Arihara Kanna Gradutes From °C-ute and Hello! Project

On July 9th, Arihara Kanna graduated from °C-ute and Hello! Project. Arihara auditioned and became a member of Hello! Pro Egg in 2004 and had her major debut in January 2006 as a member of °C-ute. Arihara has been on a break since February due to reported treatment of a hallux valgus (otherwise known as a bunion), which resulted in her being absent from Hello! Project and °C-ute's recent activities.

Hello! Project has expressed regret over the sudden announcement regarding Arihara's departure and urges °C-ute's fans to remain supportive of the group.