AKB48 Group (AKB48グループ?) is the general term used to address AKB48 and its sister groups as a collective. As of January 2024, AKB48 Group has thirteen groups under its name, with 6 based in Japan and 7 based in other countries across Asia. AKB48 Group also has a General Manager (Soukantoku, 総監督), which acts like the leader of the entire group. The current General Manager is Kuranoo Narumi, who has assumed the title since March 17, 2024.
Current Groups
| Group | Logo | Formation Date | Location | Group Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AKB48 | 
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2005.12.08 | Akihabara, Tokyo | Pink |
| SKE48 | 
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2008.07.30 | Sakae, Nagoya | Orange |
| NMB48 | 
|
2010.10.09 | Namba, Osaka | Leopard Pattern |
| HKT48 | 
|
2011.05.01 | Hakata, Fukuoka | Black |
| NGT48 | 
|
2015.01.25 | Niigata, Niigata | Cherry Red and White |
| STU48 | 
|
2015.01.25 | Setouchi Region, Japan | Blue and White |
| JKT48 | 
|
2011.09.11 | Jakarta, Indonesia | Dark Red |
| BNK48 | 
|
2017.02.12 | Bangkok, Thailand | Orchid |
| MNL48 | 
|
2018.04.28 | Manila, Philippines | Blue |
| AKB48 Team SH | 
|
2018.07.24 | Shanghai, China | Pink and White |
| AKB48 Team TP | 
|
2018.08.25 | Taipei, Taiwan | Gradation Orange and Yellow |
| CGM48 | 
|
2019.06.10 | Chiang Mai, Thailand | Tradewind |
| KLP48 | 
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2024.06.01 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Green |
Former Groups
| Group | Logo | Formation Date | Disband/Changed Date | Location | Group Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OJS48 | 
|
2010.10.13 | 2010.10.20 | Akihabara, Japan | Brown |
| SDN48 | 
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2009.07 | 2012.03.31 | Akihabara, Japan | Teal |
| TPE48 | 
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2018.02.04 | 2018.07.30 (Changed to AKB48 Team TP) | TaiPEi, Taiwan | Gradation Orange and Yellow |
| MUM48 | 
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2017.12.27 | 2019.06.19 (Changed to MUB48) | MUMbai, India | Green |
| IZ*ONE | 
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2018.10.29 | 2021.04.29 | Seoul, South Korea | Pink and White |
| SGO48 | 
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2018.11.17 | 2021.12.22 | SaiGOn, Vietnam | Lotus |
| DEL48 | 
|
2019.06.19 | 2022.07.13 | DELhi, India | Orange and White |
| MUB48 | 
|
2019.06.19 | 2022.07.13 | MUmBai, India | Green and White |
AKB48
AKB48 (short for AKihaBara48) is a Japanese all-female idol group based in Akihabara, Tokyo, where they have their own theater in Don Quijote. The group, established in 2005, is produced by Akimoto Yasushi and signed under EMI Records Japan/Universal Music Japan.
Regular Members
AKB48 Regular Members currently has 36 members. They were formed on October 17, 2023. They have 1 member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Iwatate Saho, Murayama Yuiri, Fukuoka Seina, Mukaichi Mion, Oguri Yui, Kuranoo Narumi, Shitao Miu, Takahashi Ayane, Nagano Serika, Hashimoto Haruna, Chiba Erii, Suzuki Kurumi, Taguchi Manaka, Nagatomo Ayami, Muto Orin, Yamauchi Mizuki, Omori Maho, Tokunaga Remi, Sakagawa Hiyuka, Ota Yuki, Sato Airi, Hashimoto Eriko, Hatakeyama Nozomi, Hirata Yuki, Hotei Moka, Masai Mayuu, Mizushima Miyuu, Yamazaki Sora, Akiyama Yuna, Arai Sae, Kudo Kasumi, Kubo Hinano, Sako Yumemi, Narita Kohina, Yagi Azuki, Yamaguchi Yui
Team Kaigai
AKB48 Team Kaigai currently has 4 members in KLP48.
- Team Members:
Gyoten Yurina, Kurosu Haruka, Kai Kokoa, Yamane Suzuha
AKB48 Kenkyuusei
AKB48 Kenkyuusei are trainee idols from AKB48. They fill in for absent members in the theater and are promoted to official members of AKB48 to replace graduated members. They currently have 8 kenkyuuseis.
