[News] Sayumi Michishige to graduate from Morning Musume

[shirenuファクトリー]

There really is a lot of focus on Sayugrad. She must really be loved. And I guess her announcement that she will pretty much disappear for a while after grad is influencing it, too. Gotta put her on show while it's still possible.

[JFC]

CROSS-POSTING!!

Looks like we're not the only ones looking down memory lane.

From Up-Front Link's Twitter:

[EN] Sayumi Michishige History page available now!
- http://www.helloproject.com/morningmusume/tikibun/history.html

- https://twitter.com/UpFrontLink/status/527477274543521794
- http://www.helloproject.com/morningmusume/tikibun/history.html

[JFC]

From H!O's Twitter:

e-LineUP! is holding a sale on Morning Musume DVD Magazines 58-62 for Michishige's graduation
- http://www.e-lineup.com/new/2014-10-31-203656.html

- https://twitter.com/hello_online/status/528153764813737985
- http://www.e-lineup.com/new/2014-10-31-203656.html

[kuro808]

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sayumi-Michishige-Graduation-Message-Book-Project/932453710116541

Any updates will come soon but it's to get a good send off for Sayu

[JFC]

On the 2014.11.03 episode of V-Clips, Sayu talks about some past PVs.

Morning Musume 14,Michishige Sayumi[V-Clips 141103]

[muppet]

^three of my favorite MM MV's
Glad Sayumi san included one with Junjun & Linlin

[JFC]

Michishige Sayumi's graduation concert to live broadcast overseas
November 8, 2014

The last show of Morning Musume.'14's tour 'Morning Musume.'14 Concert Tour Fall GIVE ME MORE LOVE ~Michishige Sayumi Graduation Commemoration Special~', which will be held on November 26 at Yokohama Arena, will live broadcast in theaters in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and South Korea.

This will be the last stage for the group's 8th leader Michishige Sayumi as a member of Morning Musume.'14. It's already been confirmed that the concert will live broadcast in movie theaters across 29 locations in Japan. Those who will be viewing the concert from movie theaters will also have the privilege of watching the opening act by Juice=Juice and S/mileage, as well as scenes from backstage exclusive to movie theater viewers.

Live viewing tickets for Hong Kong, Taiwan, and South Korea will be sold via the theaters' official websites.


["Morning Musume.'14 Concert Tour Aki GIVE ME MORE LOVE ~Michishige Sayumi Sotsugyou Kinen Special~" Live Viewing]
Wednesday, November 26 - theaters in 29 locations across Japan, Hong Kong Vie Show Cinemas Taipei Hsin-Yi, Taiwan the sky, South Korea MEGABOX COEX
START 18:00 (Japan time)

Source: natalie

- http://www.tokyohive.com/article/2014/11/michishige-sayumis-graduation-concert-to-live-broadcast-overseas
- http://natalie.mu/music/news/130749

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TokyoGirlsUpdate.com - Parting Words from Morning Musume。’s Sayumi Michishige
- http://tokyogirlsupdate.com/parting-words-sayumi-michishige-20141130296.html


Based on the final question in the article, I'm guessing the actual interview for this was done prior to the NYC trip.

[JFC]

Now this one, on the other hand, was apparently done while they were in NYC.

An interview with Morning Musume。's Sayumi Michishige in NYC
November 10, 2014

Last month, tokyohive had the opportunity to interview Morning Musume。's Sayumi Michishige after the girls held their concert at the Best Buy Theater in New York City.

Check out the Interview below!

1. As your graduation is getting closer, what can you tell us about your current feelings?

Sayumi Michishige: I'm just happy every day. I'm still having a lot of fun. The overseas live [New York] is super-exciting. Every day I want to do my best for Morning Musume。 and the New York live will give us a chance to show Morning Musume。's power and charm to fans in America.

2. What was your most memorable moment since you joined Morning Musume。?

Sayumi Michishige: Maybe it seems strange, but it's very recent. The fan club tour last year that we did for the first time, that was unforgettable. The fans showed us so many new surprises, and even I was surprised at my own emotions.

3. How do you expect Morning Musume。 to change in the future?

Sayumi Michishige: After my graduation, Morning Musume。will become '15 (one-five), and the group's overall feeling and chemistry will change once again. The ages will be younger, but the number of members has grown. I think the group will grow even more to become an idol group which represents Japan.

4. What are your plans after graduation?

Sayumi Michishige: I'll take a break after graduation, that's honestly the only thing that's decided. Anything specific will come after that, and I'm looking forward to having time to think about the future.

5. Since this NY concert will be the first oversea solo concert for the fellow members, did you give them any advice as a leader?

Sayumi Michishige: They don't have to act special or different just because it's an overseas lives. All the work that pays off in our concerts in Japan will shine through in America, too. Just be yourselves.

