VTuber Music Startup STAR Collection Secures 29 Million Yen in Funding

Funding Overview

STAR Collection Inc. has announced the successful completion of a funding round through a third-party allotment of shares. The investment was led by the Hyogo Regional Revitalization Fund Investment Limited Partnership, jointly backed by Minato Bank (part of the Resona Group), Minato Capital Co., Ltd., Shinki Bus Co., Ltd., and Hyogo Shinkin Bank. With this latest round, the company's total funding to date has reached 29 million yen.

Business Overview of STAR Collection Inc.

STAR Collection is a VTuber music production company that provides end-to-end services, ranging from the creation and incubation of VTuber artists to metaverse space production and comprehensive music live event management. The agency currently represents two artists, "VIKKii" and "Riruwo.", and in October 2025, it launched "STAR LIVE," its proprietary 3D video streaming platform. The platform features advanced technological capabilities that allow the company to independently control rendering environments and camera work.

Purpose of Funding and Future Outlook

The newly raised capital will be allocated toward the following initiatives:

1. Artist music production

2. Promotional activities

3. Development of the proprietary platform

Leveraging its unique live-streaming system, the company aims to introduce Japanese music and IP culture to a global audience. Furthermore, through strategic partnerships with enterprises, STAR Collection plans to pioneer new regional revitalization models that bridge the virtual and physical worlds.