

History

  • On October 10, STU48 was announced in public at AKB48 Unit Janken Taikai 2016, in Kobe World Kinen Hall. Also, their theater will be on a boat. The group will started on summer 2017.

2017 STU48

STU48, 44 people who passed the final audition

  • The application for 1st Generation was started on January until February 5. During their auditions, AKB48 members Watanabe Mayu and Kashiwagi Yuki visited all seven prefectures in Setouchi Region to promote their sister group and the audition for 1st Generation members.
STU48 2017

STU48, 2017

  • On March 19, 44 applicants were passed on their auditions, as 1st Generation members were introduced, held in Hiroshima City.
  • On a final day of March, the 1st Generation members were announced, debuting 31 original members.
  • 5 days after the release of AKB48’s 48th single, the music video of Setouchi no Koe was released.
  • On November 18, Kuroiwa Yui graduated from the group due to her studies in school.
  • On November 25, after the release of AKB48's 50th single, Sashihara Rino announced that she would cancelled her Kennin position on STU48 as a theater manager, to focus her activities in HKT48.

STU48 2018

STU48, 2018

  • On January 15, STU48 has a variety show named STU48 no Setobingo! (STU48のセトビンゴ!, known as SETOBINGO!) which will run only for 11 episodes until March 26. It was aired on Nippon TV.
  • On final day of January, they released their debut single Kurayami, released in 6 types (limited and regular editions) and theater edition. This is the first single in all AKB48 groups to release more than 5 types.
  • On April 14, the theater manager Yamamoto Manabu revealed their ship from formerly operated by Iki-Tsushima Sea Line or ITSL (formerly named Mikasa, みかさ), that will be used for STU48 Theater, especially for upcoming theater performances. It was formerly roll-on roll-off (RoRo) cargo / passenger ship before transformed to a shipboard theater. Followed by July, they announced their 2nd single release, which will slated on August 29. But due to flash floods and heavy rains affected in Setouchi Region, the release of 2nd single and the operation of their shipboard theater was moved to 2019.
  • On November 18, the group was selected as one of the New Artist of the Year for the event 60th Japan Record Awards, making them a candidate to win the Japan Record Award for Best New Artist.
  • On December 12, they released their first guidebook entitled Mirai Kouro (未来航路). Followed on December 27, the main song music video of their 2nd single was released, titled Kaze wo Matsu.

STU48 2019

STU48, 2019

  • On January 22, the 2nd single coupling music video, Shukko, was released, which was centered by Okada Nana. On their music video, their STU48 Shipboard Theater currently ongoing construction, though they're visited on Onomichi, Hiroshima to look the current status of their shipboard theater.
  • On February 13, they released the 2nd single Kaze wo Matsu. Followed on February 25, two STU48 Members Yano Honoka and Fujiwara Azusa painted personally their ship name on their bow. Also, they released the lists of ports where the STU48-go will dock on their theater performances.
  • On April 16, their STU48-go has officially launched in a ship commissioning ceremony at Hiroshima port, followed on evening performances for Shonichi of their 1st stage entitled GO! GO! Little Seabirds!
  • On June 2, in one episode of STU48 Imousu TV, the group announced on their upcoming 3rd single, which be released on July 31. Month after the 3rd single announcement, the music video Daisuki na Hito was released.
  • On July 15, the STU48-go present at Marine Day event organized by the C to Sea Project, held at Harumi Pier in Tokyo.
  • On July 31, their 3rd single Daisuki na Hito was released.
  • On December 20, the senshuuraku stage of STU48's 1st stage. Followed on December 21 and 22, the 2nd Generation members held their debut performances at STU48 Theater.

STU48 2020

STU48, 2020

  • On January 18, during their concert at Tokyo Dome City Hall, Okada Nana announced that she would stepped down as a captain (also serving as a manager) of the group, replacing her to Imamura Mitsuki as a new captain of the group, and Fukuda Akari as deputy captain (or vice captain). In addition, Naachan said that she will retain her concurrency membership as a regular member of STU48.
  • On March 28, due to the impacts of COVID-19 pandemic, their 3rd anniversary celebration was held via live streaming on the video service Nico Nico. Also, they announced that their 5th single will released on May 27. But later, it was postponed due to pandemic, and moved to September 2 as their 5th single release.
  • On April 2, Kondo Arisu resigned from the group due to her academic reasons.
  • On July 9, the management announced that the STU48 Shipboard Theater (STU48-go) will retire on spring 2021, and their performances next year would be held around Setouchi area with no fixed venue.
  • On July 23, they released the mixed version music video of 5th single main song Omoidaseru Koi wo Shiyou, which all members included.
  • On October 2-4, the group joined on Tokyo Idol Festival 2020, where AKB48 and the rest of local 48 groups were attended. They were seen on Day 2 and Day 3 performances. Also, their STU48 Shipboard Theater was present on a port on Day 3 performances.

