Ai Pet Fuzozo Hits #1 on Makuake on Day One, Tops 35 Million Yen in Three Days
The rapid crowdfunding success signals strong consumer interest in tangible, personality-driven AI companions that blend conversation and physical interaction, moving beyond screen-only virtual pets.
Reporting from 1 sources: ASCII.jp.
Fuzozo Co., Ltd. launched a crowdfunding project for the AI pet "Fuzozo" on Makuake on May 29, 2026. On the first day it reached #1 on Makuake's "Today's Ranking," and within three days total support exceeded 35 million yen. The palm-sized plush AI pet converses, reacts to touch, and develops a personality through daily interaction.
Fuzozo Co., Ltd. announced that its AI pet "Fuzozo" reached #1 on Makuake's "Today's Ranking" on its first day of launch, May 29, 2026, and surpassed 35 million yen in total support within three days. The palm-sized plush AI pet is designed to be spoken to and touched, with reactions to forehead and chin strokes. Its personality develops over time based on daily interactions. The project is supervised by voice actor agency Aoni Production, which helped shape natural Japanese conversation. A dedicated app lets users check growth status, read diaries based on interactions, and use friend functions between multiple Fuzozos.
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