# Manatsu Akimoto birthday celebration

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/manatsu-akimoto-birthday-celebration
> Updated: 2026-09-21T12:16:52.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Former Nogizaka46 captain Manatsu Akimoto marked her birthday by sharing photos on Instagram with Erika Ikuta, a fellow first-generation member, and comedian Osamu Shitara. 

The celebration included a cake with a ‘Happy Birthday Manatsu’ message. Akimoto expressed her gratitude for the gathering and noted that Shitara, whom fans call the group’s ‘official older brother’ due to his history with Nogizaka46 variety programs, remained kind and supportive.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-21: Manatsu Akimoto celebrates birthday with Erika Ikuta and Osamu Shitara

Manatsu Akimoto shared Instagram photos celebrating her birthday with Erika Ikuta and Banana Man’s Osamu Shitara, highlighting their enduring bond since their Nogizaka46 days.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manatsu-akimoto-celebrates-birthday-with-erika-ikuta-and-osamu-shitara

### 2026-09-13: Shota Matsuda celebrates 41st birthday with wife Kozue Akimoto

Actor Shota Matsuda celebrated his 41st birthday by sharing a stylish photo with his wife, model Kozue Akimoto, while reflecting on the importance of health and gratitude.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shota-matsuda-celebrates-41st-birthday-with-wife-kozue-akimoto

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