Vocaloid’s Sakura Miku and Virtual Singing Friends Collaborate With Illustrator Shirabi

27.April.2021 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION

A new collection of Sakura Miku merchandise has been released for the Spring 2021 season. The collection features original artwork by Japanese illustrator Shirabi and is available to purchase on ARMA BIANCA.

 

Sakura Miku is joined by her Vocaloid friends Kagamine Rin, Kagamnine Len, Megurine Luka, MEIKO, and KAITO in this collection which uses the main visual drawn by Shirabi for the Sakura Miku Pop-Up Shop that ran from March 19 to April 4 at the AMNIBUS STORE in Shinjuku Marui Annex in Tokyo.

 

Here’s a select look at some of the items up for grabs, all of which is sure to be a cute feast for the eyes of Vocaloid fans.

Acrylic Key Rings: ¥650 Each (Before Tax) / Whole Collection ¥5,850 (Before Tax)

Affix your favourite Vocaloid to your bag or decorate your room with these key rings featuring the most popular Vocaloid characters individually and in pairs.

Bonus Item

If you buy the whole box of key rings, you’ll also get this bonus limited-edition key ring featuring the entire cast.

Zipper Hoodies | ¥5,980 Each (Before Tax)

The hoodie collection is a simple pullover type perfect for wearing at home, outdoors, at anime events and concerts – pretty much anywhere!

Mobile Batteries | ¥4,500 Each (Before Tax)

A lightweight and compact battery that’s handy for when your device is running out of juice.

Changing Mug | ¥2,980 (Before Tax)

A mug which changes its design when you pour a hot drink inside. Enjoy twice the amount of Miku when making your morning coffee.

 

Check out the mug in action in this video below.

 

Wappa Bento Box | ¥5,480 (Before Tax)

Take your lunch to work out enjoy a meal outdoors with this bento box that’s made from wood. It has that distinct natural wood feel and smell to it.

Coin Purse | ¥1,800 (Before Tax)

Keep your coins or other little bits and bobs safe in this cute and compact purse.

 

Check out the link below for the full list of merch.

 

Art by しらび © Crypton Future Media, INC. www.piapro.net

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