Nijisanji VTuber Roco Kaburaki self-released a free short novel game titled 'My VTuber Friend Lost Her Memory' on June 5, 2026, and fellow liver Ruri Shioriha played it on stream the same day.
Nijisanji VTuber Roco Kaburaki independently produced and released a free short novel game titled 'My VTuber Friend Lost Her Memory' on June 5, 2026, to coincide with Roco Day. The game is available for Windows until September 13. Kaburaki created the scenario, dialogue, and illustrations herself, starting from a conversation with ChatGPT in mid-May. She noted that the game is unrelated to her own story. Fellow Nijisanji liver Ruri Shioriha played the game on stream later that day.
Kaburaki stated she began development knowing nothing about Unity and completed a rough novel game with five endings. The release demonstrates how a VTuber can leverage personal skills to create original content outside of standard streaming. The game's title and premise-a VTuber friend losing her memory-are fictional and not based on any real events within Nijisanji or the broader VTuber industry.
No further updates or expansions for the game have been announced. Kaburaki continues her regular activities as a Nijisanji liver. The project remains a standalone self-released work with no connection to any agency-wide initiative or commercial publishing.
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SAS Business, a new platform connecting companies with V-livers for promotions, announced its first two projects: a Japanese Tea PR Ambassador Contest in collaboration with tea brand Chakumi, and a station poster campaign that will feature 100 V-livers selected by lottery. The contest runs June 18-30, 2026, with winners earning the right to create original blended tea leaves or sell collaborative tea leaves.
AttendMe Inc. announced a new VTuber project, Saikyou Majo VTuber, and is holding auditions for one witch-concept talent. The application period runs June 15 to July 7, 2026. Staff from VARiSE affiliate Ookami Bibi's debut and production are involved. The project offers support in streaming, short video, SNS, and promotions. Illustration is by MAIRO. Successful candidates will work under VTuber production Buipuro.
Streamer k4sen revealed a new VTuber form on a June 14 Twitch stream. The character, named Shinpo-kun, is a white fluffy mascot with Live2D modeling and interchangeable parts, designed by illustrator Touma Yuu. It will be used primarily for YouTube streams from home. This is k4sen's third VTuber transformation, following a 2018 hyper-realistic model and a 2024 realistic avatar for the Qiddiya Gaming booth at Tokyo Game Show.
VTuber agency Nibuota V Production signed a proxy contract with independent VTuber Anne Hydrangea on June 15, 2026. The contract, the agency's second after one with Sarara Imenaga, aims to support her 4th anniversary activities while respecting her autonomy. Commemorative goods, including limited clear files with handwritten messages, are now available.
Diana Co., Ltd. is holding a second in-store promotion featuring virtual talent Kizuna AI for 14 days leading up to her June 30 birthday. New visuals show Kizuna AI wearing +diana sneakers and a DIANA bag. Customers spending ¥10,000 or more receive a clear file or sticker, and a 3D model of the sneakers is available for free on BOOTH for VRChat use.
Momosaki Milk, a member of the 2.5D idol VTuber group Quinte under the Love Box production, will perform at V Cafe vol.262 on June 21, 2026. The event, organized by Bunka Hoso at LIVE SPACE Q in Akihabara, includes live singing, talk sessions, and a meet-and-greet. New acrylic keychains and other goods will be sold on the day.
Thirdwave, operator of PC store Dospara, signed agent contracts with VTubers Aio Nekoken, Tsunakan Magunekko, and Tai Kokou through its DCP AGENT creator support division. The three were selected from a game streamer recruitment round last December. They will receive project introductions, promotions, and technical help, and each will get their own program.
COVER Corporation and Gleaeastudio have opened pre-orders for a 1/6 scale figure of hololive English talent Ninomae Ina'nis in her artist outfit. The figure is available in standard and deluxe editions, with platform-exclusive bonuses. Pre-orders on the Taiwan-exclusive platform zeczec run through September 30, 2026, with overseas sales planned via Cmer.
The second volume of My Favorite Vtuber is Scary IRL places communication at its center, according to a Siliconera review. Characters handle awkward situations by talking through problems: the Vtuber, her delivery guy, and new rival Akari bond over shared fandom; the Vtuber learns to assert herself; and a major cliffhanger results from a vulnerable confession. The volume avoids frustrating miscommunication tropes.
