VTubers, or virtual YouTubers, are online entertainers who use computer-generated avatars to deliver their content. The trend began in primarily Japanese-speaking online circles but has achieved global recognition and popularity. Most VTubers models use Japanese animation aesthetics in their designs regardless of their regional origin.
Due to their virtual platform, VTubers can transcend the constraints of real-world gender, sex, and even physical limitations. Many creators have elaborate backstories, otherworldly or animal characteristics, and magical properties not possible in the real world. As a result, the trend gained widespread appeal as a form of escapism and a platform for unique parasocial relationships.
Vtuber History
Before coining the term "virtual YouTuber," the practice's conceptual predecessors began in the early 2010s. The earliest occurrence of a computer-generated avatar dates back to February 2010. Visual Novel Producer Nitroplus began uploading YouTube videos using a 3D animated model of their mascot, Super Sonico. In June 2011, vlogger Ami Yamato began posting blogs with an animated avatar speaking directly to the camera. The trend picked up in 2014, with VOCALOID weather girl Airi getting her own motion capture show and the creation of Eilene's first YouTube channel, which would eventually host Mirai Akari.
In 2016, Kizuna AI made her debut and first coined the term "virtual YouTuber." Within her first year, Kizuna reached 2 million subscribers, proving to many the viability of this content creation style. After the success of new VTubers Kaguya Luna and Mirai Akari in 2017, the trend saw a major uptick in activity. In 2018, the number of VTubers doubled within a two month period. Future major VTuber agencies, such as Ichikara Inc.'s Nijisanji and Cover Corp's Hololive Production, started building up their activity. By the end of 2019, many of these companies started international branches in Indonesia, South Korea, and China.
By 2020, the number of active VTubers surpassed 10,000. The year saw the rise of more English language VTuber agencies, such as VShojo in the United States and the HololiveEN branch. In 2021, the increase of accessible modeling and motion capture software made it easier than ever for creators to transition into the role of VTuber.
Typical Activity
While VTubers can engage in a wide range of content, they tend to fall into the category of variety streamers. Especially for members of large-scale agencies, the talent is expected to have some degree of singing talent as well as an aptitude for gaming. With these shared attributes, it is easier for VTubers to reach an audience with set expectations and collaborate with other creators.
Gaming
Video games have been a popular topic for YouTubers since the rise of Let's Plays in 2007. Since the 2018 VTuber boom, most creators live stream gaming content as an easy way to connect with viewers through their chat. Certain titles gained popularity among the VTuber community and became almost industry standards as a result. These typically include online, multiplayer battle royale games, like APEX Legends, and open-ended sandbox games, like Minecraft. Horror games became a popular genre due to the often comical, immersive experience it allows for viewers and VTubers. Regardless of their regular content, VTubers also tend to play casual mainstream games after their release, such as major Nintendo titles.
Singing
Due to the heavily vocal nature of VTubers, many end up posting song covers over time. Japanese language VTubers usually post covers under the term "utatte mita," borrowed from the song cover community on the NicoNico Douga app. Most covers feature popular songs from anime or VOCALOID producers and special illustrations for the accompanying video. Talented VTuber singers may expand their activity to include karaoke streams or original music. Several individual VTubers and VTuber groups have signed to major record labels to distribute music outside of their channel.
Popular Vtuber Companies
While the majority of active VTubers operate independently, most of the widely popular VTubers work under a management company. Smaller studios continue to form as the trend rises, but the two major agencies are the Japanese companies Hololive Production and Nijisanji.
Hololive Production
Hololive Production, usually shortened to Hololive, is the virtual talent agency under Japanese tech entertainment company Cover Corporation. The name Hololive originally referred to the company's 3D streaming app released in 2017. In 2018, the brand expanded to include Cover's first wave of female VTubers. Through the next year, Cover created several sub-groups, such as Hololive Gamers and Holostars, their male VTuber division. However, at the end of 2019, all virtual talent activity was consolidated into one agency, Hololive Production. Hololive manages some of the most popular VTubers active today, including Gawr Gura (Gauru Gura), Inugami Korone, and Minato Aqua.
