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!
[Compilation] Physically glitching real-world VTubers [43+α] #GenseiMiren #NewVTuber
Miren Gensei is a “real-world-existing VTuber.” She appears in live-action footage, interacting with a human called her “Master” while filming. This time, a compilation video of all the short videos she has uploaded so far has been released. Watching this will give you a good understanding of Gensei Miren’s rather unique style of activity, as she lives in London.
Miren’s appearance in the real world, seamlessly integrated into the live-action footage, makes him seem truly real. Yet, he also possesses a virtual quality, effortlessly passing through walls and such.
What’s unique is that the real-life Miren often appears in the form of dialogue with her Master. She explicitly states that she “lives with humans in London,” so it seems to be true that she is a VTuber and not human. The two have an unusual relationship, but their interactions transcend the boundaries between reality and virtuality, and their communication is remarkably natural.
The fast-paced dialogue, rhythmic editing, and sophisticated use of subtitles are some of the appealing aspects of Gensei Miren’s videos, as they thoroughly entertain viewers in a short amount of time. While it has the feel of a stylish virtual-real fusion comedy act, she even uses viewers calling it “stylish” as material for her jokes. Gensei Miren’s style, which entertains with a variety of approaches—from capturing glimpses of her everyday life to her unconventional VTuber-like movements and meta-commentary on video content—is currently attracting attention and is rapidly gaining popularity.
The demo MV for the original song “Today I Drift” features a refreshing, crisp sound that is pleasant to the senses, and is filmed in a vlog style, depicting life in London. As the title suggests, it is clear from watching this that Miren Gensei is a real-life VTuber. It is a video where you can enjoy a graceful day spent with the Master along with wonderful music.
[Walking vlog] I’m still embarrassed to film videos by myself
While she’s not a VTuber, I’d like to introduce this high-quality vlog that blends live-action and animation for a casual stroll. In this video, Seamina wanders around the bay area of Tokyo, starting from Nihonbashi. Her unique sensibilities are captured in a calm tone as she expresses her excitement at places with two levels of ground and her joy in walking through places with nothing particularly remarkable.
The video is basically shot in a selfie style, but Seemina’s movements are incredibly smooth. She blends seamlessly into the live-action footage. In particular, the way the shadows fall when light hits her is realistic, and when she walks past, you can see how streetlights and natural light beautifully illuminate her. Also, the scene where she picks up a live-action drink and drinks it is very natural, and the boundary between live-action and animation is completely blurred. The movements are so natural that it’s unclear what technology was used.
The freedom and exquisite choice of walking routes, the ability to discover, capture, and express interesting things in everyday life, the speaking tone that makes you feel like you’re walking with them and talking to them, and the ingenious use of video where a virtual body interacts with real objects—these are just some of the many highlights that make this a charming vlog you’ll want to watch again and again.
To the legendary underground lake located in Japan’s most rapidly aging, marginalized village!
Peaky Hikers, a group that shares information about Gunma Prefecture, has uploaded a video of their visit to the Iwato Mine in Minamimaki Village. This is a restricted area that is normally off-limits. This time, they were given a guide and received special permission to film. The three people accompanying them on the shoot are Gomomo, Morohoshi Meguru, and Jūfūtei Raden (incidentally, Jūfūtei Raden joined the trip even though she wasn’t invited, simply because she really wanted to see it – a rather unconventional story).
This is rare footage from places where cameras are normally not allowed.
Making our way through the limestone mine felt like a grand adventure. The area we just entered had a charming sense of human history, but as we went further in, we were thrilled to see how the cave had transformed into a stalactite formation in just 30 years since humans stopped entering. Even deeper inside, we could see an underground lake that appeared to be stained a deep blue.
The fantastical sight of nature covering up man-made structures is simply breathtaking. At the same time, Peaky Hikers’ Maylo sets a flag before entering the mine, and as if to fulfill that flag, he is struck by misfortune, making for some entertaining and memorable footage. Since each VTuber has their own area of expertise, the diverse perspectives are unique, and it’s fascinating to see them enjoying this mine adventure from multiple angles. The fast-paced editing keeps the video engaging and makes it easy to watch from beginning to end.