Virtual singer YuNi announced her departure from her agency TOY'S FACTORY at the end of March 2026, and the establishment of her own company, YuNi on BMC Inc., on April 9, 2026. She made the announcement during a livestream on June 14, the eighth anniversary of her debut. YuNi will serve as the representative of the new company. She cited a desire to take on challenges she could not pursue under her previous agency, where budget constraints limited her activities in a rapidly changing industry. With the new setup, YuNi is resuming several projects: the self-produced music unit cyAnos, which had been inactive since December 2023; cover song video uploads; member-only game streams; and a weekly YouTube singing stream. The first singing stream is scheduled for June 15 at 8:00 PM. Alongside the announcement, she launched a crowdfunding campaign on CAMPFIRE to fund original song production and live events. The campaign reached its 5 million yen target within about 20 minutes and has raised over 9 million yen as of writing. YuNi plans to discuss stretch goals with her staff. She also announced a YuNi ONLINE LIVE for the end of October 2026.
The virtual idol group GEMS COMPANY, produced by Square Enix, ended its activities in December 2024. On June 14, 2026, the official account posted a reboot announcement under the new name GEMSCOM, along with an image of four members. The account and branding have already changed, and past content may become inaccessible.
REJECT Inc. announced a drink stand collaboration at SHIBUYA109 Shibuya Store featuring VTubers Tenki Pururu, Tooko, Inoue Shinichiro, and Zuzu. The event runs June 19 to July 22, 2026, with eight original food and drink items, limited goods, and special videos on the store's large vision and the 109 Forum Vision.
New Meta LLC has established a new VTuber agency called New Meta, specializing in idol activities. The first-generation talent, student idol VTuber Otohana Yuuri, will debut on June 23 with her first stream on YouTube.
The VRChat community event Chomatafes 2026, held on May 23, drew record attendance and praise for its digital numbered ticket system and paid priority entry passes. Organizer Narugami detailed the event's origins, from a canceled 2020 offline meetup to the 2024 VRC Daikoryukai, which drew 4,000 attendees. The 2026 edition featured a daytime marketplace and an evening networking session with 700 participants, with a total budget of 6.6 million yen.
Round 2 of the Capcom Creators JP Cup, an official Street Fighter 6 tournament for 100 creators, begins today. Twelve participants split into four teams compete in 3-on-3 matches with special Trap Card rules. The event streams on CapcomChannel and includes a viewer hashtag campaign.
Virtual singer and rapper Sakusuzume, signed to Pony Canyon's HAMMER COLLECTIVE label, will release her fifth single "Look Ahead" digitally on Wednesday, June 17. The track is co-produced by hirihiri, a member of the music project PAS TASTA, and rapper and producer Yaca (YACA IN DA HOUSE). The song is described as a high-speed hyperflip track, a genre of electronic music defined by extreme editing, distortion, and heavy sampling. Lyrics and composition are credited to Yaca, with composition and production by both Yaca and hirihiri. A music video for the single will premiere on the HAMMER COLLECTIVE official YouTube channel at 8:00 PM on June 17. Later that same day at 9:00 PM, Sakusuzume will host a YouTube live stream where she plans to make a "major announcement." Sakusuzume began her activities in July 2025 with her debut song "Silent Prism," which featured lyrics and composition by Daoko and sound production by Pa's Lam System. In 2026, she contributed to the ending themes of two TV anime series, increasing her visibility as a virtual singer.
AWA Inc. announced the second wave of artists for its online event International Singing Contest Vol. 2, set for July 10, 2026. New participants include Japanese VSingers Quon Tama and Utagawa Letora, and Taiwanese VSingers Earendel, Iruni, and Vaswawa. The event pits Japan and Taiwan teams against each other, with the winning team earning promotional rights in both countries.
ClaN Entertainment announced that its global VTuber project IZIGENIA will exhibit at Anime Expo 2026 and OFFKAI Expo Gen 5 in California. The project will screen special videos, sell venue-exclusive merchandise, hold meet-and-greet sessions, and feature special guest appearances. Four talents are listed: Ruridori Kafka, Sedric Alfiere, Eruu Claymie, and Shao An.
Bandai released a gashapon series of mini CD collections featuring songs from Hololive 3rd Generation's first EP, "#Kyururun Daisakusen." The lineup includes seven types, four of which are "Yokubari Computer Girl" with replica member messages, plus three other tracks. Each capsule costs 500 yen and became available from the second week of June 2026.
Vα-liv member Tomori Manaka suffered a left leg muscle tear during a lesson on June 11, 2026, forcing her to cancel her appearance in the first performance of the Marinasu-hosted festival "MUSH MUSH!!" and a scheduled stream. Her birthday live on July 1 may proceed depending on recovery, and she remains scheduled for the Idolmaster series event "IDOL WORLD SUPER FESTIVAL 2026" in late July.