Nijisanji
Nijisanji is the virtual talent agency from Japanese tech entertainment company Ichikara Inc. The group formed in January 2018, launching their first talent wave in February that year. Nijisanji uniquely refers to their talent as "virtual livers" or just "livers," a Japanese and English heteronym for their streamers. Through 2018, the company debuted talent in semi-segregated waves. These waves included the main group, Nijisanji Gamers, and Nijisanji SEEDs. By the end of the year, Nijisanji dissolved the group distinctions and integrated their members together. In June 2020, Nijisanji launched their official English YouTube Channel with translated clips of popular streams. As of May 2021, their most popular VTubers are Kuzuha, Tsukino Mito, and Kanae.
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Kizuna AI is the world's most famous VTuber. Many credit her with pioneering the genre, allowing for new possibilities in virtual reality entertainment. Currently, Kizuna continues to push the boundaries of virtual idols by appearing on national tv broadcasts and conducting v...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Mirai Akari debuted in the birth of the VTuber trend alongside big names Kizuna Ai and Kaguya Luna. Originally conceived as a time traveler, she won over fans with her energetic attitude and dirty sense of humor. Today, she has started the transition to virtual idol with a major ...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Natsumi Moe is an English-speaking VTuber that is considered to be a member of “Eilene’s Family” and a part of ICETEA, a company owned by a VTuber named Eilene that includes several other VTubers.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Yomemi is a Japanese-speaking VTuber that is a part of a group that is often referred to as “Eilene’s Family”. Like most others in this group, Yomemi is affiliated with ICETEA, a company that was founded by Eilene after she left ENTUM in June 2018.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Kaguya Luna had one of the most explosive debuts for a virtual YouTuber. Her wild antics and cool design earned the adoration of hundreds of thousands of fans. At her peak, Kaguya was the second most popular VTuber, surpassed only by the VTuber pioneer, Kizuna Ai.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Akai Haato is a VTuber from Hololive’s 1st Generation that debuted in June 2018. Although she streams games and holds karaoke streams much like other members of Hololive, Akai Haato has managed to craft a unique brand of content that has resonated with a large audience.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Natsuiro Matsuri is a VTuber that belongs to Hololive’s 1st Generation. She first debuted in June 2018 and has since charmed well over 900,000 people with her positive, outgoing personality and playful nature.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Aki Rosenthal is a member of the Hololive 1st Generation and made her first debut in June 2018. Although she had a notably rough start during the beginning of her career as a VTuber, Aki Rosenthal eventually managed to find her own niche among the VTuber community and has reached...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Yozora Mel is a member of Hololive’s 1st Generation and made her debut on YouTube in May 2018. She has since charmed many viewers with her lovely voice and sweet, caring character. Although several members of Hololive had debuted before Mel, she was the first Hololive VTuber to h...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Minato Aqua is a member of Hololive 2nd Generation and, through her endearing airheadedness and stubborn determination, became one of the few VTubers that have surpassed one million YouTube subscribers.
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Oozora Subaru is a VTuber and a member of Hololive’s 2nd Generation and after her debut in September 2018, has gained an impressive base of followers that enjoy her for her seemingly endless energy and tomboyish personality. As of April 2021, Subaru has amassed over 800,000 subsc...
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Nakiri Ayame is a member of Hololive’s 2nd Generation and, after her original debut in September 2018, has earned herself a name in the Hololive and greater VTuber community as a whole with her cheerful personality and infectious laughter.
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Murasaki Shion is a member of Hololive 2nd Generation that debuted on YouTube in August 2018. Her smug and often overconfident personality made her stand out against many other VTubers and has led her to reach nearly 700,000 subscribers as of early 2021.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Yuzuki Choco is a member of Hololive’s 2nd Generation and made her first debut on YouTube in September 2018. Throughout her VTuber career playing games, singing, and chatting with viewers, she has charmed numerous fans with her mature, feminine charm and playful, yet calming voic...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Usada Pekora is a VTuber that is a part of Hololive’s 3rd Generation of their Japanese branch. After her original debut in mid-2019, she quickly became known for her unusual laugh, chaotic antics, and conniving pranks. As of early 2021, Pekora is one of the few VTubers that has r...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Houshou Marine is one of the five different VTubers from Hololive Japan’s 3rd Generation and debuted along with other VTubers like Usada Pekora, Shirogane Noel, Uruha Rushia, and Shiranui Flare. Through her passion for singing, art, and otaku culture, Marine has gained a substant...