- Team Members: Ito Momoka, Okumoto Kairi, Kawamura Yui, Shiratori Sari, Hanada Mei, Oga Saki, Kondo Saki, Maruyama Hinata
SKE48
SKE48 (short for SaKaE48) is a Japanese idol group produced by Akimoto Yasushi. They are the 1st sister group of AKB48. The group has their own theater in Sunshine Sakae, in Nagoya (Aichi Prefecture). The 1st generation members were announced on July 30, 2008, debuting on October 5, 2008.
Team S
Team S currently has 13 members. They were formed on July 30, 2008. Their team color is Orange. Their Team Leader is Aikawa Honoka, and their Team Co-Leader is Kumazaki Haruka. They have no member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Aikawa Honoka, Ishiguro Yuzuki, Ito Kokomi, Iriuchijima Sayaka, Kumazaki Haruka, Kurashima Ami, Sakamoto Marin, Sugimoto Riina, Nomura Miyo, Hara Yune, Nakano Airi, Yamamura Sakura, Suzuki Kokona
Team KII
Team KII currently has 13 members. They were formed on May 25, 2009. Their team color is Red. Their Team Leader is Ito Miki, and their Team Co-Leader is Kamata Natsuki. They have 1 member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Arano Himeka, Ikeda Kaede, Ito Miki, Inoue Ruka, Okuno Kokoha, Kamata Natsuki, Kitagawa Yoshino, Sato Kaho, Sawada Kanon, Shinohara Kyoka, Sugawara Maya, Fujimoto Fuyuka, Matsumoto Chikako
Team E
Team E currently has 14 members. They were formed on December 6, 2010. Their team color is Light Sea Green. Their Team Leader is Akahori Kimie, and their Team Co-Leader is Aoki Rika. They have 1 member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Aoumi Hinano, Aoki Rika, Akahori Kimie, Asai Yuka, Ida Reona, Ota Ayaka, Omura Anzu, Kamimura Ayuka, Kawamura Yua, Suzuki Ena, Nakasaka Miyu, Nakamura Izumi, Nishii Mio, Morimoto Kurumi
SKE48 Kenkyuusei
SKE48 has 20 Kenkyuusei (Research Students, 研究生). They have no member pending graduation.
- Kenkyuusei: Kakimoto Rena, Kuramoto Hana, Takamura Saya, Hasegawa Miyabi, Matsukawa Miyu, Minamisawa Coco, Ota Manae, Kawamura Shoko, Kubota Rei, Kumoi Sana, Kuwahara Tsubaki, Kondo Mikoto, Sakurai Arisa, Sasaki Nozomi, Tachibana Ayame, Tamura Mayu, Hijiri Haruka, Fukuhara Koharu, Miyamoto Rinka, Yokoi Shiho
NMB48
NMB48 (short for NaMBa48) is a Japanese all-female idol group based in Namba, Osaka, where they have their own theater, located in the Yes-Namba Building. The group, established in 2010, was the second sister group of AKB48.
Team N
Team N currently has 12 members. They were formed on March 11, 2011. Their group color is Team N. The current team captain is Hirayama Mai, and the co-captain is Tanaka Yukino. They have no member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Aobara Yuka, Ikeda Tenna, Izumi Ayano, Kawakami Chihiro, Kojima Karin, Shibutani Sayuki, Tanaka Yukino, Hirayama Mai, Fukuno Ami, Matsuoka Sakura, Matsumoto Mihina, Miyamoto Ami
Team M
Team M currently has 12 members. They were formed on January 26, 2012. Their group color is Team M. The current team captain is Ike Honoka, and the co-captain is Manabe Anju. They have 1 member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Ike Honoka, Itagaki Koyori, Tanaka Misora, Nishi Yuma, Nishijima Rio, Nishida Honoka, Haga Rei, Manabe Anju, Mikamo Kurumi, Yamamoto Mikana, Yoshimi Ayane, Wada Miyu
Team BII
Team BII currently has 15 members. They were formed on October 10, 2012. Their team color is Team BII. The current team captain is Deguchi Yuina, and the co-captain is Sakashita Mako. They have 1 member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Aobara Waka, Abe Wakana, Kinugasa Ayami, Kuroshima Sakura, Sakashita Mako, Sakata Misaki, Sakamoto Risa, Sakurada Ayaka, Shiotsuki Keito, Shinzawa Nao, Tatsumoto Yayoi, Deguchi Yuina, Funahashi Reina, Mizuta Shiori, Yoshino Misaki
Kenkyuusei
NMB48 has 13 Kenkyuusei. They have no member pending graduation.
