Thank you everyone for your continued support towards Kobushi Factory (Magnolia Factory).First of all, I would like to deeply apologize for such sudden news.Since our debut Natsumi Taguchi and I spent our everyday's time together for around 3 years.And to have such companion who goes out from the group in such way, I find this myself really regrettable and deplorable.As the leader, I feel totally responsible for having such continuous news which saddened everyone during several months.On the same time, I feel happy by being supported by many people in such circumstances, thank you so much.Of course, I had hard times during the days I spent with Taguchi but, above that, I was able to make many dreams come true thanks to the support received from everyone.Taguchi is taking here her leave of the road of Kobushi Factory (Magnolia Factory) and of being an idol.As the leader, I feel lonely and frustrated, and I am so sorry for all the fans.However, for the 5 members of Kobushi Factory (Magnolia Factory), there is no change in our desire to aim at our objectives, to follow voluntarily our path, as well as discovering beautiful experiences.From now, I think it will be a new start for Kobushi Factory (Magnolia Factory), our feelings will change and we will deepen the ties between us, trust each other in order to be a group welcomed by everyone.I would like to continue to do our best with all my might.Please continue to support Kobushi Factory (Magnolia Factory) in the future.Kobushi Factory (Magnolia Factory) Ayaka Hirose