STU48 2021

STU48, 2021

  • On January 15, STU48 performed for the first time at Nippon Budokan, as they announced and performed their upcoming 6th single before their official release. Following their new announcement, the group announced that they will having a 4th anniversary concert, that will hold at Hiroshima Sun Plaza Hall on March 13 (Saturday).
  • On February 7, the group announced that their shipboard theater will cease their service on May 23.
  • On March 13, the group celebrates their 4th anniversary concert at Hiroshima Sun Plaza Hall, entitled STU48 4th Anniversary Concert ~Bokura wa Koko kara ga Sugoizo!~ (STU48 4周年コンサート〜僕らはここからが凄いぞ!〜). Their schedule was held at noon part.
  • On April 5, Ishida Chiho, who was recently centered the main song Hitorigoto de Kataru Kurainara, has announced that she will going on a hiatus due to her physical condition. 2 days after her hiatus announcement, she was replaced by Tamura Natsuki, especially on their theater performances.
  • On May 23, the STU48 Shipboard Theater (STU48-go) stopped at their last tour in Hiroshima Port, where the ship was commissioned last April 16, 2019, to perform for their final time for Kenkyuusei's 1st stage (daytime performance) and promoted member's 2nd stage (night performance). After their night performance, the STU48-go officially decommissioned at Hiroshima Port.
  • On June 29, the group announced that Ishida Chiho will resumed her activities. 4 days later, her SNS accounts are reactivated.
  • On August 8, Yabushita Fu graduated from the group, where her graduation was held at Kobe International House Kokousai Hall.
  • On August 15, the group announced their upcoming 7th single, which will be released on October 20.
  • On September 12, the group announced their 7th single main song, entitled Hetaretachi yo, centered by Takino Yumiko. Also, Okada Nana announced her termination of her concurrency position in STU48.
  • On October 1, the group premiered their 7th single music video Hetaretachi yo on their official YouTube channel.
  • On October 20, the group released their physical and digital versions of their 7th single.
  • On October 26, the group announced their 3rd Generation candidates. They have a collaboration with Actors School Hiroshima (ASH) as part of their "New Wave Project".

STU48 2022

STU48, 2022

  • On January 31, the group marked their 4th anniversary major debut of their 1st single Kurayami.
  • On March 31, the group released the story video version of Hana wa Dare no Mono? on their YouTube Channel.
  • On May 3, the group premiered their dance-lyrics video of Hana wa Dare no Mono? on their YouTube Channel.
  • On December 24, the group announced their 9th single to be released on March 1, 2023. The center for the upcoming 9th single release is Ishida Chiho.

  • On January 8, Tanaka Miho announced her graduation.
    • On February 28, the group released the MV teaser of Iki wo Suru Kokoro on their YouTube Channel.
    • On April 9, the group announced their 3rd Generation Kenkyuusei members. In addition, those members from New Wave Project Audition will be called as 2.5th Generation members of the group.
    • On November 15, the group released their full 10th Single in physical and online streaming platforms.
    • On December 14, Oki Yuka announced her graduation.

  • On February 1, Ishida Minami announced her graduation
    • On February 3, Iwata Hina announced her graduation

