High-quality videos from VTubers (Virtual YouTubers) and virtual creators are uploaded every day. From among them, I’ll introduce some videos that I personally think you should definitely watch. In particular, I’ll delve deeper into unique works, works with high technical skill and planning ability, and works that are timely, capturing the fun, effort, and talent of the creators!
【First Vlog】A Vtuber who’s bad at walking walks from Yaho Station to Kunitachi Station【Failure】
The title is “Failure,” but as an entertaining walking vlog, it’s of very high quality. Kono Pochi, the internet hamster, promised to climb Mount Fuji, so he filmed his walk with the intention of getting a little healthier. This video is his first vlog.
What’s most memorable is the pleasant Tosa dialect spoken in the video. The clear intonation and rhythmic delivery create a brisk and engaging atmosphere throughout. The editing is also well-paced, neatly capturing the most interesting parts of the walk, making it a very enjoyable video to watch.
The fact that she brings up the Freemasons in her walking video and talks about them so fluently is a unique and entertaining aspect that only someone who lives on the internet could provide. She neatly wraps it up with an entertaining perspective of “bad luck,” making it enjoyable to the very end.
The videos include not only selfie-style shots and shots taken from behind the head, but also first-person perspective shots showing the user’s hands moving, and the angles are quite elaborate. This vlog is a must-see for anyone who enjoys walking videos using avatars.
He has also uploaded a vlog in which he took a walk around Nakano for a certain reason. His perspective on what he finds is extremely reminiscent of internet memes, making this walking vlog full of enjoyable moments. It ends with a series of unfortunate events, but the fact that it is all neatly put together in a way that makes it enjoyable to watch in a short amount of time shows his talent for walking vlogs.
[Virtual Wedding] The joy of meeting and getting married in a virtual world
A service called “V-Ding Konshiki” has been announced that allows couples to hold wedding ceremonies and receptions in VRChat (Reference: Capture your precious moments in the virtual world where you met. V-Konshiki Ding will begin selling 3D bridal outfits from June 27th (Sat)). Kawasaki Silvia has filmed and uploaded a demonstration of the wedding ceremony and reception offered by this wedding service.
Although this isn’t a real wedding ceremony, watching it gives you the same feeling of happiness and excitement as if you were watching a real one. The reactions of the participants, who are unsure how much of it is real, are also something that can only be seen in a virtual setting.
The organizers said that VR spaces like VRChat are now becoming more than just places to play; they are becoming “another reality” where various people meet and spend time together. It’s no longer uncommon for people to meet and get married through these spaces.
If you’re curious about what a wedding in VRChat is like, you should definitely check out this video. You’ll see that it’s a beautiful ceremony that’s almost indistinguishable from a real one.
[Puppet Making] A self-incarnated Vtuber tries making a puppet of herself! [Making Of]
Ryoku Aoizumi is a VTuber who loves creative activities and uses dialogue to embody (creates and controls her own avatar). She also loves traveling, and has uploaded videos of herself making puppets for her vlogs.
The video shows the entire production process in great detail, from purchasing materials to creating body parts and embroidering faces. The costumes, in particular, are a clever adaptation of the artist’s original designs, while still retaining their distinctive details. Each step is filmed and clearly explained, making it a very enjoyable watch for anyone who loves crafting.
Aizumi Ryoku uploads vlogs filled with photos and videos from her time in York New. In a calm and composed manner, she talks at length about her unusual experience of studying abroad to learn a language.
One of the distinctive features of Ryoku Aizumi’s vlogs is that she recreates her experiences in New York through illustrations. She showcases highlights from musicals like “Chicago” and “Sleep No More,” as well as her interactions with classmates at language school, all illustrated with numerous drawings. Some illustrations blend seamlessly with photographs, further enhancing her sense of presence in the city.
[Prank] Is it true that the ‘Butter Run,’ where you run with heavy cream until butter is ready, is trending!?
Ponpoko loves to play pranks. This time, the prank she pulled on Peanut-kun was a “butter run,” where she claims that if you run while shaking a dollop of whipped cream, it will turn into butter. The plan was to run around Lake Biwa and see if he would notice if she swapped the whipped cream for top-quality butter. Even though it was a prank, both of them were actually running around Lake Biwa, so it was a seriously physically demanding challenge.
