Unlike the fast-paced lifestyle of an actress, she described her post-retirement life as "dull and boring" in initial reports.
Group Response and Next Steps
The most popular theory suggests that “Ichika Mats” is Nagase’s anonymous alter ego. For years, fans noted that Nagase seemed uncomfortable with her “sweet girl” image. The leaked audio of her complaining about the “persona” lends credence to this. By declaring her retirement and simultaneously updating the Ichika Mats archive, she may be burning her old identity to the ground. yui nagase declares her retirement ichika mats updated