    STU48 Overall Leadership

    Captain

    Vice Captain

    Sister Groups

    Japanese

    Overseas

    Former Sister Groups

    Units

    Single Units

    Thematic Units

    Special Units

    Former Units

    Mixed Units

    Discography

    # Cover Title Release Date
    01 KurayamiA Kurayami
    (暗闇)
    2018.01.31
    02 STU482ndSingleTypeALim Kaze wo Matsu
    (風を待つ)
    2019.02.13
    03 STU483rdLimA Daisuki na Hito
    (大好きな人)
    2019.07.31
    04 STU484thLimA Mubou na Yume wa Sameru Koto ga Nai
    (無謀な夢は覚めることがない)
    2020.01.29
    05 STU485thLimA Omoidaseru Koi wo Shiyou
    (思い出せる恋をしよう)
    2020.09.02
    06 Stu486thLimA Hitorigoto de Kataru Kurainara
    (独り言で語るくらいなら)
    2021.02.17
    07 Stu487thLimA Hetaretachi yo
    (ヘタレたちよ)
    2021.10.20
    08 STU488thLimA Hana wa Dare no Mono?
    (花は誰のもの?)
    2022.04.13
    09 STU489thLimA Iki wo Suru Kokoro
    (息をする心)
    2023.03.15
    10 STU4810thLA Kimi wa Nani wo Koukai Suru no ka?
    (君は涙を流すのか?)
    2023.11.15

    Concerts

    # Title Date
    1 STU48 Tandoku Concert ~Fan ni Natte Kudasai~
    (STU48単独コンサート〜ファンになってください〜)
    2018.01.21
    2 STU48 Charity Concert Tour "Ganbarou! Setouchi"
    (西日本豪雨災害支援活動「がんばろう!瀬戸内」STU48チャリティーコンサートツア)
    2018.09.08-2018.10.03
    3 STU48 2nd Anniversary Concert
    (STU48 2周年記念コンサート)
    2019.03.31
    4 STU48 Zenkoku Tour 2019 ~Fune de Iku wake de wa arimasen~
    (STU48 全国ツアー2019 〜船で行くわけではありません〜)
    2019.07.11 - 2020.02.24
    5 Shinshun STU48 Concert 2021 ~Setouchi kara GO TO Budoukan~
    (新春STU48コンサート2021〜瀬戸内からGO TO 武道館〜)
    2021.01.15
    6 STU48 Senbatsu Concert ~Tokyo ni wa Somaranaide Kaerimasu~
    (STU48選抜コンサート~東京には染まらないで帰ります。~)
    2020.01.18
    7 STU48 Ishida Chiho Solo Concert 〜Ie! ni Kaeru Made ga Chiho Kondesu〜
    (STU48石田千穂ソロコンサート〜いえっ!に帰るまでがちほコンです。〜)
    2020.01.24
    8 AYAKARNIVAL 2020 2020.12.12
    9 Shinshun! STU48 Concert 2021 ~Setouchi kara GO TO Budoukan~
    (新春!STU48コンサート2021〜瀬戸内からGO TO 武道館〜)
    2021.01.15
    10 STU48 4th Anniversary Concert ~Bokura wa Koko kara ga Sugoizo!~
    (STU48 4周年コンサート〜僕らはここからが凄いぞ!〜)
    2021.03.13
    11 STU48 4th Anniversary Concert ~Sao Mirai wo Sagashi ni Ikou ka?~
    (STU48 4周年コンサート〜さあ 未来を探しに行こうか?〜)
    2021.03.13
    12 STU48 Setouchi Summer Tour 2021 ~ Sunglasses Days ~
    (STU48 瀬戸内サマーツアー2021~サングラスデイズ~)
    2021.07.18 - 2021.09.12
    13 STU48 Yabushita Fu Graduation Concert ~Fu ga Ita Koto~
    (STU48 薮下楓卒業コンサート~楓がいたこと~)
    2021.08.08
    14 STU48 2ki Kenkyuusei Setouchi Summer Tour〜Shoukaku e no Michi・Kessen wa Nichiyoubi〜
    (STU48 2期研究生 夏の瀬戸内ツアー〜昇格への道・決戦は日曜日〜)
    2021.09.12
    15 Aoi Himawari Tandoku LIVE Seishun Kakueki Teisha ~Shihatsueki Hiroshima CAVE-BE~
    (青い向日葵単独LIVE 青春各駅停車〜始発駅 広島CAVE-BE〜)
    2021.09.26
    16 Charming Trip Christmas Concert 2021.12.13
    17 STU48 Christmas Concert 2021.12.24
    18 STU48 Okada Nana Last Concert ~Sailing day from NANA~
    (STU48 岡田奈々ラストコンサート〜Sailing day from NANA〜)
    19 Kuro Fes 2022
    (クロフェス 2022)
    20 STU48 5th Anniversary Concert
    (STU48 5周年コンサート)
    2022.07.10
    21 STU48 1st Generation 5th Anniversary Special Performance
    (STU1期生5周年特別公演)
    2022.10.03
    22 STU48 Setouchi PR Unit Season 2 Zenkoku Tour
    (STU48瀬戸内PR部隊Season 2全国ツアー)
    2022.10.10 - 2023.01.22
    23 STU48 Kenkyuusei Natsu no Setouchi Tour 2023 (STU48 研究生 夏の瀬戸内ツアー 2023) 2023.07.02 - 2023.09.03
    24 STU48 Zenkoku Tour 2023 (STU48 全国ツアー 2023) 2023.07.29 - 2023.09.30

