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Honda Hitomi, former IZ*ONE member, leaves Japanese agency Mama & Son. Contract ended, respects her desire for new activities.

Honda Hitomi, former IZ*ONE member, leaves Japanese agency Mama & Son. Contract ended, respects her desire for new activities.

May/2/2024 19:33

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Honda Hitomi, who also worked as IZ*ONE, has left her Japanese agency. The agency Mama & Son announced yesterday (1st) through their official website that Honda Hitomi's exclusive contract has expired. The agency stated, "Regarding our talent Honda Hitomi, her contract with us has ended as of the end of April 2024," and "We respect Honda Hitomi's desire to continue her activities in a new path, and the contract has ended." They also added, "Although it was a short period, we sincerely appreciate being able to walk together. We kindly ask for your continued support for Honda Hitomi." Honda Hitomi debuted as AKB48 in 2014 and announced her graduation last August. At that time, she also mentioned her future plans, saying, "I want to continue challenging myself in various ways and confirming my potential."

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