Virtual artist unit HIMEHINA held their first overseas solo concert at Zepp New Taipei in Taipei on June 6, 2026, as part of their world tour 'LIFETIME is BUBBLIN'. Tickets sold out in one minute. The 2,200-capacity venue was filled with fans who sang along in Japanese during a 41-song, two-and-a-half-hour set. The show was not streamed.
Creators Trend, operated by Corecatis, has started a business partnership support program for streamers, VTubers, and VLivers on 17LIVE. The program uses a partnership format rather than affiliation, letting individual streamers keep their own activity style while receiving contract handling, order reception, gift forwarding, goods production, and workshop support.
Dwango's Nico Nico Division opened pre-entry for Orison V7, a Vtuber audition whose grand prize is an original song by top creator Mitchie M. The winning track will also be distributed on JOYSOUND karaoke nationwide. Top finishers get guest slots on Nico Nico programs and magazine features.
COVER Corporation announced the return of hololive night to Taiwan in July 2026, expanding to four event days across two venues: Tianmu Baseball Stadium on July 4-5 and Taipei Dome on July 21-22. Five talents recorded exclusive content, and the mascot Houshou Kumarine will make her Taipei debut. A limited cheering package of 1,200 total will go on sale June 15.
The 2.5D idol VTuber unit Rabipare!! will hold the YouTube singing relay event Vui no Ne Utaguta Relay Vol. 4 on June 13, 2026, from 16:00 to 22:30 JST. The event features 12 performers from major agency affiliates to independent artists, with the theme 'Songs to Deliver to Important People.' A solo offline live follows on July 11 in Shinjuku.
AUTOMATON covered a roundtable hosted by Live2D and Celsys where VTuber Emma Kayamori, illustrator Ryosuke Fukai, and Live2D modeler Himono Kanbutsu discussed the communication and workflow behind creating a VTuber model, focusing on the period before a request is made.
Independent VTuber Shiteharu reached 100,000 YouTube subscribers in about two and a half months since starting activities on March 23, 2026. She announced her first live stream for June 20 at 19:00, lasting 30 minutes to an hour. Shiteharu gained popularity through short videos and describes herself as a being only within videos.
FESTIVER, a fandom lifestyle brand, has launched a collaboration collection with hololive English VTuber Mori Calliope. The lineup includes tech accessories like phone cases and earphone cases, as well as collectible acrylic stands and a mousepad. The collection is available exclusively through South Korean sales channels starting June 12, 2026, with a 15% discount for fans who purchase from the official FESTIVER store.
Thirdwave has released the second wave of its VSPO! collaboration gaming PCs under the GALLERIA brand. The desktop models feature custom panels and wallpapers for 11 VTuber members, plus new system voices for two members. Prices start at 439,980 yen. A jack event runs at the GALLERIA Lounge in Akihabara through August 18.
ANYCOLOR announced on June 11 that Nijisanji and NIJISANJI EN will release a Rainy Day Laundry merchandise line on June 12 at 19:00 JST. The collection, themed around rainy days and coin laundries, features five popular male livers: Ibrahim, Nagao Kei, Hitotsubashi Ayato, and Fuwa Minato from Nijisanji, and Luca Kaneshiro from NIJISANJI EN. The lineup includes 11 product types: aurora acrylic stands, random can badges, acrylic panels, random photo-style cards, shake shake keychains, face towels, fabric mists, pouches, hanger clips, tote bags, and sticker sets. Prices range from 350 yen for a random photo-style card to 3,800 yen for a tote bag. The fabric mists come in five scents, each tied to a specific liver, such as Ibrahim's citrus floral and Luca Kaneshiro's cool citrus. Sales run through the Nijisanji Official Store and the NIJISANJI EN Official Store, with shipping scheduled from mid-June onward. Purchase limits apply per person per transaction.
Cover Corporation announced that hololive VTuber Rui Takamine will release the EP "The LEGENDARY" on June 11, 2026, and hold her first solo live concert "REBELLION" at Kanadevia Hall in Tokyo on December 16, 2026. A regular radio program on BAYFM78 will also begin July 3.
Somethingfun Inc. has launched a music project called Somefun Music Entertainment within its liver division Samufan! to discover and develop musical talent among active livers. The project is not a new label but an activity support initiative. The first artist is 23-year-old singer-songwriter Furuichi Rei, who has already gained attention on TikTok LIVE.