- Kenkyuusei: Ishiyama Chihiro, Uchida Aisha, Kine Iroha, Shibuya Asana, Takahashi Kotone, Takeda Kyoka, Tanaka Miria, Nakagawa Tomoka, Nagata Fuuka, Miyazaki Sae, Miyahara Konon, Murai Yuri, Yamaguchi Mio
HKT48
HKT48 (short for HaKaTa48) is a Japanese idol group based in Hakata, Fukuoka, where they have their own theater in E • ZO Fukuoka. The group, established in 2011, is the third Japan-based sister group of AKB48.
Team H
Team H currently has 13 members. They were formed on March 4, 2012. Their team color is Sulu Green. The current team captain is Toyonaga Aki. They have no member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Ikuno Rina, Ichimura Airi, Ishibashi Ibuki, Ishimatsu Yuina, Kitagawa Hiiro, Kurihara Sae, Sakamoto Rino, Shibui Mina, Toyonaga Aki, Fujino Kokoha, Fuchigami Mai, Yamauchi Yuna, Yanase Reia
Team KIV
Team KIV currently has 16 members. They were formed on April 22, 2014. Their team color is Charlotte Blue. The current team captain is Imamura Maria. They have 1 member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Akiyoshi Yuka, Izawa Miyu, Ihara Hanna, Imamura Maria, Kuriyama Rina, Eguchi Kokoha, Ouchi Rinka, Oba Risaki, Sakamoto Erena, Takemoto Kurumi, Tachibana Kokoro, Tanaka Iori, Jitoe Nene, Fukui Karen, Morisaki Saaya, Yasui Hina
HKT48 Kenkyuusei
HKT48 has 17 Kenkyuusei (Research Students, 研究生).
- Kenkyuusei: Aoki Hinako, Ishii Ayane, Ishikawa Amiyu, Ijima Riria, Eura Yuka, Katahira Sara, Kure Yuna, Matsumoto Urara, Matsunaga Yui, Matsumoto Moka, Nakano Minami, Nagano Rara, Tsutsumi Fuka, Tsurukawa Nachi, Yamakawa Maria, Yoshida Mei, Ryuto Ayane
NGT48
NGT48 (short for NiiGaTa48) is an all-female Japanese idol group and the 4th domestic sister group of AKB48. The group has their own theater in Lovela 2 building in Niigata.
1st Generation
NGT48's 1st Generation currently has 2 members. They were formed on July 20, 2015. They have no member pending graduation.
- Members: Seiji Reina, Nishigata Marina
3rd Draft
NGT48's 3rd Draft currently has 2 active members. They were drafted into NGT48 on January 21, 2018. They have no member pending graduation.
- Members: Sato Kairi, Fujisaki Miyu
2nd Generation
NGT48's 2nd Generation currently has 2 members. They were formed on June 12, 2018. They have no member pending graduation.
- Members: Otsuka Nanami, Mimura Hino
3rd Generation
NGT48's 3rd Generation currently has 7 members. They have no member pending graduation.
- Members: Kitamura Yuha, Suizu Natsuki, Sugimoto Moe, Isobe Rua, Kita Hanae, Kimoto Yuna, Suzuki Ririka
Kenkyuusei
NGT48's Kenkyuusei (NGT48 研究生; Research Students). Currently, they have 23 kenkyuuseis. They have 1 member pending graduation.
4th Generation
5th Generation
- Members: Aso Juna, Isozaki Nana, Okumura Momoka, Kimoto Anna, Sato Hiroka, Shinzawa Aoi, Sekinoyama Nagi, Takashima Yua, Nishikawa Haruna, Hara Ayumi, Matsuzaka Saho, Yoshihara Merii, Azama Yui, Adachi Yume, Omachi Yuka, Kai Mizuki, Kitazawa Mone, Sato Yuka, Suto Rinka, Taniguchi Haruka, Tsujita Tokine Nakata Asami Minagawa Hiyori
STU48
STU48 (short for SeToUchi48) is an all-female Japanese idol group and 5th domestic sister group of AKB48.The group formerly had a shipboard theater, and sailed through the seven prefectures of Setouchi Region (Yamaguchi, Hiroshima, Okayama, Hyogo, Tokushima, Kagawa and Ehime) from April 2019 to May 2021.