What’s interesting is that the video actually recreates the two of them running. The roads around Lake Biwa appear to have been filmed with a GoPro, but Ponpoko and Peanut-kun’s running is also clearly captured.
Since the footage was shot of them running outdoors, it’s likely that they used a mobile motion capture device called mocopi, and it’s so well-reproduced that you can clearly see the running form of Ponpoko and Peanut-kun.
“Biwaichi,” a cycling trip around Lake Biwa by Ponpoko and Peanut-kun, has become popular among VTubers who create videos, and many people have taken on the challenge. Now, it seems possible that “Bataichi,” a cycling trip until butter is made, may also become popular among VTubers.
What kind of ship was the battleship Yamato, in the end? [3DCG explanation]
Miyama Mesano, who recreates warships and other vessels using 3DCG, provides a thorough explanation of the battleship Yamato, one of the warships that everyone knows.
This video provides a detailed analysis and explanation of the battleship Yamato, which boasted impenetrable defenses, including its specifications, why it was built, how the budget was allocated to it, and its combat capabilities.
The commentary in the video is witty and humorous, and includes interesting tidbits, making it very easy to listen to. It’s a video that can be enjoyed by people who know nothing about warships, and those who are knowledgeable can enjoy it even more deeply, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Miyama Mesano created all the warships and backgrounds that appear in the film using 3DCG. In this film, not only the battleship Yamato but also numerous other warships appear for comparison, and these too were created by Miyama Mesano. The meticulously recreated 3DCG warships and their movements, which are recreated from real-world records, are truly thrilling to watch.
Images of 12 battleships, including the battleship Yamato, created by Mesano Miyama based on the latest research, along with her analysis and commentary, are included in the book “3D Encyclopedia of Battleships of the Imperial Japanese Navy.” A video introducing the contents has also been uploaded, so please check it out if you are interested.
Please be kind to internet meme beginners [#Unoriginalrecordings / #Kuguruya]
Kasaya Kuguru wasn’t very familiar with internet memes. So, she held a live stream where she collected and introduced various internet memes from her viewers. How many of the internet memes did she recognize?
Since the memes are collected from both old and new sources, they range from very old jokes to recent ones, and from niche ones to those you see frequently. A huge collection of internet memes has been gathered here.
This is an enjoyable stream, as you watch Kasaya Kuguru excitedly learning about internet memes as if opening a new door. This time, in addition to collecting internet memes, viewers have also contributed their own explanations about their origins. This makes the stream unique in that Kasaya Kuguru and the viewers learn about internet memes together.
The great thing about internet memes is that they can be used as a common language for conversations between people who know them. The interaction between her and the viewers in the comments section this time even seems to deepen a new bond through internet memes.
【#AzureLocationTest】Location test event held! Welcome to Game Center Azure! 【Azusa Honami / Specialite】
Honami Azusa is the manager of “Game Center Azure.” This time, a new game has been added to the arcade, so a location test will be held. Laplace Darkness, Yugoku Roberu, and Arakigami Ouga will be participating as guests.
The game features a series of physical games that you might remember seeing on some nostalgic TV shows, such as “Piyo Piyo Balance Seesaw,” where you roll a chick to rescue it while maintaining your balance on a seesaw; “Spy Laser Mission,” where you navigate through laser traps; and “Electric Sparkle Race,” where you aim for the goal without touching high-voltage electricity with the stick you’re holding. The final game, “Boko Boko Vehicle Destruction Challenge,” where you punch and kick cars to destroy them, might bring back fond memories for anyone who played a certain fighting game in the 90s.
Although these are labeled as location tests, they are all high-quality VTuber games utilizing VR, and each one has plenty of elements that make you want to actually play them. I hope they will adjust the difficulty level and use them in other situations as well.
【#AskedEx-KR Members】We asked 10 former KR members! Candid talk about things you can’t ask now 👀【Fumi Nijiji】
Currently, Nijiji is unified under the name “Nijiji” without being divided into KR (Korea) and ID (Indonesia) categories. In this context, Fumi recently held a talk show bringing together 10 former members of the KR group.
The format involves preparing questions in advance, having people answer them, and then trying to guess whose answer it was.