Bandai Namco Experience will release the Nijisanji Chips 9 Amusement Limited BOX as a prize at Namco and Namco Online Crane nationwide from June 23, 2026. The box contains four bags of potato chips and includes 46 types of randomly inserted original cards featuring 21 participating livers.
CyberAgent will release Nijisanji Chips Vol.9 (Salt Flavor) on June 23 at FamilyMart, Animate, Village Vanguard, and other stores. Each 253-yen bag includes one random card from a set of 46 featuring 21 livers. Store-specific bonuses include limited-edition postcards and die-cut stickers, plus an X campaign giving away a complete card set to three winners.
Virtual artist Risa Makou of Re:AcT released the new song 'Yoake no Machi' on June 10. The track blends Showa-era kayokyoku with neo-city pop, produced by kova. Simultaneously, merchandise including a music keyholder went on sale, and the song debuted as in-game BGM for the title 'Stogra,' played during a live scene of character Rui Majima.
Hyakumantenbara Salome announced an indefinite hiatus via a YouTube stream, citing declining physical condition and a desire to travel and work on other projects. She initially planned a July 2026 return but changed it to indefinite. The Nijisanji Vtuber debuted in 2022 and set a record for fastest million subscribers.
One Connect announced three VTubers from its virtual talent agency Buivan Production will debut on YouTube. Suzunone Naru streams June 12, Akaito Mikoto on June 13, and Yoisame Rito on June 20. The trio were selected from over 400 applicants in a 2025 audition.
ONE LOOP Inc. has established a new VTuber production called Game HIGH Person ni Narimashite., abbreviated as Gehigh, which focuses on game streaming activities. The company announced that auditions for six first-generation members will begin on June 12, 2026. The production emphasizes passion for games, first-time reactions, and community building with fans. Streaming styles such as live commentary, participatory streams, strategy guides, and analysis are welcome, and genres including FPS, RPG, horror, and retro games are all eligible. The six characters whose souls are being recruited are Kuro Lucifer, Lily Michaela, Suzaku Sutherland, Mimi Todoroki, Lala Desmond, and Luna Luna Lulu. The selection process has three steps: application via form, document screening and online interview, and final acceptance with debut preparation. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and capable of continuous streaming activities. Support for successful candidates includes character creation, stream design, environment setup, activity improvement, and collaboration development. The production is managed by ONE LOOP Inc.'s Gehigh Production Management Team.
Toyo Institute of Art & Design will hold a special lecture titled "Techniques to Draw and Showcase Cuteness" on June 21, 2026, featuring illustrator Suimya, who designed characters for VTubers Nekozuki Mio and Watamiya Ahiru. The free event targets high school students and vocational school aspirants, with advance reservation required.
Third Wave released the second wave of GALLERIA collaboration PCs featuring 11 Vspo! members on June 10, 2026. The lineup includes custom panels for Ema Aizawa, Luna Shinomiya, Tsuna Nekota, Ramune Shiranami, Akari Yumeno, Kuromu Yoruno, Kokage Tsumugi, Hanabi Choya, Moka Amamusubi, Saine Ginjo, and Chise Tatsumaki. New system voices for Saine Ginjo and Chise Tatsumaki are also available. The Akihabara GALLERIA Lounge is decorated with collaboration theming until August 18.
Virtual talent agency Buion Production announced the first YouTube streams for three new talents: Suzunone Naru, Akaito Mikoto, and Yoisame Rito. The streams run June 12, 13, and 20. The talents were selected from over 400 applicants in auditions held from June to August 2025. The agency, operated by One Connect Inc., aims for monetization within 2026.
ANYCOLOR Inc., the operator of Nijisanji, announced its full-year financial results for the fiscal year ending April 2026 on June 10, 2026. Revenue reached approximately 55.7 billion yen, a 29.9% increase year-on-year. Operating profit rose 23.9% to about 20.2 billion yen, and net profit increased 22.4% to roughly 14.1 billion yen. The commerce segment led growth, rising 36.8% to approximately 38.1 billion yen, driven by the Nijisanji 8th anniversary campaign and pre-sales for Nijifes 2026. Events revenue grew 44.9% to about 4.1 billion yen, supported by more large-scale performances. YouTube views for the fiscal year hit 6.2 billion, up 17.3%. The number of VTubers increased by a net 9 to 179, and revenue per VTuber rose from 252 million yen to 311 million yen. For the fiscal year ending April 2027, ANYCOLOR forecasts revenue of 56 to 60 billion yen and operating profit of 18 to 20 billion yen, citing disciplined management of VTuber usage frequency and rising personnel costs. The company also set a medium-term target of 80 billion yen in revenue and 26 billion yen in operating profit by fiscal year ending April 2029.