1st Generation
STU48's 1st Generation currently has 4 members. They were announced on March 31, 2017. They have no member pending graduation.
- Members: Ishida Chiho, Taniguchi Mahina, Hyodo Aoi, Fukuda Akari
3rd Draft
STU48's 3rd Draft currently has 2 members. They were drafted into STU48 on January 21, 2018. They have no member pending graduation.
- Members: Shinano Soraha, Nakamura Mai
2nd Generation
STU48's 2nd Generation currently has 12 Members. They were formed on October 27, 2021. They have no member pending graduation.
- Members: Ikeda Yura, Utsumi Rine, Osaki Serika, Kawamata Yuuna, Kudo Riko, Sako Himeka, Shimizu Sara, Takao Sayaka, Muneyuki Rika, Yoshida Sara, Watanabe Natsuki, Harada Sayaka
2.5th Generation
STU48's 2.5th Generation currently has 4 Members. They were formed on May 3, 2022. They have no member pending graduation.
- Members: Okada Azumi, Okamura Rio, Kurushima Yuka, Morokuzu Noa
3rd Generation
STU48's 3rd Generation currently has 4 Members. They were formed on May 1, 2024. They have no member pending graduation.
- Members: Arai Ria, Ishihara Yuuna, Morisue Himena, Sogawa Saki
Kenkyuusei
STU48's Kenkyuusei (Research Students (研究生)). They currently have 3 kenkyuuseis.
- Members: Okuda Yuina, Kitazawa Ichigo, Hamada Hibiki
JKT48
JKT48 (short for JaKarTa48) is an Indonesian all-female idol group, based in Jakarta, Indonesia, where they have their own theater in the fX Sudirman mall. The group, established in 2011, was the first sister group of AKB48 outside of Japan.
Promoted Member
JKT48's Promoted Members are the fully promoted members. They currently have 33 members. They were annouced on January 8, 2021. They have no member pending graduation.
- Members: Alya Amanda, Amanda Sukma, Angelina Christy, Anindya Ramadhani, Aurellia, Cathleen Nixie, Celline Thefani, Chelsea Davina, Cornelia Vanisa, Cynthia Yaputera, Dena Natalia, Desy Natalia, Febriola Sinambela, Feni Fitriyanti, Fiony Alveria, Freya Jayawardana, Gabriela Abigail, Gendis Mayrannisa, Gita Sekar, Grace Octaviani, Greesella Adhalia, Helisma Putri, Indah Cahya, Indira Seruni, Jessica Chandra, Jesslyn Elly, Kathrina Irene, Lulu Salsabila, Marsha Lenathea, Michelle Alexandra, Mutiara Azzahra, Raisha Syifa, Shania Gracia
Trainee
JKT48's Trainee currently has 25 Members. They were annouced on December 18, 2021.
- Members: Abigail Rachel, Adeline Wijaya, Astrella Virgiananda, Aulia Riza, Aurhel Alana, Bong Aprilli, Catherina Vallencia, Fritzy Rosmerian, Hagia Sopia, Hillary Abigail, Humaira Ramadhani, Jacqueline Immanuela, Jazzlyn Trisha, Jemima Evodie, Letycia Moreen, Michelle Levia, Mikaela Kusjanto, Nayla Suji, Nina Tutachia, Nur Intan, Oline Manuel, Regina Wilian, Ribka Budiman, Shabilqis Naila, Victoria Kimberly
JKT48V
JKT48 Sub Unit JKT48V has 3 members. They are the second Virtual Sub Unit of AKB48 Group after AKB0048. They were annouced on August 23, 2023.
- Members: Kanaia Asa, Pia Meraleo, Tana Nona
BNK48
BNK48 (in short for Bangkok48) is a Thai Idol Group and the 2nd international sister group of AKB48, after Indonesia's JKT48. The group has their own theater in The Mall Bangkapi, on Bangkok,Thailand. BNK48's logo features the orchid color (bright rich purple color) a popular flower in Thailand. Their Current Captain is Hoop.
Team BIII
BNK48's Team BIII (ทีมบีทรี). Their team color is Pale Oyster. They currently have 12 members. Their Team Leader is Hoop, and their Team Co-Leader is Earn. They have no members pending graduation.
Team NV
BNK48's Team NV (ทีมเอ็นไฟว์). Their team color is Cerise. They currently have 10 members. Their Team Leader is Popper, and their Team Co-Leader is Kaofrang. They have no member pending graduation.
