Former TREASURE member Mashiho has decided to open up to fans in a heartfelt letter, approximately 5 months after his departure from the team due to health issues. 

On March 25 KST, Mashiho launched his personal Instagram account, where he dedicated the followings words to his fans in Japanese, Korean, and English.

"To Everyone who supports me,
First of all, I would like to thank everyone who has supported me so far.
I really do appreciate from the bottom of my heart.
And I apologize for any inconvenience and concerns [caused] by my sudden announcement last November.
However, I‘m grateful for watching over me warmly and waiting for me despite the situation.
From now on, I want to try my best to return the favor for everyone who has supported me so far, and hopefully it could be part of everyone's happiness.
I'll keep trying and be strong to deliver my thoughts and heart to everyone someday.
Thank you again for your support and warm heart.
2023 3/25
Mashiho Takata."

Mashiho from Japan debuted as a member of YG Entertainment boy group TREASURE in August of 2020. He announced his departure from the team in November of 2022 alongside another former member Bang Ye Dam.