In a swift turn of events, Juri, a prominent Japanese member of the Woollim girl group Rocket Punch, has decided to part ways with the group after five years of shared successes. The announcement, made on May 24, has sparked a wave of curiosity and intrigue among fans worldwide.

Juri initially garnered attention as a member of the illustrious Japanese idol ensemble AKB48. Her fame transcended borders when she participated in the widely acclaimed idol survival program "Produce 48," where she showcased her talent and charisma on an international stage.

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Moments after the news of her departure broke, Juri took to her Instagram platform to unveil her latest venture-a bespoke "K-pop consulting service" tailored specifically for enthusiasts and aspiring artists in Japan and beyond.

This unexpected career shift marks Juri's foray into the consultancy realm, leveraging her extensive experience in both the J-pop and K-pop spheres.

In her Instagram post, Juri articulated her mission to offer comprehensive "international online" support to individuals aspiring to venture into the dynamic realms of K-pop and K-beauty.

With her wealth of experience as a seasoned J-pop and K-pop idol, she aims to provide invaluable mentorship and guidance to budding talents, nurturing their dreams of making it big in the competitive entertainment industry.

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Juri's bold career move has not gone unnoticed, as netizens flooded her social media platforms with messages of encouragement and admiration for her entrepreneurial spirit.

Among the myriad of supportive comments, some highlighted the strategic brilliance of her decision, citing her unique blend of experiences as a testament to her suitability for the role:

• "Wow, are there that many people vying to become a K-pop artist in Japan?"
• "Since she has been both a J-pop idol and a K-pop idol, she probably has a lot to say as a mentor."
• "That's really smart of her."
• "It seems like there are already quite a few academies like that in Japan, so an experienced person like her may work well as a K-pop consultant."
• "It seems that she made a good future career choice by taking advantage of her experience."

Juri embarks on this new chapter of her professional journey, her strategic pivot into K-pop consulting holds immense promise. With her unparalleled insight and firsthand experience of navigating the intricacies of the entertainment industry, she is poised to make a lasting impact on the aspiring talents she mentors.

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Written by Cassidy Jones.