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Get ready to celebrate National VTuber Day on May 25, a day dedicated to the virtual YouTubers who have taken the internet by storm! These digital entertainers, also known as VTubers, use motion-capture technology and animated avatars to connect with their audience through live streams and pre-recorded videos. The concept of virtual influencers may seem new, but it has actually been around since the early 2000s in Japan. Now, it's a global phenomenon with millions of fans tuning in to watch their favorite VTubers sing, dance, and play games. So mark your calendars and join in on the fun this National VTuber Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Virtual Influencer</div><div class='timeline-text'>Japan introduces Hatsune Miku, a virtual pop star created using Vocaloid software, kickstarting the trend of virtual influencers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Kizuna AI Appears</div><div class='timeline-text'>Kizuna AI debuts as the first VTuber, introducing a new era for digital content and creators.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hololive's Formation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hololive production launches its first wave of talents, becoming a major agency for VTubers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>International Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>VTubers take the western world by storm with the rise of English-speaking talents, leading to increased global interest.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hololive English Debut</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hololive English, a division of Hololive for English-speaking audiences, debuts, marking a significant step in VTuber globalization.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National VTuber Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The inaugural National VTuber Day is celebrated, recognising the influence and reach of these Digital entertainers.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a VTuber character</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and design your own VTuber character! Use digital drawing tools or even just paper and pencils to bring your character to life.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a VTuber community</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Connect with other VTubers and fans by joining a VTuber community. This can be on social media, forums, or even in virtual reality platforms.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a virtual meet and greet</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a virtual meet and greet with your favorite VTubers! This can be a great way to celebrate National VTuber Day and connect with others who share your love for VTubers.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch VTuber streams</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend the day watching streams of your favorite VTubers! You can even make a game out of it and try to watch as many different VTubers as possible.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create VTuber inspired food</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative in the kitchen and make some VTuber inspired dishes! Use colors and ingredients that represent your favorite VTubers or their characters.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates the growing VTuber community</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National VTuber Day is a day to recognize and celebrate the growing community of virtual YouTubers from all over the world. It's a chance for fans to show support and appreciation for their favorite VTubers, and for creators to network and collaborate with others in the community.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>VTubers bring joy and entertainment</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>VTubers use motion-capture technology and 3D models to create their online personas, bringing a whole new level of creativity and entertainment to their content. Their energetic personalities, unique character designs, and fun collaborations with other VTubers make them an exciting addition to the world of online content creation.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>VTubers showcase the power of technology and imagination</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The rise of VTubers showcases the evolving landscape of technology and how it can be used creatively to engage and entertain audiences. It's also a testament to the power of imagination, as VTubers bring their virtual avatars to life through their personalities, storytelling, and interactions with fans.</p></div></div>
National VTuber Day is celebrated on May 25 every year. In 2024 National VTuber Day will occur on a Saturday.
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