Akino graduates from Bless4.

The official website of Kawamitsu Entertainment announced that Akino will be graduating from Bless4 to focus on a solo career. Her final live performance will be held on Monday, December 21st.

According to Bless4, Akino has been collaborating with the group for 23 years. The countless stages they shared, the challenges they encountered while chasing their dreams, and the joys and hardships that they shared and they are invaluable treasure for the group.

The fans and the staff who have supported Akino and Bless4 until now. Graduation is not the end, but the first step towards a new future. Both groups respect their decision, and Akino decided to support her solo activities going forward.

With Akino's graduation, Bless4 becomes Bless Forever or Bless∞, and they will focus on the members Akashi and Kanasa. Bless4 has been around for 23 years, and they have precious memories that they have shared with the fans to carry on. They will continue to challenge themselves to explore limitless possibilities through music. 

Bless4 is a Japanese vocal ensemble from the United States consisting of four siblings from the Kawamitsu family. Formed in 2003, the group consists of Kanasa, Akino, and Aiki, who were born in Utah, United States, while Akashi was born in Okinawa. They released 8 singles and 4 albums for the group. 

In April 2022, Aiki announced his departure from the band to concentrate on his family and his current endeavors. Akino focuses on performing solo songs such as the "Aquarion" franchise, "The Ancient Magus Bride", "Kantai Collection", and "Amagi Brilliant Park".
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Source:
- Kawamitsu Entertainment - https://x.com/KATainment/status/2112796378481172862