[Explained by a Former Researcher] Shampoos & Treatments That Really Work on Frizzy and Unruly Hair
VTuber Michiru Wanokura analyzes and explains cosmetics. This time, she introduces shampoos and conditioners that are very effective for frizzy and unruly hair, a common concern for many people.
The greatest appeal of this channel is that it provides explanations based on solid chemical analysis, not just feelings. It picks out substances that deserve particular attention from the large number of ingredients included in a product. Each topic discussed is highly technical, but it is broken down in a way that is easy to understand even for those unfamiliar with chemistry or those watching the channel for the first time, clearly explaining specific results such as “what effect it has” and “how safe it is.”
The channel’s data-driven, unambiguous, and clear statements are not only persuasive but also reassuring to listen to. Because it deals with products used directly on the human body, such as cosmetics and shampoos, the well-founded analysis is incredibly reliable.
A video by Michiru Wanokura explaining the safety and effectiveness of shampoo from a molecular structure perspective has also become a hot topic. What’s amazing about Michiru Wanokura is that even when discussing such highly technical topics, she makes it easy to understand. Not only can you use it as a reference when deciding whether or not to actually use a product, but it’s also a must-watch because it shows how researchers have packed such a high level of technology into inexpensive shampoos.
A VTuber who takes walks, transcending dimensions [Rokuya Fuya/morgen]
Fuyorokuya is a VTuber who has filmed many walking vlogs. Since becoming 3D, the range of her vlog expression has been expanding rapidly, and this time she goes for a walk with YouTuber morgen, who has uploaded many vlogs. It’s a collaborative video in which the two, one real and one virtual, go out together across dimensions.
One of the highlights is the natural way the two of them stand side-by-side, especially when taking purikura (photo booth) pictures. It’s surprising how natural it looks as they playfully pose for photos. The scene of them eating together is also very natural. The shots of them walking while being filmed from behind, which are frequently used in Fuyarokuya’s walking videos, are also present here. This technique, which focuses on the background and not on the people, visually enhances the enjoyment of walking while paying attention to the surroundings, and is used by both the virtual and human characters.
This video, featuring two women enjoying a stroll and showcasing their sense of style and bright perspective, is a delightful piece that conveys the charm of walking regardless of dimensions.
30 Years Until Acceptance?! A History of Korean Gyaru Culture
Lim Si-ha, a virtual language creator from South Korea, leverages his bilingual abilities in Japanese and Korean to upload videos and live streams that introduce Japanese culture to Korea and Korean culture to Japan. The video he recently uploaded explains the evolution of Japanese gyaru culture as it spread to Korea.
Currently, Japanese “gyaru” culture is trending in South Korea, but it wasn’t always mainstream there. This article explains the cultural shock of the 1990s, a time when Confucian sentiment was strong, and how it all began to spread. It analyzes what made “gyaru” popular in South Korea in the 2010s, when it became a source of humor, and then what resonated with the Korean public in the 2020s, based on the phenomena that occurred, and explains how it came to be so widespread.
This book presents the information from a neutral perspective, firmly grasping the facts, making it very easy to read. It helps you understand the changing culture of Korea through the lens of the “gyaru” subculture, so be sure to check it out.
【Special Permit】I want to eat rare fruits from the botanical garden at Tochigi Flower Center｜#OmuriceRestaurant
Omu from Omurice Shokudo has a very strong interest in food. This time, at the invitation of Tochigi Flower Center, he has uploaded a video of himself eating a very rare type of fruit grown in the botanical garden.
The video introduces an incredible number of unusual fruits, from those you may have heard of but never actually seen the flowers of, such as acerola and macadamia nuts, to strange ones like soursop whose ecology you know absolutely nothing about. Omu himself was overwhelmed by the staff’s explanations, and this single video alone contains an enormous amount of information.
In the second half, the reporters taste and report on various plants actually harvested from the botanical garden’s greenhouse, including cacao fruit, aloe, giant lemon, and miracle fruit. Particularly unusual is the fresh, just-picked peppercorns. Even the botanical garden staff had never tasted them before, so what did they taste like…?
This delightful video shows Omu being overwhelmed with emotion as he looks at and tastes each plant. The staff at Tochigi Flower Center were thrilled to see his genuine reactions. Omu’s excitement shines through throughout the video, directly conveying his feelings and making it a video that will deeply pique your interest in plants.