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Shirogane Noel is a female knight VTuber from Hololive Japan’s 3rd Generation, also known as Hololive Fantasy. With her kind, caring personality and unwavering determination to see things through to the end, she has gathered a devout fan base and following in the VTuber community...
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Uruha Rushia is a petit necromancer girl that is a member of Hololive’s 3rd Generation. Although she often tries to portray herself as a pure, kind, and timid girl, she can be quick to fly into rage under the right circumstances. Despite her bursts of outrage, however, Rushia has...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Shiranui Flare is a half-elven woman VTuber from Hololive’s 3rd Generation, which is also sometimes referred to as Hololive Fantasy. Although not quite as popular as other members in her generation like Uruha Rushia and Usada Pekora, Flare’s unwavering kindness, and humility has ...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Kiryu Coco is a bilingual member of Hololive’s 4th Generation and is often seen as one of the VTubers that helped bridge the gap between the Japanese and English speaking audiences. Furthermore, Coco is one of the most Super Chat’ed (YouTube’s form of donations) individuals on th...
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Amane Kanata is a Japanese VTuber that is a member of Hololive’s 4th Generation. Her kind-hearted, friendly demeanor and impressive vocal range led her to become very well respected among other members of Hololive and many fans in the Hololive community.
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Tokoyami Towa is a Japanese VTuber that is a member of Hololive’s 4th Generation, which includes other VTubers like Amane Kanata, Kiryu Coco, Tsunomaki Watame, and Himemori Luna. Although she claims to be a devil, her sweet, caring personality and emotional, powerful voice has re...
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Tsunomaki Watame is a Japanese VTuber from Hololive’s 4th Generation and is known for her soft, friendly voice and her focus on music based content on her channel. Since her debut at the end of 2019, she has gained an impressive following in the VTuber community.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Himemori Luna is Japanese speaking VTuber from Hololive’s 4th Generation that is primarily known for her gaming streams as well as her pampered, child-like personality. Although she is not quite as popular as other members of her generation, her love of games and music have cause...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Shishiro Botan is a Japanese VTuber from Hololive’s 5th Generation and is largely known for her calm, yet bubbly personality, experience with first-person shooters, and knowledge of computers.
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Omaru Polka is a Japanese VTuber from the 5th Generation of Hololive and has enamored many viewers in the VTuber community with her seemingly unlimited energy, impressive vocal acting range, and chaotic antics.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Yukihana Lamy is a Japanese VTuber from Hololive’s 5th Generation, which also includes members like Omaru Polka, Shishiro Botan, Momosuzu Nene, and Mano Aloe (now retired). Since her debut in summer 2020, her soft-spoken nature, motherly personality, and love of alcohol have allo...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Momosuzu Nene is a Japanese-speaking VTuber and member of Hololive and is a part of the agency’s 5th Generation along with Omaru Polka, Shishiro Botan, Yukihana Lamy, and Mano Aloe (now retired). Since her debut in August 2020, she has strived to achieve her dreams of becoming a ...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Sakura Miko is a Japanese VTuber that is managed by Hololive and is a part of the agency’s “0th Generation”. As one of the first VTubers to come from Hololive, Sakura Miko helped forge the path of success for many of the members of Hololive that followed, making her quite an impo...
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Tokino Sora is the very first VTuber that was produced by Hololive and is known throughout the Hololive community for her kind, yet playful attitude and her passion for her idol work. As the very first member of Hololive, she is often credited for paving the way for every other H...