Trainee
BNK48's Trainee are trainee idols from BNK48. The official trainee color is Indigo. They currently have 14 trainees.
- Members: Arlee, Berry, Galeya, Jew, Khaimook, Mayji, Micha, Nall, Nammonn, Neen, Niya, Proud, Sindy, Saonoi
MNL48
MNL48 (in short for Manila48) is a Filipina girl idol group based in Metro Manila, Philippines, the 3rd international sister group of AKB48, after Indonesia's JKT48, and Thailand's BNK48. The logo color of MNL48 is based from the blue motif color of the Philippine flag.
MNL48 Theater will be located at Centris Station Mall in Quezon City Philippines and will open soon.
1st Generation
MNL48's 1st Generation (MNL48 1期生) are the promoted members of MNL48. Their team color is Gold. They were announced and officially formed on December 15, 2022 during MNL48 Christmas Concert "Magical Night of Love". Currently, they have 5 active members.
2nd Generation
MNL48's 2nd Generation (MNL48 2期生) are the promoted members of MNL48. Their team color is Silver. They were announced and officially formed on December 15, 2022 during MNL48 Christmas Concert "Magical Night of Love". Currently, they have 5 active members.
- Members: Ashley Nicole Somera, Amanda Isidto, Francese Therese Pinlac, Maria Jamie Beatrice Alberto, Klaire Presno
3rd Generation
MNL48's 3rd Generation (MNL48 3期生) are the promoted members of MNL48. Their team color is Dark Pink. They were announced and officially formed on December 15, 2022 during MNL48 Christmas Concert "Magical Night of Love". Currently, they have 10 active members.
- Members: Charmaine Tosoc, Christine Joyce Dela Cruz, Mheijie Dela Cruz, Kathlene Claire Apduhan, Klaryle Mercado, Allyza Mae Roxas, Mariz Iyog, Rachel Frances Suazo, Bhrianna Chua, Rhea Mae Lopez
4th Generation
MNL48's 4th Generation (MNL48 4期生) are the promoted members of MNL48. They were announced and officially formed on June 8, 2024 during MNL48 6th Anniversary Event "Through the Years". Currently, they have 4 active members.
- Members: Caroline Antero, Joey Ira Panganiban, Leana Bince, Mechelle Abrio
AKB48 Team SH
AKB48 Team SH (short for AKihaBara48 Team ShangHai) (SH队) is an all-female Chinese idol group and the 4th international sister group of AKB48. The 1st Generation members were announced on July 24, 2018. The debut single, LOVE TRIP, was released digitally on December 3, 2018.
1st Generation
AKB48 Team SH's 1st Generation. They currently have 8 members. They have no members pending graduation.
- Members: Mao WeiJia, Shen Ying, Shi KeYan, Song XinRan, Wei Xin, Wu AnQi, Ye ZhiEn, Zhu Ling, Zhuang XiaoTi
2nd Generation
AKB48 Team SH's 2nd Generation. They currently have 4 Promoted members and 1 Trainee. They no members pending graduation.
- Promoted Members
- Members: Cheng AnZi, Gong LuWen, Gui ChuChu, Kong KeXin
- Trainee
- Member: Wu YiTing
3rd Generation
AKB48 Team SH's 3rd Generation. They currently have 4 members. They have no members pending graduation.
- Members: Qiu DiEr, Wang AnNi, Xie WenJie, Zhang JiaZhe
4th Generation
AKB48 Team SH's 4th Generation. They currently have 4 Promoted Members and 1 Trainee. They have no members pending graduation.
- Promoted Members
- Members: Chen JiaYi, Wang XiaoYang, Zhu JingChen, Zhang YiLin
- Trainee
- Member: Wu Fan
5th Generation
AKB48 Team SH's 5th Generation. They currently have 1 Promoted Member and 2 Trainees. They have no members pending graduation.
- Promoted Member
- Member: Zheng YuShan
- Trainee
- Members: Du XinYi, Wang YuTing
6th Generation
AKB48 Team SH's 6th Generation. They currently have 2 members. They have no members pending graduation.
- Members: Huang ZhenXuan, Wei XiaoYa
7th Generation
AKB48 Team SH's 7th Generation (研修生). They currently have 5 trainees. They have no members pending graduation.