6. Please leave a message to your international fans.

Sayumi Michishige: Even though we're far apart, we think about our fans who are everywhere across the world. We always do our best for you, and we want to see you whenever we can!

- http://www.tokyohive.com/article/2014/11/an-interview-with-morning-musumes-sayumi-michishige-in-nyc

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From H!O's Twitter:

[EN] Extra tickets of Sayumi Michishige graduation's live on sale tomorrow (11/14) from 10AM JST!
- http://www.helloproject.com/news/2216/

- https://twitter.com/UpFrontLink/status/532757140033654784
- http://www.helloproject.com/news/2216/

[etranger01]

big THX JFC for all your updates!

evrery time i am dealing with this topic, i am sitting in front of my screen, burying my face in my hands, getting a heart rate far from healthy and having the feeling of throwing up any minute...
you others are all so much into the new era 'already', while i am stuck in the past and i just can't stand the situation now.

if you would write a message for that book, what would you write?
don't get me wrong. i would not copy & paste that, i just need to know what would be adequate.

Help needed: wasn't there an address from upfront where you can send gifts to the idols? i also forgot: does shige drink alcohol? if its pink? < help very appreciated!

THX!

[JFC]

Talking about her time in MM and getting a surprise visit from Kaorin on an episode of Oshare-ism:

20141116 「おしゃれイズム 」道重さゆみ

[JFC]

Sunnovabitch, it's less than 48 hours from now.

Morning Musume。’14’s Sayumi Michishige Gets Farewell Bash Broadcasted Live
November 24, 2014

All good things come to an end – but for better things to fall together! After 11 years of being a member of Morning Musume。’14 (the longest in the group’s history), eighth unit leader Sayumi Michishige is finally leaving the group, but it’s not over just yet.

Michishige’s final live performance, “Morning Musume。’14 Concert Tour AKI GIVE ME MORE LOVE ~Sayumi Michishige SOTSUGYO KINEN Special~,” scheduled to be held on Nov. 26 at Yokohama Arena will be broadcasted live in 29 movie theaters across Japan as well as in Hong Kong, Taiwan and Korea.

Other idol crews Juice=Juice and S/mileage will be opening up for this special event, another thing to keep your eyes out for.

Moumusu fans, make sure to put your hands together one last time for Sayumi Michishige as Morning Musume。’14 moves onto its next step. Tickets for the overseas viewings are available on the official websites of the corresponding theaters.

■ Morning Musume。’14 Concert Tour AKI GIVE ME MORE LOVE ~Sayumi Michishige SOTSUGYO KINEN Special ~FINAL Live Viewing
Date: November 26, 2014 (Wed.)
Time: 6:00pm (JST)
Venues: 29 movie theaters in Japan, Hong Kong the sky, Taiwan Vie Show Cinemas Taipei Hsin-Yi, Korea MEGABOX COEX

Official website:
http://www.helloproject.com/morningmusume

YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/morningmusumechannel

Facebook:
www.facebook.com/Morningmusume.Official

Google+:
http://plus.google.com/+morningmusume

- http://www.mtv81.com/news/morning-musume-14-sayumi-michishige-gets-farewell-bash-broadcasted-live/

[shirenuファクトリー]

If anyone's figured out where the ticket purchasing is, I'd love to know.. lol

[john_hung]

x1000000000000000000 but for real this time 

[sayumi_fan]

Just have to say ...  to my sweet Sayumi!  Good luck and hope you have a great future, thank you for all the hard work and hope to see you some more on my screen and tablet!  Other than that, I'm kinda lost for words right now...

[DivineIdolMayu]

Thank you for the 12 years in Morning Musume, Sayumi!

I am going to miss you very badly  but I wish you good luck to your future plans.

[kuro808]

That was epic for a graduation concert!!!

Well... I can't believe it but this was beyond belief for any graduation concert

#thankyouSayu

[shirenuファクトリー]

Some photos



Goddess


Beautiful face


This amazeballs dress that reminds me of the poupeegirl days


Sayu sees Maachan is next xD


Hugging Riho, who was a mess




Congratulations on your graduation, Sayumin




BEST GRADUATION EVER!

My fav bits: Sayumi calling her fans just a wee bit WEIRD in her graduation speech, and totally getting away with it because she's Sayumi.

Sayumi burning Eripon, who was trying to get Sayumi to do Ganbatte Ikuta, but only received a "ganbatte kudasai"


Sad that it seemed there was something wrong with her leg, maybe someone can clarify that a bit.

From @wotatranslation:



 

[pikapikapika]

Ahh it was the best, she really will be missed, and she got the send off she truly deserved!

She can have some well deserved rest now, she's worked so hard for us for so many years, what a star

Wherever and whenever you appear next, it will be special.