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Hoshimachi Suisei is a Japanese VTuber that is currently a member of Hololive. Although she did not formally join Hololive until December 2019, Suisei was originally an independent VTuber that specifically had the goal of becoming a virtual idol from the very beginning, making he...
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AZKi is a Japanese speaking VTuber that is currently the sole member of Hololive Production’s music label brand, INoNaKa Music (often abbreviated to INNK Music) and is the last member of Hololive’s “0th Generation” to make their debut.
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Roboco-san is a Japanese VTuber that is a part of Hololive’s “0th Generation” and was the second VTuber to be produced by the agency after Tokino Sora. As one of the founding members of Hololive, Roboco-san helped the agency become what it is today with her calm personality and s...
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Inugami Korone is a Japanese VTuber that is a member of Hololive GAMERS and, through her adorable mannerisms, interesting game choices, and attempts to reach out to an international audience, is often credited as one of the members that helped bridge the gap between Hololive’s Ja...
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Shirakami Fubuki is a Japanese VTuber that debuted with Hololive as a member of its 1st Generation but later transferred to Hololive GAMERS. In addition to her individual and collaborative VTuber activities, many other Hololive members and fans see Fubuki as an incredibly support...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Nekomata Okayu is a Japanese VTuber that is a member of Hololive GAMERS, a group of Hololive members that focus on gaming rather than singing and other variety streams. With her playful antics and casual personality, Okayu has become one of the few VTuber that have reached over 1...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Ookami Mio is a Japanese VTuber and a member of Hololive GAMERS, a group within Hololive that focuses mostly on streaming video games, as opposed to singing and other variety streams. Although she may not be as popular as the other members in GAMERS, Mio’s calm, motherly nature h...
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Kanade Izuru is a male VTuber from Holostars that is known for his musical talents when it comes to singing and playing instruments. As such, he is known for his karaoke streams and song covers, though he sometimes plays games on his channel as well.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Gawr Gura shook the VTuber fandom with her rapid rise to stardom. In four months, the shark girl gamer became the only VTuber aside from Kizuna Ai to reach 2 million subscribers. Fans love her streaming banter, boneheaded behavior, and her laid-back attitude.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Mori Calliope is an English speaking VTuber with some Japanese fluency from Hololive English that immediately became popular after her debut, which included the release of her first original song, “Excuse My Rudeness, But Could You Please RIP?”, which has over 17.5 million views ...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Watson Amelia is an English-speaking VTuber from Hololive English that, with her high energy and chaotic moments, has caused her to gain a sizable following in the VTuber community.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Ninomae Ina’nis is a VTuber and a member of Hololive English that primarily speaks English, though she has some Japanese skills that let her do collaborations with her Japanese-speaking seniors. As of April 2021, she has charmed over 900,000 people with her calm, wholesome person...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Takanashi Kiara is an English, German, and Japanese-speaking VTuber that is a member of Hololive English. Due to her fluency in both English and Japanese, she often acts like a bridge between the Japanese and English-speaking viewers of Hololive, making her an invaluable member o...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Ayunda Risu is a primarily Indonesian-speaking VTuber that is a member of Hololive’s Indonesian branch. Although the Indonesian branch of Hololive is not as popular as the English and Japanese branches of Hololive, Risu’s quirky, high-energy personality has reached an impressive ...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Kureiji Ollie is an Indonesian, English, and Japanese speaking VTuber that is affiliated with Hololive Indonesia, one of the three branches of female VTubers managed by Hololive Production. Since her debut in December 2020, she has blown away many viewers with her explosive energ...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Moona Hoshinova is an Indonesian and English speaking VTuber that is a member of the 1st Generation of Hololive Indonesia. While Hololive Indonesia does not get as much attention as the agency’s other branches, Moona has still gained a significant amount of followers in the VTube...
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Shigure Ui is a Japanese VTuber and professional illustrator that is known for creating the design of Hololive Production’s Oozora Subaru. Aside from creating Subaru, Shigure Ui is also credited as the character designer and illustrator for the light novel series Osananajimi ga Z...
