VTubers Cancel Virtual Wedding After Controversy
The virtual wedding of VTubers Meimei Himari and Kasukabe Tsukushi was canceled after receiving negative reactions on social media. The two had planned a special livestream featuring a ceremony, vows, videos, and guest appearances.
The idea was to turn the ceremony into a special livestream with a full program prepared for the event. However, some people criticized the proposal and felt that the subject of marriage was being handled inappropriately.
VTubers Cancel Virtual Wedding After Controversy
It all started when the two VTubers announced their “wedding” on X:
The wedding was supposed to be between VTubers Meimei Himari and Kasukabe Tsukushi. However, the announcement received criticism, and the two VTubers decided to cancel the livestream and release a statement apologizing for the situation.
According to them, they never intended to treat same-sex marriage or marriage itself lightly. However, they acknowledged that they had failed to properly consider the significance of the subject.
The VTubers also stated that, regardless of their intentions, they understood that some people had felt uncomfortable or hurt by the proposal.
The event was being prepared as a full virtual ceremony, with a script, videos, vows, and messages from guests. Despite this, the project was canceled before the livestream could take place.
In their statement, Meimei Himari and Kasukabe Tsukushi thanked those who had been looking forward to the event and everyone who had helped with its production. They also apologized to those who ended up feeling offended or saddened by the situation.