Also, the Tochigi Flower Center is currently holding its “Summer Free Research Exhibition.” Within the exhibition, they will be featuring a “YouTuber Special for Vacation Summer,” showcasing videos from VTubers such as Omurice Shokudo, Hairpin Mamire, and Aoi.ch.
Who exactly is “Minase Rin’o” from Holostars, who topped the trending topics on X? [#Holostars]
Recently, Minase Rin’o topped the X trending topics during his graduation live performance. Holostars UPROAR!! members Hanetsuki Uyu and Yatogami Fuma were supposed to give him a detailed explanation… but what actually happened was Hanetsuki Uyu throws Yatogami Fuma a surprise test, arguing that “as the group leader, it should be a breeze for him to answer all the general knowledge questions about his graduated classmates correctly.” The questions are said to be relatively easy, but will he succeed…?
The quiz features a series of relatively easy general knowledge questions, such as the title of Minase Rin’o’s first solo original song and the main title of his graduation live stream. However, these are things that are surprisingly difficult to recall on the spot. If you know Minase Rin’o, try to answer along with Yatogami Fuuma. Even if you don’t know him, watching this will give you a glimpse into the overall picture of who Minase Rin’o was.
This broadcast also includes a recording of Minase Rin’o, who has graduated, reading these questions and answers before his graduation. This may be the last time we hear Minase Rin’o’s voice together with the other members of UPROAR!!
The content is like a prank that Hanetsuki Uyuu played on Yatogami Fuuma, so it’s a stream that you can watch while laughing hysterically. At times the content could be somber, but Hanetsuki Uyuu’s statement, “I’m still going to make money off of Rin’ou!” seems to invite you to laugh.
This project is full of camaraderie, showing how much the two of them cherish Minase Rin’o, and how much Minase Rin’o cherishes them both. They’ve also announced that they’ll be doing a separate broadcast to properly look back on their memories, so we can look forward to that as well.
【2026 Latest Version】How can you afford so many Super Chats? Checking the economic power of otaku【Kohana Shii】【Clip】
Some VTuber fans make huge donations via Chat Super, but how much income do they actually earn…? Kohana Shii conducted a survey to check the financial status of her listeners. She asked them to answer questions about their annual income, NISA (Nippon Individual Savings Account), assets, etc., and then shared the results.
According to her manager, “Many of Kohana’s listeners have unusually high incomes.” In particular, one man in his 50s had an annual income that was so large it was truly on a different level.
So, it may not be very helpful as a reference when comparing it to your own annual income, but it’s interesting to see that there are people like this among VTuber listeners.
While Kohanae Shii is surprised by these survey results, it’s hilarious to see her laugh and cut down her high-achieving, high-income listeners with a “Why are you watching Kohanae’s stream?”
Here are the results of our “Otaku Economic Power Check” conducted in 2024. Many respondents were financially stable, holding qualifications or managing their assets. This report is interesting as it provides insight into the realities of working adults who are VTuber fans.
【Live Video】Nijisanji Suite / Nijisanji #SitR Tokyo【Blu-ray on sale September 30th!】
A video of such high value that you might wonder if it should really be released for free has been uploaded. The “Nijisanji Suite,” which is filled with famous songs related to Nijisanji and was performed at the “Nijisanji WORLD TOUR 2025 Singin’ in the Rainbow! Tokyo performance,” a legendary official live show of Nijisanji, has been uploaded in its entirety.