Metatropi Inc. announced the launch of a new VTuber group called Yonjo-han Project (Yonpro) on June 10, 2026, and opened auditions to recruit four members who will work together as a group. The company, which already operates the VTuber group Aslla beStar, said Yonpro emphasizes members sharing a common worldview while collaboratively building the group's atmosphere and content. Applications are accepted via the official audition website until July 8, 2026. Eligible applicants are women aged 18 or older who can communicate in Japanese; no prior streaming or video posting experience is required, and independent talents may also apply. Successful candidates will receive Live2D models and streaming equipment from the office. Compensation is a fixed salary plus revenue-sharing model. The selection process has four stages: document and video screening, an online interview, a streaming review, and an offline interview. The company stated it wants applicants who enjoy anime, games, streaming culture, or creating content with others.
KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO announced on June 10 that its music unit Kuusou will hold its first solo virtual mini live, titled "KUUSOU VIRTUAL MINI LIVE 'Kuusou Palette'," on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The main performance will be streamed for free on Kuusou's official YouTube channel starting at 19:00 JST. Paid multi-angle tickets, priced at 2,000 yen, will be available on the platform Z-aN, allowing viewers to watch from multiple perspectives. Kuusou is a unit formed by virtual singer CIEL, who is affiliated with KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO and sang the theme song for the theatrical anime "Pompo: The Cinéphile," and singer-songwriter Sooda, who gained attention through the unit Amayadori and has 160,000 TikTok followers. The unit debuted at CIEL's solo live "RETURN TO SUNNY - Saisei -" in late 2025 and released their first song "Transparent Meteor Rhapsody" in January 2026. The mini live will feature the first performances of songs from their debut EP "CYAN," which releases on June 17, as well as a new song not included on the EP.
IPG Inc. has partnered with ANYCOLOR to add NIJISANJI liver data to the G-Guide TV program guide app and web version. Users can now search for affiliated talents by name, view official images and profiles, and set favorites for airtime notifications. The collaboration marks the first time G-Guide has handled VTuber information.
LawsonTicketXone, a professional e-sports team sponsored by Lawson Ticket, debuted its first VTuber on June 13. Shirahoshi Mizuki, the new talent, posted a greeting on her X account on June 10 saying she wants to be everyone's cheerleader. Her YouTube channel is live and accepting subscriptions ahead of her debut stream. The team, which competes in Apex Legends through the Apex Legends Global Series, established a VTuber division in February 2026. The division aims to merge e-sports and digital entertainment through game streaming, social media promotion, and event appearances. Shirahoshi Mizuki is the first member of this division. Her character design was handled by illustrator Fujima Takuya, known for the manga Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha ViVid and VTuber Nijikawa Raki. Live2D animation was done by ku_shi. The visual shows long hair with white and blue inner color and a costume with a crosshair motif. LawsonTicketXone is operated by Lawson Entertainment Inc., which runs the Lawson Ticket service.
Nijisanji announced pre-orders for Higuchi Kaede celebration goods starting June 9, 2026 at 18:00 JST, commemorating her YouTube channel reaching 1 million subscribers. The lineup includes a Gold Niji Papetto plush, a Squeeze Mascot, and an Acrylic Flower Base. Orders run until July 8 on the Nijisanji Official Store, with shipment from mid-September.
Kuroda Mameta's manga 'I'm a Beautiful Girl VTuber' released its first volume on June 9. The story follows middle school student Nekoma Fumihime, who hides his high-pitched voice by streaming as VTuber Nekohime Nyanyan, only to discover his childhood friend is a devoted fan of his online persona.
CyberAgent released the hololive Dreams Snack vol. 2 Umashio Flavor on June 9. Each bag randomly includes a game original illustration sticker of one of 16 hololive production talents, including Ayame Ookami, Pekora Usada, Marine Houshou, and IRyS. The snack is sold at FamilyMart, Animate, HMV, and other stores for 253 yen.
Aww Inc. began offering HITO, an interactive AI virtual human, on June 9, 2026. The service uses real-time voice AI for natural conversation, supporting up to 15 languages and designed to handle facility guidance and customer service. It targets labor shortages and inbound tourism needs across industries like transportation, hotels, and medical institutions.