AKB48 Team 8 is a unique unit within the Japanese idol group AKB48, established in 2014 through a collaboration with Toyota. Unlike other AKB48 teams, Team 8's concept is "Idols who go meet you," featuring members selected from each of Japan's 47 prefectures. This nationwide representation allows Team 8 to engage with fans across Japan, embodying the group's motto of "idols you can me... akb48team8.net/