Beneath the same sky,
a little flower dreams, its bloom beginning with you.
Donothon starts this December.
With you, this dream will finally take bloom.
Why I Want to Be 3D
There are truly so many things I want to do once I become 3D that I can’t list them all,
but if I had to choose, I would divide them into three main dreams.Streaming
The first one is streaming — the foundation of everything I do,
and the time when I’m the happiest.
Thanks to my mama and papa, my current 2D model already moves beautifully and allows a wide range of expression.
But whenever I see Smol Peo moving freely in 3D, I can’t help but feel a little jealous.Even in 2D, I’ve tried using various techniques to wave to everyone who visits my streams,
but if I were in 3D, I think I could express even more —
how happy I am to see everyone,
how my body would move with excitement,
and how I could show my love and emotions more vividly.Also, more and more games now support VR,
and someday, I want to stream and experience different moments with everyone inside VRChat.
I want to share even more memories and adventures together.Music and Live events
The second dream is related to music and live events.
I used to be very shy and reserved —
so much that I couldn’t go shopping, to the hospital, or even ride the train alone.
One of the reasons I started streaming was because I wanted to change that part of myself.During my second year of activity and after reaching 100,000 subscribers this year,
I promised myself to take on new challenges for my own growth.
I decided to say “yes” to as many opportunities as I could.
Even though I was shy and embarrassed,
I started to pursue something I’d always wanted to try — singing.Since January, I’ve been taking vocal lessons and practicing hard.
I still have a lot to learn, but I’ve discovered the joy of singing.
Along the way, I was invited to several events,
including my very first Meet & Greet and karaoke stage.
It was incredibly nerve-wracking — but also unbelievably fun!As a Japanese VTuber who mainly creates English content,
I have almost no recognition in Japan.
My English is still a work in progress, and I’m naturally shy,
so I rarely do collaborations.
That’s why I honestly didn’t expect to meet many fans — whether in Japan or overseas.But during those events, I met so many wonderful fans,
talked, sang, shouted, and laughed together —
it truly felt like a dream.
I was also offered chances to join several music-related events,
but since I didn’t have a 3D model, I had to decline them.
It was frustrating to let those opportunities go.If I had a 3D model, I could have joined many more events.
That thought still hurts a little.(For the past couple of months, I’ve been struggling with bronchitis,
so I haven’t been able to sing as much during streams.
It’s frustrating that my passion for music might not be reaching everyone right now.
But I’m working hard with my vocal coach every week,
and I plan to visit a specialized clinic for my vocal cords soon.
I’ll do my best to recover quickly so I can return to music again!)My Oshi
And lastly, my biggest inspiration — my Oshis.
Whenever I see them shining on stage, singing with all their heart,
I can’t help but admire them deeply.
Every movement, every note, every bit of expression reflects their individuality and hard work,
and sometimes I even tear up at the smallest moments.One of my most respected Oshis has created a lot of 3D content,
and every single one of them is creative and inspiring.
Whenever I watch those projects,
I can’t help but imagine how exciting it would be if I could create something like that too —
something that would make everyone gasp in surprise,
something that would fill me with excitement just thinking about it.I love the charm of 2D and the freedom of 3D — both are wonderful in their own ways.
But I always want to keep challenging myself and trying new things.
I want to create something filled with wakuwaku —
something that’s uniquely mine,
and maybe, just maybe, it’ll bring me a little closer to the people I’ve always admired.
JP VTuber 3D Culture: Crowdfunding
In Japan, it’s common for independent VTubers to hold crowdfunding campaigns when creating their 3D models.
They prepare many rewards and events, aiming to reach a large funding goal within about a month.
Each tier offers different rewards, and the higher the amount, the more luxurious it becomes —
and most of these rewards are mainly physical goods rather than digital ones.For a long time, I wanted to build everything on my own, without crowdfunding.
But as 3D technology improved, costs for production, equipment, and studios grew far beyond what I could cover through regular activities.
Since I don’t base my work on sponsorships or large merchandise profits,
I realized it would take a very long time to reach my dream.I’ve always had a deep admiration for 3D.
If I were to make it, I wanted it to be something truly high-quality —
something I could proudly stand beside corporate VTubers with.Through messages and comments, I could feel how many people were waiting for my 3D.
After joining several events this year and seeing my Oshis’ success,
my own passion and dream for 3D grew even stronger.
Why I Didn’t Choose Crowdfunding
Crowdfunding campaigns usually run longer and aim for higher goals than Donothons, and most main rewards are physical goods.
I had already started planning, setting tiers, ordering illustrations, and preparing designs for months.But in September, I learned about customs issues in the U.S. and how duties apply to crowdfunding.
They’re charged on the total tier amount, not just the item’s cost, making even small rewards extremely expensive for overseas fans.
On top of that, supporters can only choose from preset tier prices.Since rewards, currencies, and customs rules differ by country, I felt this structure didn’t fit the idea of “a dream we create together.”
I couldn’t bear the thought of fans feeling sad or frustrated later because of unexpected fees.As a Japanese VTuber, realizing I couldn’t follow this culture was painful.
My dream felt like it had turned blank, but I began wondering if there might be a way that suits us better, one that keeps everyone’s support simple and meaningful.
A New Path — Donothon
That was when I discovered the overseas culture and event called Donothon.
After researching it in depth, I found that compared to crowdfunding, it offered much more freedom and flexibility.
It’s a stream-based event where simply sharing, donating, or joining the stream allows everyone to take part in their own way,
cherishing their personal feelings of support.I decided to try this style in a way that feels true to myself and to us.
I’m still nervous about how people will receive it...But if you’re willing to walk with me,
if you’d like to become a part of my dream,
that would make me truly happy.