Takemoto Yui interview in B.L.T June 2026
Q It… somehow doesn’t feel real yet, I’m even still thinking to myself “Is she really graduating soon?” Takemoto: Truth is, it’s the same for me. When I announced it, I had this solemn feeling, “Oh… I’m really graduating, huh?” but day by day that feeling has started to fade (laughs). It’s something we won’t really get until the day it actually happens I guess. Even right now, I’m rehearsing together with the other members (* At the time of interview) in preparation for performing at the National Stadium (The 5th Anniversary Live), so every day I’ve been dancing over and over again, and the thought of graduation hasn’t popped up much. It feels like I’ve just been able to spend my days like I always have. But I feel very fortunate to be able to spend my activities normally like that to the end. I sincerely feel that way. Q Your graduation blog was very wonderful. You clearly explained your feelings down to the fine details, so much so that I was feeling at a loss on what to ask y...