Exclusive Streaming on Nico Nico Live

The live streaming service provided by Dwango, Nico Nico Live, will host the popular VTuber group “Nijisanji” in a countdown live event titled “NIJISANJI COUNTDOWN LIVE “CROSSING TONES”” from December 31, 2025, to January 1, 2026. This event will be broadcasted in its entirety as an exclusive live stream, allowing the audience to immerse themselves in a virtual world and celebrate the arrival of the New Year.

A Dream Collaboration of Virtual YouTubers

This special live event is set to feature eight virtual YouTubers: Ichimatsu Matenhara Salome, Watarai Hibari, Ishigami Nozomi, Akagi Wen, Koyanagi Rou, Shioriha Ruri, Sakaki Ness, and Tamanoi Nana. The concert will utilize cutting-edge AR technology for its production, providing an overwhelming sense of presence that makes it feel as if the audience is in a real live venue.

Details on Viewing Tickets

Tickets will be available for purchase on Dwango Ticket starting October 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The viewing ticket for the main performance will be priced at 6,500 yen (tax included), with options for venue fixed camera and virtual YouTuber camera streaming also available. Notably, the “YouTuber camera,” which follows individual YouTubers, is particularly raising fan expectations.

How to Watch and Viewing Period

The live streaming on Nico Nico will follow a ticket-based system for online viewing, with the first few minutes available for free to everyone. Time-shift viewing will also be possible, allowing viewers to enjoy the show as many times as they like from the end of the live broadcast until January 19, 2026.

Impressions and Outlook

This virtual countdown live event on New Year’s Eve 2025 promises to be a fitting occasion for the dawn of a new era. The colorful stages created by Nijisanji’s YouTubers will leave a lasting impression on their fans’ hearts. As the activity of VTubers continues to gain attention, there is a sense that events like this could become the standard in future entertainment.

Source: PR TIMES