Yamaha’s Hideki Kenmochi Discusses VOCALOID’s Development and Future Expression on K-MIX
Yamaha VOCALOID developer Hideki Kenmochi discussed the former “SYNVOCAL” name candidate, MEIKO’s voice source, and the pursuit of expression unique to singing synthesis during a K-MIX appearance.
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Mori Calliope, IRyS and Hakos Baelz release Here Comes the CHADCast
Mori Calliope, IRyS and Hakos Baelz have released their collaborative new single Here Comes the CHADCast. The song is available via hololive RECORDS’ official streaming and download link.
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Tsunomaki Watame’s Oshimaisan 3D Celebration Merch Opens for Orders
Tsunomaki Watame’s Oshimaisan 3D Celebration collection is now available by made-to-order sale. Orders close October 5, 2026 at 18:00 JST, with shipping planned by mid-March 2027.
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Hoshimachi Suisei unveils new default outfit and studio room
Hoshimachi Suisei has revealed a new default outfit and a new room setup. She confirmed that the costume will be her standard look for Studio STELLAR activities, with the reveal stream available to watch online.
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Hoshimachi Suisei Shares “GUM&DROP” Music Video
Hoshimachi Suisei has shared the official music video for “GUM&DROP,” a special project made in Los Angeles. Digital streaming is available through the release link included with the announcement.
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Minato Fuwa Announces New Single “ECLIPSE” and Nippon Budokan 2nd LIVE “VORTEX”
Minato Fuwa will release New Single “ECLIPSE” on December 9, 2026, and hold 2nd LIVE “VORTEX” at Nippon Budokan on March 3, 2027. NIJISANJI also released the three-edition CD details, advance track information, and ticket schedule.
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KAF to Premiere KAMITSUBAKI Yokohama Front 2026 Special Video on September 1
KAF will premiere a special video ahead of KAMITSUBAKI Yokohama Front 2026 on YouTube at 9:00 p.m. JST on September 1, 2026, featuring an “unknown flavor” challenge with a guest.
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Sohbana’s “Isshu Mawatte Asa” to Premiere in Collaboration with Yamaha’s VOCALOID Channel
Yamaha’s official VOCALOID account announced that Sohbana’s new song “Isshu Mawatte Asa” will be uploaded in collaboration with the official VOCALOID YouTube channel on September 3, 2026, at 18:00.
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hololive Deluxe Membership Releases Drawing Song Aftershow #38
hololive’s official YouTube channel has added a Deluxe Plan-exclusive aftershow for #ホロ絵描き歌. Tokino Sora, Natsuiro Matsuri, Yuzuki Choco, and Kikirara Vivi discuss the program and its behind-the-scenes moments.
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Laplus Darkness Heads to Nikko in Tochigi Conquest Journey
Laplus Darkness’s Tochigi tourism series will visit the Nikko area in its next episode, premiering September 3, 2026 (JST). The release is tied to a prefecture-wide stamp-rally campaign with 25 locations and prize draws.
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HIMEHINA Marks Eight Years Since Its “Rettou Joutou” Cover
Tanaka Hime marked eight years since HIMEHINA released its “Rettou Joutou” cover and invited fans to share favorite MV moments.
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Piapro Characters × NIER CLOTHING Collaboration Wave Two Launches September 1
The second Piapro Characters × NIER CLOTHING collection launches on the brand’s official site on September 1, 2026. The newly illustrated apparel and goods lineup includes an original pin-badge bonus with each item purchased.
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Magical Mirai Shares a Live Clip of 「空に免じて」
Magical Mirai has published a short live-performance excerpt of 「空に免じて」 from Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai 2026.” The Tokyo concert archive remains available until September 5, 2026, 18:00 JST.
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hololive Releases “You May Have a Girlfriend…” ASMR Voice Set
hololive production has launched a digital ASMR voice collection starring Yukihana Lamy and Isaki Riona. The full set combines four Japanese voice tracks with short comics, wallpapers, and epilogue audio, while individual member sets are also available.
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Hatsune Miku marks her 19th anniversary with survey and giveaway
Hatsune Miku’s 19th anniversary is being marked with a limited blog design by SPIKE and a survey giveaway. Ten respondents will receive either Hatsune Miku NT or assorted Miku goods; entries close September 7, 2026, at 12:59.
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hololive production Revises Its Fan-Creation Guidelines
COVER has updated hololive production’s fan-creation guidelines, emphasizing that the core policy remains unchanged. The revision clarifies rules for cosplay, fan events, derivative games including holo Indie, and activities outside Japan.
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Usada Pekora joins WirForce 2026 × hololive production in Taipei
Usada Pekora will take part in her first WirForce collaboration at WirForce 2026 × hololive production in Taipei. The event runs September 24–27, with venue merchandise and a separate limited online stock sale announced.
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Raden Picross Hakone Collection Box Orders Close August 31
Final orders for Juufuutei Raden’s Picross Hakone Travelogue Collection Box close August 31 at 6:00 PM JST. The made-to-order, Japan-only set includes the Switch game package and four exclusive items.
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Tobari Yogatari VOCALOID Voicebank Project Crowdfunding Begins September 10
A VOCALOID FAN-ding campaign to create a VOCALOID Voicebank for Tobari Yogatari begins September 10, with a ¥5 million primary target and general sales planned from March 2027.
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VEE to End Current Project Operations on September 30, 2026
VEE will end its current project operations and affiliated-talent management on September 30, 2026, Sony Music Entertainment announced. Talents wishing to continue are generally expected to retain their current names, characters, and accounts as they move to new arrangements.
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Kaela Kovalskia Birthday 2026 Merchandise Now Available
Orders for Kaela Kovalskia’s Birthday 2026 merchandise have opened through the official hololive production shop. The made-to-order collection has four items, and full sets include a bonus postcard; ordering closes October 5 at 6:00 PM JST.
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Hoshimachi Suisei and tuki. set two-man live “Hoshifuru Bansankai”
Hoshimachi Suisei and tuki. will hold the two-man live “Hoshifuru Bansankai” at K-Arena Yokohama on December 20, 2026. Fan-club advance applications are now open.
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Hoshimachi Suisei Opens Official Instagram Account
Hoshimachi Suisei has opened her official Instagram account, @hoshimachisuisei_official. The account is intended to share everyday moments not usually posted on X or YouTube.
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Hoshimachi Suisei Arena Tour 2026 offers FC attendee card
Hoshimachi Suisei’s Hoshiyomi fan club will give members an original trading card at its booth during the 2026 arena tour. The on-site benefit is available at all four tour stops, including to fans who join on the day.
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