Nogizaka46 to release 43rd single ‘Kimi Loss’ in December

Japanese idol group Nogizaka46 has announced the release of their 43rd single, titled ‘Kimi Loss’, scheduled for December 2, 2026. The announcement was made during an episode of their regular program, ‘Nogizaka Koujichuu’.

The single will be available in five versions, including four limited editions (Types A through D) that include Blu-ray content, and one standard CD-only edition. The specific song formation for the new single is expected to be revealed during the October 18 broadcast of ‘Nogizaka Koujichuu’.

This release follows a significant year for the group, which included the release of the album ‘My respect’ in January and a three-day concert series at the Tokyo Dome in May. Following the graduation of third-generation captain Minami Umezawa, fifth-generation member Satsuki Sugawara has taken over as the fourth captain. Additionally, a national tour featuring the group's sixth-generation members is set to begin on October 26.