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Kagura Mea has a reputation as one of the more polarizing VTubers. She received frequent backlash during her early years for her treatment of other VTubers. Her vulgar and sometimes questionable content can be too much for fans of more laid-back, mild content. However, her gap ap...
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Nekomiya Hinata is a popular gaming VTuber, particularly within Japan. Her rise in 2018 earned her a reputation as a skilled shooting game player, contrasting with her cute design. As of 2021, her channel growth has plateaued at around 500,000 subscribers.
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Azuma Lim quickly carved out a niche of fans shortly after her debut in early 2018. As part of the first VTuber boom, Azuma stood out due to her high-quality model and charming "kouhai" personality. However, health concerns and conflicts with her agency disrupted her ri...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Game Club Project was one of the most popular experiments during the first VTuber boom. Complaints about management abuses from the original voice actors sparked one of the biggest controversies in VTuber history. The group's collapse set a precedent for VTuber agencies to tr...
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Kano boasts a fruitful career as an utaite spanning over a decade. In addition to covers, Kano frequently performs anime theme songs and original compositions. She decided to make the transition to VTuber in 2020, expanding her reach as a musician.
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Ironmouse is a popular English language VTuber with a long history in the streaming community. Prior to becoming a VTuber, Ironmouse streamed on Twitch with an anime avatar and made a name for herself with her unique vocal talents. Fans love her wild antics, genuine kindness, and...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Nyatasha Nyanners started gaining fame before the rise of VTubers. Rising from message boards, she joined YouTube as an independent content creator using a pink-haired catgirl as her icon. Today, Nyanners commands a large, loyal fanbase and creates content under the VTuber agency...
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Projekt Melody sparked controversy after her breakout in early 2020. Her presence as the self-proclaimed "first 3D rendered hentai camgirl" initially caused rifts in the adult entertainment industry. Over time, her reputation solidified, making her one of the hottest gr...
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HIMEHINA is a popular Japanese VTuber duo and musical group. Since 2019, HIMEHINA has carved out a reputation as high-quality singers with visually impressive music videos. They plan to release their second studio album in May 2021.
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Since her debut in March 2018, Natori Sana has remained a successful VTuber without an agency affiliation. Fans love her cute design and compelling lore, both perpetuated and denied by the creator herself. Her popularity led to the success of her first solo event celebrating her ...
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Tenjin Kotone gained traction as an independent VTuber during the first VTuber boom of 2018. While she creates a variety of content, she found the most success through singing. Many of her covers of popular Vocaloid songs have over a million views each. She is also an accomplishe...
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Namirin is a former utaite turned VTuber in 2021. She is bilingual, fluently performing songs and holding chat streams in Japanese or English depending on her audience. Her dream is to turn her singing hobby into a lifelong career.
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KAF redefines the conventions of virtual performers in Japan. As a virtual girl immersed in the physical world, KAF's music videos close the gap seen between viewers and VTubers. While her non-musical activity is limited, KAF is gradually opening up to more announcement blogs...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Suou Patra is a popular devil-themed, ASMR VTuber. While her ASMR videos are famous for their soothing quality, Suou's speaking voice is occasionally grating. Despite issues with her YouTube channel being suspended and demonetization scandals, her popularity continues to rise...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Fuji Aoi made waves after her debut with her impressive vocals and covers of popular anime songs. Her high-profile crowdfunding campaign to update her design helped cultivate a loyal and invested fanbase she still enjoys today. As of April 2021, Fuji has over 300,000 subscribers ...
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On the surface, Suzuhara Lulu is popular due to her cute appearance and elegant charm. However, her occasionally disturbing comments along with her dedication and skill while gaming have earned her an ever-growing fanbase. As of April 2021, she has over 525,000 subscribers on You...
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Ange Katrina is a popular Nijisanji VTuber known for her unusually deep voice. While some viewers question her identity, her fans appreciate her cuteness and appreciate her gap appeal. She's also central in many VTuber relationships in the Nijisanji community.