The seven performers are Tsukino Mito, Ienaga Mugi, Kenmochi Touya, Fushimi Gaku, Yuuhi Riri, Sasaki Saku, and Yuika Shiina. Mito Tsukino announced at the start of the song, “I said there was one more song, but that was a lie. There are 25 more songs left!” which sent the audience into a frenzy. Starting with a time signal takeover on Nico Nico Douga, they covered not only songs they themselves sang, such as “Moon!!”, “Sakuyui Gymnastics”, “Tenya Wanya, Summer.”, “Inciting Sea Monster Daipanda”, and “Sharpness…”, but also unit songs like MECHATU-A’s “MECHA-MECHA”, Nanajigen Seitokai’s “Horafuki Puppet”, Dokuzu Honsha’s “Fam☆Fam☆Time!”, and ROF-MAO’s “I wanna! You wanna!”, as well as popular individual songs like Fuwa Minato’s “Ittan Stay TONIGHT” and Ichihyakuman Tenbara Salome’s “Ichihyakumanten☆Pax Salomena”, and even official Nijisanji tracks like “Niginigi Nijitown!” and “Hurrah!!”. Among them are tracks like Kou Uzuki’s “Nabe Rap,” which weren’t released as singles, but are essential songs that will bring a smile to the face of any Nijisanji fan.
Of course, the show concludes with “Virtual to LIVE,” which could be considered the theme song of Nijisanji. It’s a suite that truly encapsulates the history of Nijisanji. Just by tracing the original songs, you can get a good overview of what kind of group Nijisanji is, so it’s a worthwhile watch not only for Nijisanji fans, but also for those who are unfamiliar with them.
[MV] Humanity Observation / Toya Kenmochi
This is a song that only Touya Kenmochi, a high school student and VTuber, could sing. His new original song, “Human Observation,” is the first track on his 1st Mini Album “Augment,” which was just released on July 15th. The lyrics, composition, and arrangement are by PinocchioP.
This song is sung from a detached, almost philosophical perspective, observing all aspects of human history. The way PinocchioP’s artistic vision of humanity perfectly matches Touya Kenmochi’s usual view of others as a VTuber has resulted in a work that beautifully expresses Kenmochi Touya’s stance as an individual.
In the first half of the song, the lyrics unfold as if a higher being is looking down on humanity, but as the song progresses, it transforms into an encouragement to humans, which is typical of the VTuber Touya Kenmochi. His singing voice, which includes lines like “Don’t make me laugh, saying you’ve ‘understood’ everything in this world, or that you’ve ‘achieved enlightenment’ in such a short life, it’s still too early, just shine even in your imperfections,” has a sharp warmth that seems to be filled with both irony and affection. The way he laughs “haha” in the first and second halves of the song feels different when you listen to it again after listening to it all the way through is also cleverly done.
The music video for “Metronome,” which has thrilled fans with its abundance of new vocal expressions never before heard from Kenmochi Touya, has also been released. This song, also included in “Augment,” was written and composed by Deu. The music video, which fuses hand-drawn animation, paper-cut animation, 3DCG, drawings, and live-action, transcends the contrasts between lies and truth, virtual and real, high school student Kenmochi Touya and cult leader Kenmochi Touya, as if beckoning you to “come this way.” The sense of emptiness in the lyrics, “We had nothing from the beginning, so let’s celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime day,” is also noteworthy. This is a work that allows you to appreciate the existence of Touya Kenmochi as a VTuber more deeply.
Icebreaker Breaker / Haru Kaida [Animated MV]
This music video is packed with Heisei-era internet memes and is full of happiness. Haru Kaida’s new original music video, “Breaker Icebreaker,” is a stark contrast to his usual cool and stylish music videos, showcasing his comedic side.
Haru Kaida, a comedian renowned for his physical comedy, unleashes a barrage of his signature gags in this song, including lines like “I’ve reached my limit!”, “Time for a self-reflection!”, and “This is Kaida’s world!”. Whether the humor stems from this stark contrast in tone or not, it undoubtedly serves as an icebreaker, disrupting the atmosphere among everyone. His refreshing voice singing, “It’s okay to be a bit cringey, isn’t it? It’s okay to bomb sometimes!”, has brought smiles to countless faces. This song is also full of parts that will make you want to respond to that spirit with a smile and join in with your own calls.
This song is included in the 2nd Mini Album “WEATHER”. “WEATHER” is an album themed around weather, and if “Icebreak Breaker” is a highly comical hailstorm, then the other tracks include “CRACKS” which expresses a sun shower, “STORM” which depicts charging through a storm, “Rainy Days” which portrays a joyful rain, “On a Snowy Day” which is as lonely yet warm as snow, and “Sunny and Everyday Life” which is perfect for a clear, sunny day. It is an album that fuses various weather conditions with the way of life of Haru Kaida.
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