Wed Apr 30 02:20:00 UTC 2025: ## TBS Announcer Nomura Sayako Returns to News Broadcasting

**Tokyo, Japan** – TBS announcer Nomura Sayako announced her return to news broadcasting on her Instagram account (@nomurasayako). After taking a leave of absence due to overwork, Nomura resumed her duties in April.

Nomura shared her excitement about returning to live news, stating that while the live broadcasts are nerve-wracking, she finds the real-time experience rewarding. She currently anchors news segments within the TBS programs “Ravitte” (Tuesdays) and “Hiruo-bi” (Tuesdays). She also expressed her joy at reconnecting with colleagues in the newsroom.

Her Instagram post was met with an outpouring of support from fans, welcoming her back to the airwaves.

Nomura, the daughter of renowned Kyogen performer Nomura Mansai, joined TBS in 2020 after graduating from Keio University. She initially took a leave of absence in September 2023, with TBS publicly attributing the cause to overwork. Her return marks a positive step in her career.

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