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Ars Almal is a popular gaming VTuber from Nijisanji’s robust 2019 talent lineup. While her childlike appearance attracted many of her fans, Ars goes out of her way to remind viewers of her real age. She still maintains a cute appeal through her playfulness and introverted nature....
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Hoshikawa Sara is a Nijisanji member known for her song covers and outgoing personality. She often collaborates with other popular Nijisanji members to make friends and gain more viewers.
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Inui Toko stands out from her Nijisanji group with her impressive, mature singing voice. Her laid-back and erratic approach to streaming is both endearing and difficult to track. As a result, her fans rely on social media to watch their favorite Cerberus songstress.
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Yuzuki Roa often functioned as the cutesy daughter character in Nijisanji. Her cheeky disposition contrasted with her pure-hearted nature, endearing her to collaborators and fans. After an unexpected agency controversy in late 2020, Yuzuki went on an informal hiatus.
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Otogibara Era was a mainstay of Nijisanji during her prime. While initially a cute, safe character, her controversial personality change earned Otogibara a dedicated fanbase. Her graduation from Nijisanji brought up concerns from fans about the fate of other VTubers in the future...
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Sukoya Kana attracted fans with her cute design and openness regarding adult content. At the same time, she expresses genuine positivity and concern for her fans. She tries to communicate and relate with her fans as much as possible, making her an incredibly accessible VTuber.
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Lize Helesta's composed nature, quick wit, and light, regular schedule make her a popular VTuber for new fans. At the same time, her many relationships with other Nijisanji members provide her channel with a wide variety of collaboration content. As a result, Lize established...
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Mayuzumi Kai provides VTuber fans with unconventional video formats and streaming content. As a professional hacker, Mayuzumi exercises his technological knowledge when choosing games to stream or running chats. His unique personality also features unexpected gaps, such as his ac...
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Fuwa Minato is a relatively new member of Nijisanji, debuting at the end of 2019. Despite his newer states, Minato is part of some of Nijisanji's popular subunits and collaborations. He charms viewers with his goofy, eccentric personality that contrasts with his pretty boy ho...
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Kagami Hayato grew his fanbase considerably after he revealed his impressive singing talent. His handsome design and calm personality make him a favorite Nijisanji member among female viewers.
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Amamiya Kokoro charms her fans with her genuine wholesome personality. While not the most talented gamer, Amamiya tries her best to improve and have fun with her viewers. Her new default design, highlighting her childish frame, earned her a wider audience that continues to grow o...
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Hakase Fuyuki has steadily gained popularity as a well-rounded VTuber. Her singing talent, adaptability, and laid-back approach have helped her carve out a place in Nijisanji’s large cohort of creators.
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Saegusa Akina is a sociable member of Nijisanji, more often appearing in other's streams rather than his own. His upbeat attitude creates an inviting atmosphere in all his stream appearances. An aspiring musician, Saegusa frequently appears in musical collaborations across Ni...
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After her 2018 debut, Tsukino Mito became the face and pioneer of Nijisanji. Her videos set the bar for the agency's future talent and she remains one of their most popular creators today.
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Higuchi Kaede's youthful energy and vibrant spirit earned her the nickname "Nijisanji's High School Girl." In 2020, she started a professional music career, delighting fans with her unique voice. As of 2021, Higuchi primarily performs music separate from her cha...
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Shizuka Rin is the gentle older sister of Nijisanji. Despite her looks and calming demeanor, she's a serious gamer and athlete. As a result, she has many fans within the Nijisanji community and a dedicated following she calls her fam, short for family.
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Kenmochi Touya is a veteran member of Nijisanji known for his endearing rudeness and unexpected quirks. Active across multiple platforms and channels, Kenmochi streams on YouTube less frequently than other VTubers. However, his organizational skills and behind-the-scenes work mak...
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Suzuka Utako has a reputation as one of the most "dangerous" VTubers in Nijisanji. Her sweet face and motherly aura obscure her perverse interests and obsession with young boys. However, she is also a talented actor and creative performer, producing massive amounts of e...