The 10 participants this time are Gaon, Ha Yoon, Min Su Ha, Oh Ji Yu, Na Sera, Myung Lay, Yang Nari, Se Fina, Ryu Hari, and I Ro Ha (appearing via video). Everyone is speaking in Japanese during this broadcast.
The former KR members answered a variety of questions, including how they got their start, what made them happy during their activities, their strongest skills, and which Nijiji Live streamers they admire. In the “Secrets of Former Other KR Members” segment, some very candid answers were revealed. Although there are no longer any restrictions, you can still see the bond and camaraderie that was unique to the former KR members.
One of their goals was to have all the former KR members created in 3D and hold live performances and events. This is something that many fans have been eagerly awaiting. It’s a goal I really hope will come true.
This talk show really showcases each member’s unique personality, making it a great stream not only for fans who have followed the former KR members before, but also as a great entry point for those who are completely unfamiliar with them.
Shiteharu’s First Live Stream 2
Haru started out as an independent video creator and achieved 100,000 subscribers in about two months. While she usually only posts videos and shorts, this was her first ever live stream. The “2” indicates that the initial stream cut out immediately, requiring a restart. Including that, it was a legendary, information-packed first stream.
Early on, viewers watched with concern, wondering if the connection would be unstable since the stream was being broadcast from a 2013 PC, and then it stopped. Just when everyone thought, “Did he mess up?”, he quickly demonstrated his trickster nature by revealing that it was all a “pretend” setup.
Shiteharu regularly uploads videos that are like verification experiments using the internet, and this time he is conducting an experiment called “Stressful Streaming” to see how much load he can put on a 2013 PC. He creates a chaotic situation involving his listeners by creating countless clones of himself, having viewers send him emojis and long messages in the comments, and opening a ton of browser windows. After the stream ended, he started “Dopamine Detox First Stream Edition,” and about half of the archive was an endurance challenge where he was silent, silent, and the screen did not change.
This stream is packed with incredibly unique content, and the reason why she became a VTuber is explained in a witty manner. The hint is “shi,” so be sure to check out the archive. This stream is a treasure trove of fun ideas that allow her to interact with viewers online, and it’s easy to see why she has become so popular.
Petrica / Michitose [MV]
With the rain continuing to fall steadily, this is a song you’ll want to listen to right now, before summer arrives. Michitose has uploaded the music video for their new original song, “Petrica.” Apparently, “Petrica” is a coined word combining “petrichor,” the smell of rain, and “eureka,” which means “I found it.”
The clear guitar sound is complemented by a beautiful, transparent voice with high notes that is as refreshing as breathing in the crisp, clean air of a rainy day.
The delicate yet strong vocals in the chorus, where the lyrics say, “I want to preserve the days I spent with you, like a painting capturing that day,” are very memorable.
The video, which captures small discoveries stumbled upon while walking down the street, perfectly matches the singing voice, conveying a sense of finding happiness in the simplest things. The gentle sound of the song suggests that Michitose cherishes and values the time she spends with her listeners.
Shiawase Shinryaku Keikaku [Original Anime MV]
An animated music video has been released for “Shiawase Kararyaku Keikaku,” an original song by Kagura Nana, who hails from the planet Chili Peppers and loves spicy food. This is the long-awaited music video for a song that was included in her 1st album “Astrolabe,” released on August 17, 2023.
Kagura Nana’s dance animation, where she happily flaps her arms, is incredibly cute. With parts that make you want to call out along, it’s a killer tune perfect for live performances.
This happy song, with lyrics like “Night falls while I’m drawing, and morning comes while I’m playing games,” describes how much fun each day is. The energetic singing style, which conveys a feeling of being filled with things you love, makes you feel cheerful no matter where you listen to it.
As Taku himself enjoys each day to the fullest, and as the lyrics say, “Ah, I want to share this feeling with you,” he is overflowing with the desire to convey his “fun” to everyone, making this a work truly filled with “happiness.”
This song was unveiled in new 3D at Kagura Nana’s 7th Anniversary LIVE. The dance is the full version, and it’s significantly cuter.
Furthermore, the live performance also features demonstrations by her, who holds dan ranks in both Shorinji Kempo and Taido. Her martial arts forms are exceptionally sharp. She boldly showcases astonishing acrobatic moves such as side flips and consecutive backflips, making full use of the new 3D body, so be sure to check that out as well.
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