- Members: Yu YunShi, Chen YunHan, Cheng LeKuan, Gu XinQin, Li YunXi
AKB48 Team TP
AKB48 Team TP (short for AKihaBara48 Team TaiPei) (formerly known as TPE48 (short for Taipei48)) is a Taiwanese idol girl group located in Taipei, Taiwan and is the 5th international sister group of AKB48. The motif color of their logo represents the charm of each member gradually growing with the graduation, just like a mango matures and changes the color from time to time.
Unit TIC TAC TOE
AKB48 Team TP's Unit TIC TAC TOE currently has 3 members. Their Leader is Lau Hiu-ching. They have no members pending graduation.
- Members: Lau Hiu-ching, Lin Yu-hsin, Pan Tzu-yi
Unit Peek A Boo
AKB48 Team TP's Unit Peek A Boo currently has 5 Members. Their Leader is Tsai Ya-en. They have no members pending graduation.
- Members: Chang Yu-lin, Lin Yi-yun, Tung Zih-syuan, Tsai Ya-en, Tsai Yi-jou
Trainee
AKB48 Team TP's Trainee (研修生). They currently have 12 trainees. They have no members pending graduation.
- Members: Chang Shao-tong, Chen Yi-ling, Chen Ying-zhen, Chen Zhao-ni, Fan Chiang Yu-en, Hsu Pei-wan, Huang Yi-lin, Huang Yu-yan, Meng Ting-yun, Su Heng-yu, Wong Mann-ling, Yi Pin
CGM48
CGM48 (short for ChianG Mai48) is the 1st domestic Thai idol sister group of BNK48, and the 6th international sister group of AKB48. The group was announced through BNK48's Thank You & the Beginner @Chiangmai on June 2, 2019. The 1st Generation members were announced on October 26, 2019.
Team C
CGM48's Team C (ทีมซี). They currently have 14 members. Their Team Leader is Jingjing, and their Team Co-Leader is Kaiwan. They have no member pending graduation.
- Team Members: Napassanan Thambuacha, Kodchaporn Leelatheep, Arunya Kaewmalai, Manita Chanchai, Vithita Srasreesom, Kyla Ziyun Khoo Pimlapas Suwannoi, Manichar Aimdilokwong, Phitchayapha Supanya, Pronwarin Wongtrakulkit, Penpichaya Boonsaner, Pinpana Saengboon, Wacharee Danphasukkul, Sita Teeradechsakul
Trainee
CGM48's Trainee currently has 13 members.
- Members: Sasicha Wongwatanaanan, Phattaratida Chongprasankiat, Munchupa Moonklang, Supapit Sripairoj, Thidatip Jiraphan, Pimnara Rumruaymunkong, Sirathreethip Panachanapat, Pitchayathida Sonthisakwanna, Rapeephan Chaemcharoen, Nattarika Boontua, Panalee Aksornvanich, Nattapond Pinyoying, Tantaya Shishida
KLP48
KLP48 (short for Kuala LumPur48) is a Malaysian all-female idol group based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. KLP48 is the 10th international sister group of AKB48. The group was announced on January 1, 2024.
1st Generation
KLP48's 1st Generation currently has 13 members. They have no member pending graduation.
- Members: Ann Drea Tey, Made Devi Ranita Ningtara, Elley Amanda Wong, Elyvone Tiffany Ticha Anak Donaldin, Foo Yi Shyan, Gyoten Yurina, Kai Kokoa, Kurosu Haruka, Yamane Suzuha, Mireille Chin Yi Ling, Shuen Hiu Yau, Salwa Sunanda, Tan Zi Tong
Former Groups
OJS48
OJS48 (short for OJiSan48) was an all-male Japanese group produced by Akimoto Yasushi. All the members are former police officers and detectives from Osaka. After releasing its first single unsuccessfully, OJS48 was disbanded in the same year that it was formed.
- Members: Nakatani Mitsuo, Ohji Ichio, Hatahara Kanae, Maruo Yasuyuki, Mizufune Susumu, Yamada Kenji, Kikkawa Shoichi, Sugitani Hiroshi, Yukinori Takagi, Seko Yasuhide Eguchi, Yuushin Matsumoto, Mitsuyoshi Shimizu Chikashi, Mikio Murabe, Tsubouchi Nobuyuki, Taguchi Yasuyuki
SDN48
SDN48 (short for SaturDayNight48) was an Japanese all-female theater-based idol group produced by Akimoto Yasushi, and signed under Universal Music Japan. The group was known to be the mature version of AKB48, as the members were all aged 20 and above. The group was announced as an "adult only" show performed every Saturday at 10 PM in AKB48's Akihabara-based theater.
