Reona Matsushita (松下玲緒菜), a former member of Japanese idol group Manoke Cha (まねきケチャ), has announced that she will retire from the entertainment industry following a farewell concert on December 19, 2026.
Matsushita shared the news in a post on her X account titled “To everyone who has always supported me,” thanking fans for their backing throughout her career. “I’ve been able to keep going for about 11 years thanks to everyone who supported me through every moment,” she wrote.
She revealed that her final live performance will take place at TAKE OFF 7 in Shibuya, Tokyo, on December 19, 2026. Matsushita said she plans to continue updating some of her social media accounts afterward, but confirmed that in-person activities such as lives and events with fans will conclude on that date.
Matsushita first appeared onstage with Manoke Cha when the group made its live debut in August 2015, becoming one of its early members. She left the group in October 2022, marking her graduation with a one-man concert celebrating the group’s seventh anniversary. Since then, she has continued performing as a solo artist.
Who is Reona Matsushita?
Reona Matsushita is a Japanese singer who rose to prominence as an early member of Manoke Cha, an idol group known for its energetic live performances and strong following within Japan’s underground idol scene. After debuting with the group in 2015, she remained a member for roughly seven years before graduating in 2022. Following her departure from Manoke Cha, Matsushita pursued a solo music career, continuing to perform live for fans. Her upcoming December 2026 show will mark the end of her decade-plus run as a public-facing entertainer.