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Belmond Banderas is one of Nijisanji’s most popular male VTubers. He gained popularity through his deep, calming voice and mature personality. Belmond primarily plays popular VTuber games and often participates in large Nijisanji tournaments. He streams almost every day and sched...
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Sister Claire stands out from other Nijisanji members due to her gentle, soothing aura. Rather than producing exciting content to attract fans, she approaches streaming as a service for others. Her scheduled streams include uplifting messages, relaxing stress relievers, and a saf...
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Yashiro Kizuku debuted in the first wave of Nijisanji’s now-defunct SEEDs group. His unique gimmick involved a relatable, tired office worker that resonated with viewers. With deep otaku knowledge and finely honed gaming skills, Yashiro maintains his position as one of Nijisanji&...
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Rindou Mikoto is one of Nijisansji's well-rounded VTubers, covering a variety of content during her streams. She gives her fans a voice during her stream planning, allowing them to select topics and even preferred streaming time. As a result, she’s built a dedicated fanbase a...
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Dola earned her reputation within Nijisanji through her behind-the-scenes work. Her work on the agency's Minecraft server allowed for some of the company's strongest collaborations to form. Since mid-2020, Dola shifted her focus from administrative work to performing. Now...
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Ryushen is one of Nijisanji’s most prolific singers. With over 150 covers on their channel and numerous collaborations with other VTubers, Ryushen has performed songs across genres, from tenor to soprano range.
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Kuzuha is one of few male VTubers who has quickly become beloved by fans. Debuting independently in 2018, it wasn’t long before he joined Nijisanji’s group of gaming VTubers. Sitting at almost 800,000 subscribers, Kuzuha continues to gain popularity.
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Sasaki Saku is a fun-loving, laid back, pink-haired VTuber. Saku is a VTuber who retired and came back to the VTuber world, making so many fans happy. Sitting on over 500,000 subscribers on Youtube, she’s popular for her casual attitude and her sense of humor.
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Kanae is one of Nijisanji’s most popular VTubers with almost 700,000 subscribers. Fans love his soft demeanor and kindness and he is one of the biggest male VTubers online. Many people describe him as “fluffy” because of his sweet voice and angelic nature.
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Honma Himawari is a gaming VTuber with a friendly and approachable personality. With over 600,000 subscribers on Youtube, she is far from unknown. Fans love her relatability and adorable design. Honma fanbase has grown considerably since her debut in 2018 and continues to.
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Shiina Yuika is an adorable psychic girl with over 400,000 subscribers on Youtube. With her hyper cute design and bright personality, she has grown a loyal fan base since her debut in 2018.
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Inuyama Tamaki is an adorable, crossdressing, male VTuber! Inuyama is a part of NoriPro and was created by popular manga artist Tsukudani Norio. He is one of few crossdressing VTubers and is beloved for his carefree bright personality.
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Tomari Mari is a Japanese-speaking VTuber that was once affiliated with Upd8 prior to the project’s dissolution in December 2020. Mari is also one of the few popular “Babiniku” VTubers on YouTube. This term is short for a Japanese phrase that translates to “virtual girl incarnati...
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Shibuya Hal is a male, Japanese-speaking VTuber that is known for playing shooting games like PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds and APEX Legends. He was also affiliated with a VTuber support company named Upd8 until the company’s closure in December 2020.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Kimino Miya is an English and Japanese bilingual VTuber who was affiliated with Activ8’s Upd8 VTuber support project until it shut down in December 2020. Before, during, and after the project’s closure, however, Miya became known for creating content for a mainly English-speaking...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
The Omega Sisters refers to a pair of twin VTuber named Omega Rio and Omega Ray. Together, the pair often makes comedic skits and uploads highlight videos of various games that they play. This group was previously affiliated with Upd8 prior to the project’s dissolution in Decembe...
Last updated at, 07 May 2021
Amano Pikamee is a Japanese and English speaking VTuber that is a member of Vox Monsters (often abbreviated as VOMS Project or simply VOMS). As an incredibly energetic bilingual VTuber, Pikamee has gathered a rather impressive following despite coming from a small VTuber group.
Last updated at, 07 May 2021