Announcement regarding BUDDiiS YUMA

Thank you so much for your continued warm support for BUDDiiS.

We would like to provide an update regarding member YUMA, who was previously announced to be taking a break from activities for a certain period.

Since the suspension of activities, we have prioritized the recovery of his/her health and have carefully considered future activities in consultation with him/her.

However, given her previous health issues and pre-existing medical conditions, her doctor has diagnosed that continuing group activities involving intense performances would place a significant strain on her body and would be difficult.

Despite her continued unstable health, she has strived to recover and return to her activities.

After consulting with doctors and holding numerous discussions with YUMA himself, we have decided to prioritize his health and future, and respecting his request, that he will be graduating from BUDDiiS today.

Please note that, considering the individual's current health condition, we do not have any graduation-related events planned. We appreciate your understanding.

To all the fans who have always supported YUMA and eagerly awaited her return, we express our heartfelt gratitude for your warm support up until now.

The time we spent together as BUDDiiS, and everything YUMA has left behind, will always remain precious to us.
Going forward, our greatest wish is for his health and well-being, and we will respect his decision and support him as he goes along.

To all our fans and everyone involved, we sincerely apologize for having to make this announcement and for causing you so much worry and inconvenience.

We would greatly appreciate your continued support for YUMA and BUDDiiS.

November 1st
SDR Inc.

 

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This is Fuminori.

To all my buddies, I'm so sorry for the sudden announcement regarding Yuma.
It was very difficult to put into words, and we ourselves thought about what we should convey every day.

I'm frustrated.
I'm truly disappointed.

When I think about how Buddy is feeling, I just can't find the right words to say to him.
I've been living through the days leading up to today.

I don't think this is a situation that can be sorted out immediately, and I'm not asking you to accept it.
The days I've spent with Yuma up until now have truly been sparkling and precious.

BUDDiiS has saved me so many times.
I apologize if what I'm saying sounds irresponsible.
I believe that the days I spent with Yuma and the many stages we stood on as BUDDiiS will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all our buddies.

I believe they'll always come to my rescue.
Please come back and read this again when you've sorted things out.
BUDDiiS has always been there for you, Buddy.

It's okay if it takes several days, or even several years.
We both look down.
I want to move forward together with you.

Please let me embrace all my sadness as well.
As a friend, I'll always be cheering for Yuma's future life.
The most important thing is that you're smiling and healthy.
I really love Yuma.

I'm so lonely! Really...
but,
Yuma! Let's do our best together!
I'll always be cheering you on!!!

BUDDiiS will definitely bring smiles to Buddy's face, carrying Yuma's feelings with them.
I'll send you home happy.

I think there are many people who are unable to move forward.
I'll always be close by, so please don't worry.

We, BUDDiiS, have been saved so many times by your love.
Please let me give you lots in return.
I will continue to move forward so that one day I can turn my sadness and frustration into smiles.

FUMINORI
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I apologize for surprising you with this announcement.
I myself am filled with loneliness, so I'd like to share a few words.

Throughout our time as BUDDiiS, YUMA and I have had many opportunities to talk about the future together, right from the very beginning.

There were fun times, frustrating times, and goodbyes, but looking back, I think all of them were important experiences that shaped who we are today.

It's difficult to put into words the complex emotions I've experienced: the difficulty of making this decision, the sadness I feel towards my buddies, and the desire to stand on stage with them more.

Although her activities will be changing from now on, I hope that YUMA will continue to move forward in her own unique way.

And to all my buddies who always support me.
I will continue to do my best to ensure that everyone can enjoy themselves and leave with a smile.

Please support us BUDDiiS and YUMA.

KEVIN
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To everyone who always supports us

We apologize for having to make this announcement so suddenly.
We regret to announce that member YUMA will be graduating from the group.
Right now, I'm just filled with feelings of regret and loneliness.
YUMA himself has sincerely confronted himself and, after repeated discussions, has arrived at this difficult decision.
I wondered if these were the right words to say to YUMA.
I'm sure YUMA also had things he left undone.
As a teammate, I feel there are many things we still need to accomplish together.