    Stages

    STU48

    # Stage name Date Performances
    1 GO!GO! little SEABIRDS!! 2019.04.16 - 2019.12.20 63
    2 Bokutachi no Koi no Yokan
    (僕たちの恋の予感)
    2020.01.11 - 2022.06.24 42
    3 Hana wa Dare no Mono?
    (花は誰のもの?)
    2022.07.30 - TBA

    Kenkyuusei

    # Stage name Date Performances
    1 Boku no Taiyou
    (僕の太陽)
    2020.02.20 - 2022.07.18
    (2nd Generation)
    2023.11.14-
    (2.5th + 3rd Generation)
    43
    TBA

    Media Appearances

    Variety

    • SETOBINGO! (2018)

    Web Shows

    • Setouchi Gakuen (2020 - )

    Radio

    • STU48 no CHIRIMEN PARTY (RCC Radio)

    Games

    • [2017.12.29] STU48 no 7 Narabe (Smartphone app)

    AKB48 Events

    Senbatsu Elections

    External Links

    STU48
    Members
    1st Gen Ishida Chiho | Ishida Minami | Imamura Mitsuki (Captain) | Iwata Hina | Kai Kokoa | Taniguchi Mahina | Hyodo Aoi | Fukuda Akari (Co-Captain) | Mineyoshi Arisa | Morishita Maiha
    3rd Draft Oki Yuka | Shinano Soraha | Nakamura Mai
    2nd Gen Ikeda Yura | Utsumi Rine | Osaki Serika | Kawamata Yuuna | Kudo Riko | Kojima Aiko | Sako Himeka | Shimizu Sara | Suzuki Ayaka | Takao Sayaka | Harada Sayaka | Muneyuki Rika | Yoshida Sara | Rissen Momoka | Watanabe Natsuki
    Kenkyuusei 2.5th Generation: Okada Azumi | Okamura Rio | Kurushima Yuka | Morokuzu Noa
    3rd Generation: 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
    Former Members
    1st Generation Kuroiwa Yui | Ozaki Mami | Cho Orie | Sano Haruka | Shioi Hinako | Sugahara Saki | Ichioka Ayumi | Kadota Momona | Torobu Yuri | Mishima Haruka | Mori Kaho | Fujiwara Azusa | Isogai Kanon | Shintani Nonoka | Tanaka Kouko | Otani Marina | Yabushita Fu | Kadowaki Miyuna | Sakaki Miyu | Yano Honoka | Takino Yumiko
    2nd Generation Imaizumi Miria | Nakahiro Yayoi | Minami Yurina | Taguchi Reika | Tanaka Miho | Yoshizaki Rinko | Kawamata Anna
    Kenkyuusei Mizoguchi Aiko | Yura Akari | Maemura Himea | Kondo Arisu | Tamura Natsuki | Shimizu Risako
    Discography
    Singles 1. Kurayami | 2. Kaze wo Matsu | 3. Daisuki na Hito | 4. Mubou na Yume wa Sameru Koto ga Nai | 5. Omoidaseru Koi wo Shiyou | 6. Hitorigoto de Kataru Kurainara | 7. Hetaretachi yo | 8. Hana wa Dare no Mono? | 9. Iki wo Suru Kokoro
    Other Songs Setouchi no Koe | Omoidasete Yokatta | Pedal to Sharin to Kita Michi to
    Stages
    STU48

    GO!GO! little SEABIRDS!! | Bokutachi no Koi no Yokan

    Kenkyuusei

    Boku no Taiyou

    Sister Groups
    AKB48 Group inside Japan AKB48 | SKE48 | NMB48 | HKT48 | NGT48
    AKB48 Group outside Japan JKT48 | BNK48 | MNL48 | AKB48 Team SH | SGO48 | AKB48 Team TP | CGM48 | DEL48 | MUB48
    Former Groups OJS48 | SDN48 | TPE48 | MUM48
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