1st Generation
SDN48's 1st Generation (SDN48 1期生). They were originally announced on July 2009, followed their transferred members from AKB48 and SKE48 on August 23, 2009 until December 1, 2009. They were disbanded on March 31, 2012.
- Members: Akita Kazue, Imayoshi Megumi, Umeda Haruka, Urano Kazumi, Okochi Misa, Ohori Megumi, Kaida Juri, Kato Mami, Kouchi Masami, Kohara Haruka, Kondo Sayaka, Sato Yukari, Serina, Chen Qu, Tezuka Machiko, Nachu, Nishikunihara Reiko, Noro Kayo, Hatakeyama Chisaki, Mitsui Hiromi
2nd Generation
SDN48's 2nd Generation (SDN48 2期生). They were originally announced on May 10, 2010.
- Members: Aikawa Yuki, Akiko, Ito Mana, Oyama Aimi, Kimoto Yuki, KONAN, Takahashi Yui, Tsuda Marina, Natsuko, Fukuda Akane, Fujikoso Yumi, Hosoda Miyuu, Matsushima Rumi
3rd Generation
SDN48's 3rd Generation. They had 6 members.
- Members: Kojo Seara, Komatani Hitomi, Shinahama Saemi, Siyeon, Tojima Hana, miray
TPE48
TPE48 (short for TaiPEi48) was a Taiwanese Idol Group and the 4th international sister group of AKB48. The 1st generation members were announced on February 4, 2018.
Trainee
- Members: Abe Maria, Chang Fa-fa, Chang Ching, Chen Lin, Chen Wei, Cheng Chia-yu, Cheng Yu-wei, Chia I-chen, Fujii Mayu, Gao Yun-jue, Honda Yuzuka, Huang Tzu-ching, Kao Yen-chen, Lau Hiu-ching, Lee Chen-si, Lee En-yun, Lee Meng-chun, Li Cai-jie, Li Jia-li, Lin Chia-ying, Lin Chieh-hsin, Lin Yu-hsin, Lin Yi-yun, Liu Jie-ming, Liu Yen-ting, Lo Jui-ting, Liu Yu-ching, Oyama Mirei, Pan Tzu-yi, Po Ling, Sin Tik-kei, Tsai Ya-en, Tsai Yi-jou, Tseng Shih-yu, Tung Zih-syuan, Wang Yi-chia, Wen Chen-chun, Weng Li-fei, Zhou Jia-yu, Chen Shih-ya, Chen Shih-yuan, Kuo Shin-yu, Lin Chieh, Chiu Pin-han, Chang Yu-lin
IZ*ONE
IZ*ONE was a Japanese-Korean pop group, consisting of the 12 winners of the Korean survival show Produce 48. They were created on August 31, 2018, and debuted on October 29, 2018. They officially disbanded on April 29, 2021.
Members
- Members: Jang Wonyoung, Miyawaki Sakura, Jo Yuri, Choi Yena, An Yujin, Yabuki Nako, Kwon Eunbi, Kang Hyewon, Honda Hitomi, Kim Chaewon, Kim Minju, Lee Chaeyeon
SGO48
SGO48 (short for SaiGOn48) was a Vietnamese Idol Group produced by Akimoto Yasushi and the 6th international sister group of AKB48. The 1st generation members were announced on November 17, 2018. Unlike the other 48 Groups, SGO48 is named after the former name of Ho Chi Minh City, which is Saigon.
Trainee
SGO48's Trainees (Học viên, Research Students, or Kenkyuusei). They currently no trainees.
- Members: Vương Mai Linh, Nguyễn Trương Tường Vy, Phạm Lâm Ánh Trúc, Trần Cát Tường, Trần Lý Minh Thư, Võ Ngọc Xuân Ca, Võ Phan Kim Khánh, Ngô Thị Cẩm Nhi, Nguyễn Hồ Trùng Dương, Nguyễn Lê Ngọc Ánh Sáng, Nguyễn Thanh Hoàng My, Nguyễn Thị Minh Thư, Nguyễn Thị Nhi, Châu Ngọc Đoan Thảo, Huỳnh Ngô Kim Châu, Lê Mẫn Nghi, Lê Phạm Thuỷ Tiên, Lê Sunny, Lê Thị Thu Nga