However, there are also aspects where we can understand each other's feelings and thoughts.
There are parts I can understand.
I myself am not a particularly strong person, either mentally or physically.

Of course, health comes first,
Everyone is different, and in life, you may encounter unexpected illnesses and
Some illnesses are invisible to the eye and can be quite difficult to understand.

I myself have felt frustrated because I couldn't perform as well as I wanted, and from the early days BUDDiiS, we've had similar weaknesses and faced the same obstacles.
We've always worked hard together, laughing at each other's struggles and going at the same pace.

YUMA is a place where people help each other.
He was the kind of person who would reach out to the weakest part of me deep down inside.

If I make a comeback...
We also had a conversation on the phone about how we would do our best together.
I was really looking forward to it, so I hope I recover quickly too.
Thank you so much for supporting BUDDiiS during my hiatus. Thank you for covering our songs.
During this time, I got a lot of laughs and felt much better while watching it at home.

Carrying on the weight of all the background and feelings of BUDDiiS, where YUMA was a part.
BUDDiiS will continue to shine brightly without ever fading.
I would appreciate your support.

Thank you as always for your warm support.

MORRIE
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To my buddy who always supports us

I'm sure this sudden announcement has surprised you or made you feel sad.

I myself have been working with YUMA for about 9 or 10 years, counting from when we were trainees.
I'm honestly sad that my classmates are graduating.
All the time we've spent together, all the memories we've made, and the views we've seen on stage—it's all a precious treasure to me.

YUMA's past as a member of BUDDiiS will never change.
That's why I hope everyone will not only feel sad, but also warmly support YUMA's new beginning.

Meeting YUMA, working together, and finding my buddy – these are all things I cherish.
It made me realize once again that everything is a miracle and not something to be taken for granted.
That's why I will continue to cherish every single moment.
I want to give my all to what's in front of me.

I hope that both YUMA's future and BUDDiiS 's future can be supported by buddies, with smiles on our faces.
We'll continue to move forward in our own way, so we'd be happy if you'd stay by our side.

SEIYA
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To everyone who always supports me

I haven't told you all until today, but in 2023 I developed a chronic illness, and since then I've continued my activities while managing my health.
While I felt joy as the group grew and the scope of our activities expanded, I also felt frustrated that my body wouldn't move the way I wanted it to and that I couldn't dance with all my might.
As a dancer, I always want to deliver the best performance. As a member of a group, I want to keep running at full speed together with everyone.
Because of these feelings, I've been troubled by the fact that I can't deliver a performance that I'm satisfied with myself, and that it's affecting the performance of the entire group.

After much internal struggle, seriously considering my own future and the future of the group, and consulting with the agency staff, I have decided to move forward and graduate.
I am truly sorry for this sudden announcement, and for the patience of everyone who has been waiting for my recovery.

To all my buddies who accepted me no matter what I was like and were always on my side.
Thank you so much.
Your smiles, cheers, and your very presence were my greatest support and driving force.
And I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the members and staff who have overcome difficult times together with me and always supported me.

Even after graduating from the group, I sincerely wish more than anyone for the happiness of all my beloved buddies and for the group to soar to even bigger stages.
I believe that the connection between you all and me won't end here, and I hope that someday I can show you all my healthy self in a different form.

The time I spent with all of you is an irreplaceable treasure to me.
Thank you so much for meeting me.

YUMA
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Yuma will be graduating from BUDDiiS.

I apologize for this sudden announcement and for surprising all of you buddies.
Yuma is incredibly compassionate and loves BUDDiiS very much, so I think he would have wanted to continue performing even if his body had reached its limit.

However, after discussing it together, we decided that prioritizing our own health and happiness as individuals, before being part of BUDDiiS, is paramount, and as a group, we have made this difficult decision.
To be honest, even the other members haven't fully come to terms with it yet, but we think that by showing Yuma that we're slowly moving forward, he'll be able to relax.

