STU48 3rd Generation 3rd Anniversary Performance ~The 'Me' That Is Nowhere Else~ Opened with 'Aitakatta'! A 3rd Anniversary Performance Showing Origin and Evolution
STU48's 3rd generation held their 3rd-anniversary performance in Hiroshima. Six original members took the stage, delivering a performance filled with their growth and gratitude to fans over the years. They presented a total of 17 songs, from their roots with AKB48 songs to their first original track, showcasing their bond and determination for the future.
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Today, May 5th (Tuesday, public holiday), STU48's 3rd generation held the "STU48 3rd Generation 3rd Anniversary Performance ~The 'Me' That Is Nowhere Else~" at STU48 Hiroshima Theater (Hiroshima CLUB QUATTRO).
STU48's 3rd generation members were unveiled as 3rd generation research students (Kenshusei) in April 2023 at the STU48 6th Anniversary Concert, with 14 members. In May of the same year, they held their first solo debut performance. Three years later, 8 members from the original lineup have graduated, making this a milestone performance with 6 members.
With the Overture, Mai Kitazawa's cry of "3rd Gen 3rd Anniversary, let's go!" signaled their appearance in their debut performance costumes. The opening began with 'Aitakatta' (AKB48), also performed at their debut. Continuing with 'Shukkou' (Setting Sail), recalling the stage they first stood on with their seniors at the STU48 6th Anniversary Concert, Kitazawa powerfully appealed, "Please continue to watch over our past and future." Furthermore, they performed 'Yumeriki' (Dream Power), a song from their audition, delivering the first three songs continuously as if engraving their beginner's spirit into their hearts.
During the MC, each member announced what they had grown in over the past three years. Hina Morimatsu said, "I stopped overeating and overdrinking"; Yuina Okuda said, "I can now speak during MCs"; Yuna Ishihara said, "My mental strength has improved"; Hibiki Hamada said, "My performance ability has increased"; Rian Arai said, "I gained a little confidence in myself"; and Mai Kitazawa said, "I used to look down all the time, but now I can look forward." They spoke of their growth with unique words.
After a unit block featuring 'Tonari no Banana' (Rian Arai, Hina Morimatsu), 'Heart no Dokusengen' (Yuna Ishihara, Hibiki Hamada), and 'Tomodachi de Irarenara' (Mai Kitazawa, Yuina Okuda), the second half began with Hina Morimatsu's words, "From here, we will deliver STU48 songs that hold special meaning for us."
The setlist was composed to reflect their journey, including songs participating in singles released after the 3rd generation joined, and songs where they served as centers when promoted from research students to official members, fully demonstrating their evolved expressive power. The main part concluded with 'Yurei Ridatsu to Kanashibari' (Astral Projection and Sleep Paralysis), the 3rd generation's first original song.
The encore began with 'Sunglasses Days,' enveloped in loud calls of "3 Kidds! 3 Kidds!" from the audience, using the 3rd generation's nickname. Hibiki Hamada commented, "Although our numbers have decreased over three years, I believe our bonds have deepened accordingly." Yuina Okuda expressed her feelings, "Looking from the stage, both the audience and members were all smiling, and I was once again grateful to be in this environment. I feel that STU48 is wonderful, and I'm glad I'm a 3rd generation member."
Finally, Hina Morimatsu called out, "We will continue to pursue our dreams and strive to become essential members of STU48. Will everyone follow us?" The venue was filled with loud cheers.
This performance, filled with three years of gratitude and determination for the future, concluded after a total of 17 songs. The unity and enthusiasm born from being six members created a stage that conveyed the definite momentum of the next generation.
■ Outline of Today's Performance
Date: May 5, 2026 (Tuesday, public holiday)
Venue: STU48 Hiroshima Theater (Hiroshima CLUB QUATTRO)
Performance Title: STU48 3rd Generation 3rd Anniversary Performance ~The 'Me' That Is Nowhere Else~
Doors Open: 11:30 / Performance Starts: 12:00
Performing Members: Rian Arai, Yuna Ishihara, Yuina Okuda, Mai Kitazawa, Hibiki Hamada, Hina Morimatsu
◆Today's Setlist
M1 Aitakatta/AKB48 (ALL)
M2 Shukkou (ALL)
M3 Yumeriki (ALL)
MC①
M4 Tonari no Banana/AKB48 (Arai・Morimatsu)
M5 Heart no Dokusengen/NMB48 (Ishihara・Hamada)
M6 Tomodachi de Irarenara/AKB48 (Okuda・Kitazawa)
M7 Kimi wa Boku da/AKB48 (Hamada)
M8 Kagami no Naka no Jeanne d'Arc/AKB48 (Arai・Ishihara・Okuda・Kitazawa・Morimatsu)
MC②
M9 Tsuki to Boku to Atarashii Jibun (ALL)
M10 Hito no Tonari wo Hashiruna (ALL)
M11 Ikuchijima no Setoda Lemon Jakee (ALL)
M12 Hitorigoto de Kataru Kurai Nara (ALL)
M13 Suki Sugite Naku (ALL)
MC③
M14 Yurei Ridatsu to Kanashibari (ALL)
Encore
EN1 Sunglasses Days (ALL)
EN2 Lemon Juice (Melon Juice/HKT48) (ALL)
MC④
EN3 Onigokko (ALL)
◆STU48 Hiroshima Theater (Hiroshima CLUB QUATTRO) May Schedule
Today, May 5th (Tuesday, public holiday), STU48's 3rd generation held the "STU48 3rd Generation 3rd Anniversary Performance ~The 'Me' That Is Nowhere Else~" at STU48 Hiroshima Theater (Hiroshima CLUB QUATTRO).