Going forward, we will continue to be a group that Yuma can be proud of having been a member of BUDDiiS.
I'm sure there will be times when you all feel lonely seeing the eight members of BUDDiiS together in the future.
It's perfectly understandable that Yuma fans, in particular, are devastated and may never recover.
I know it might be inappropriate for me to say this as a member, but I'm not saying you have to continue supporting us, and I think taking a break from BUDDiiS for a while to protect your own mental well-being is one option.
I hope that Yuma and all the Buddy members stay healthy and happy.
If you feel like coming to see us again, we'll always welcome you, and we'll spend another wonderful time together then.

And the fact that his graduation is so regrettable is proof that Yuma has continued to bring so much happiness to others.
Despite his chronic illness, I think he did a great job as a member of BUDDiiS.

Even after graduation, the fact remains that Yuma has been a part of BUDDiiS, running alongside us through this journey.
While cherishing all the memories we've made so far, I will continue to work hard to bring happiness to all of my buddies.
We hope you will continue to support BUDDiiS in the future.

SHOW
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I apologize for this sudden announcement.

Personally, I'm filled with feelings of regret, sadness, and regret because of this result.

The time I spent with Yuma keeps replaying in my mind.
We met when we were trainees, and as BUDDiiS, we've experienced both joyful and sad times, and seen so many wonderful sights. And Yuma has always been by my side.
In the seven years since I met him, there have been many days when we lost confidence and felt down together, and many days when we resolved to keep trying despite everything.
I had taken the time I spent with him for granted, and I thought it would continue indefinitely.

There are still so many sights I want to see with you and so many feelings I want to share, and I can't help but feel that there isn't enough time.

That's why there are still some things I can't fully accept, and I think all my buddies who have been running alongside me feel the same way.

However, time has passed, BUDDiiS will continue on.
Right now, I feel like all I can do is carry the memories and feelings I have for Yuma with me and give it my all for both of us.

Yuma will always remain an important person to me. I wish him happiness.

I don't think all of my supportive buddies need to force themselves to recover from their sadness.
I would be happy if you would walk alongside me little by little from now on.

TAKUYA
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Thank you as always for your warm support.
As previously announced, member YUMA will be graduating from the group.

First of all, I'm sorry for this sudden announcement.
This is the answer we arrived at after considering our future steps and YUMA's situation.
I'm going to miss you so much. I loved YUMA's sharp and funny words, and the time we spent together.
That will never change, and it's something very important.

That's why I hope all of you buddies will join us in supporting Yuma's future.

Above all, I am deeply sorry to have to deliver such sad and disappointing news to everyone.
Also, no matter how long it takes, let's all move forward together, buddies and all.
First, we will demonstrate our stance and actions.

And personally, I promise that we will become a group that you will not regret supporting, a group that is truly serious and gives its all.
We promise to continue being a group that brings happiness to the people in front of us, carrying YUMA's legacy as well.
So, right now, I want to face everyone and accept what they've said.
We hope you'll continue to support BUDDiiS in the future.

FUMIYA
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To everyone who always supports me.
 
I apologize for this sudden announcement and for surprising you.
After many discussions and respecting his wishes, we have decided that Yuma will graduate.
 
Because we've worked together for so long, there are a lot of different emotions involved, and there are many things that I can't quite put into words, and many things that I haven't been able to sort out yet.

The time we spent together as BUDDiiS, and the shared experiences we've seen on various stages, will never fade from my memory.
Because we were members who spent a lot of time with Yuma outside of work, we got to see many different sides of him: how happy he looked when talking about BUDDiiS, his casual side, when he would sometimes show his vulnerable side, but also how he would always look forward and do his best.
I was looking forward to and proud of continuing to share the same dream with you and to be able to stand on stage together for many years to come.
That's why, along with the feeling of regret, I realized that working together wasn't something to be taken for granted.

Similarly, the existence of our buddies who support us is not something we should take for granted.

Even if you can't accept it right away, or if you can't feel positive, I don't think you need to force yourself.
It's okay no matter how long it takes.
 
We will never forget our gratitude to everyone who has supported us through thick and thin, and we will cherish every moment we have spent together and every thing we can do now.

And, wishing for Yuma's health and happiness, we would be grateful if you would continue to watch over us as we move forward in our own way.
 
Thank you so much for your continued support.
 
We would appreciate your continued support for BUDDiiS and Yuma.

SHOOT