STU48's 3rd generation members were unveiled as 3rd generation research students (Kenshusei) in April 2023 at the STU48 6th Anniversary Concert, with 14 members. In May of the same year, they held their first solo debut performance. Three years later, 8 members from the original lineup have graduated, making this a milestone performance with 6 members.
With the Overture, Mai Kitazawa's cry of "3rd Gen 3rd Anniversary, let's go!" signaled their appearance in their debut performance costumes. The opening began with 'Aitakatta' (AKB48), also performed at their debut. Continuing with 'Shukkou' (Setting Sail), recalling the stage they first stood on with their seniors at the STU48 6th Anniversary Concert, Kitazawa powerfully appealed, "Please continue to watch over our past and future." Furthermore, they performed 'Yumeriki' (Dream Power), a song from their audition, delivering the first three songs continuously as if engraving their beginner's spirit into their hearts.
During the MC, each member announced what they had grown in over the past three years. Hina Morimatsu said, "I stopped overeating and overdrinking"; Yuina Okuda said, "I can now speak during MCs"; Yuna Ishihara said, "My mental strength has improved"; Hibiki Hamada said, "My performance ability has increased"; Rian Arai said, "I gained a little confidence in myself"; and Mai Kitazawa said, "I used to look down all the time, but now I can look forward." They spoke of their growth with unique words.
After a unit block featuring 'Tonari no Banana' (Rian Arai, Hina Morimatsu), 'Heart no Dokusengen' (Yuna Ishihara, Hibiki Hamada), and 'Tomodachi de Irarenara' (Mai Kitazawa, Yuina Okuda), the second half began with Hina Morimatsu's words, "From here, we will deliver STU48 songs that hold special meaning for us."
The setlist was composed to reflect their journey, including songs participating in singles released after the 3rd generation joined, and songs where they served as centers when promoted from research students to official members, fully demonstrating their evolved expressive power. The main part concluded with 'Yurei Ridatsu to Kanashibari' (Astral Projection and Sleep Paralysis), the 3rd generation's first original song.
The encore began with 'Sunglasses Days,' enveloped in loud calls of "3 Kidds! 3 Kidds!" from the audience, using the 3rd generation's nickname. Hibiki Hamada commented, "Although our numbers have decreased over three years, I believe our bonds have deepened accordingly." Yuina Okuda expressed her feelings, "Looking from the stage, both the audience and members were all smiling, and I was once again grateful to be in this environment. I feel that STU48 is wonderful, and I'm glad I'm a 3rd generation member."
Finally, Hina Morimatsu called out, "We will continue to pursue our dreams and strive to become essential members of STU48. Will everyone follow us?" The venue was filled with loud cheers.
This performance, filled with three years of gratitude and determination for the future, concluded after a total of 17 songs. The unity and enthusiasm born from being six members created a stage that conveyed the definite momentum of the next generation.
■ Outline of Today's Performance
Date: May 5, 2026 (Tuesday, public holiday)
Venue: STU48 Hiroshima Theater (Hiroshima CLUB QUATTRO)
Performance Title: STU48 3rd Generation 3rd Anniversary Performance ~The 'Me' That Is Nowhere Else~
Doors Open: 11:30 / Performance Starts: 12:00
Performing Members: Rian Arai, Yuna Ishihara, Yuina Okuda, Mai Kitazawa, Hibiki Hamada, Hina Morimatsu
◆Today's Setlist
M1 Aitakatta/AKB48 (ALL)
M2 Shukkou (ALL)
M3 Yumeriki (ALL)
MC①
M4 Tonari no Banana/AKB48 (Arai・Morimatsu)
M5 Heart no Dokusengen/NMB48 (Ishihara・Hamada)
M6 Tomodachi de Irarenara/AKB48 (Okuda・Kitazawa)
M7 Kimi wa Boku da/AKB48 (Hamada)
M8 Kagami no Naka no Jeanne d'Arc/AKB48 (Arai・Ishihara・Okuda・Kitazawa・Morimatsu)
MC②
M9 Tsuki to Boku to Atarashii Jibun (ALL)
M10 Hito no Tonari wo Hashiruna (ALL)
M11 Ikuchijima no Setoda Lemon Jakee (ALL)
M12 Hitorigoto de Kataru Kurai Nara (ALL)
M13 Suki Sugite Naku (ALL)
MC③
M14 Yurei Ridatsu to Kanashibari (ALL)
Encore
EN1 Sunglasses Days (ALL)
EN2 Lemon Juice (Melon Juice/HKT48) (ALL)
MC④
EN3 Onigokko (ALL)
◆STU48 Hiroshima Theater (Hiroshima CLUB QUATTRO) May Schedule