Over 100 Characters Gather in Virtual Space! Metaverse Character Event 'Chara-ket' Starts May 2nd Hosted by Volunteers!
Co-operated by HIKKY, the metaverse event 'Chara-ket' focusing on 3D character avatars will run from May 2 to 10, 2026, featuring over 100 avatars and various attractions.
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The "Chara-ket Executive Committee," co-operated by HIKKY Co., Ltd., will hold "Chara-ket," a user-participatory metaverse event specializing in character avatars, from Saturday, May 2 to Sunday, May 10, 2026, against the backdrop of the rapidly expanding 3D avatar market.
What is "Chara-ket"?
Chara-ket is a user-participatory virtual event specializing in 3D character avatars (mascots), based on the concept of "A fun festival where you can meet and play with characters!"
In the rapidly expanding metaverse economic zone, we focused on the potential of "characters" that embody individuality and mascots as "partners" to spend time with. The "Chara-ket Executive Committee," formed primarily by volunteers gathered by Vket founding members, teamed up with HIKKY Co., Ltd. and launched this initiative in 2026.
Chara-ket drives the "virtual-origin character market" and aims to create a new cultural sphere where creators are rewarded and characters and users can connect more deeply, acting as an "IP growth platform" with an eye toward expansion into real-world merchandise.
Chara-ket Official Website
About the Exhibition Booths
The exhibition booths are spaces where you can encounter unique characters. Each booth is decorated with a "Booth Name / Character Name" and an attractive "Poster." The 3D avatar in the center can be cloned (tried on). (*The try-on feature is only available at some booths.) Furthermore, you can check the details of any character you are interested in via their URL.
Many Contents in the "Meet and Play!" World
The special world contains not only exhibition booths but also various attractions unique to an amusement park. There is a "Ferris Wheel" you can ride together with characters. There is a "Stamp Rally" where you can get exclusive 3D models and more by visiting each area. There are "Lost Child Announcements" featuring 34 completely new recordings introducing exhibitors. Various experiential attractions are installed, such as an "Experiential Scenario" where the story progresses through dialogues with characters.
Official Events Held Every Day During the Period
During the 9-day period, official events will be held every day. We will provide various opportunities to interact with characters, such as hosting stage events and collaborating with 7 popular VRChat communities.
Furthermore, on the final day, Sunday, May 10, a dispatch VR hands-on event will be held at the real event venue in Hinagu, Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, the hometown of the local character "Chikuwan," where you can actually experience "Chara-ket." We will develop projects that jump out of the virtual frame and link up with the real world.
Event Schedule
Date | Event Name | Overview
May 2 (Sat) 10:00~ | Opening Ceremony | Broadcasted on Vket's official YouTube
May 3 (Sun) 21:00~ | Greeting & PR Stage | Networking event with exhibiting avatars and an avatar introduction stage (Broadcasted on Vket's official YouTube)
May 3 (Sun) 23:00~ | Chara-ket x Chikuwan Local Character On Stage | A music stage gathering local characters active in both the real and virtual worlds. Broadcasted on Chikuwan Channel.
May 4 (Mon) 22:10~ | Chara-ket x Chibi Avatar Networking | Chatting event while exploring the world
May 5 (Tue) 22:00~ | Chara-ket x TDM Board Game Club | Event to play original board games
May 6 (Wed) 22:00~ | Chara-ket x Petit Palette | A pop-up cafe event using the dining space in the world
May 7 (Thu) 21:00~ | Chara-ket Beginner Guided Tour | A guided tour around the world with a guide for those new to VRChat
May 8 (Fri) 21:00~ | Chara-ket x TDM Avatar Gathering | Chatting event while exploring the world
May 9 (Sat) 22:00~ | Chara-ket x Kemo-radi | Participatory avatar presentation and venue tour
May 10 (Sun) 10:00~ | Chara-ket Real in Hinagu, Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto | VR experience event where you can participate in Chara-ket at a real event venue
May 10 (Sun) 22:00~ | Chara-ket x Märchen Village | Live performance of several songs including the "Märchen Village Theme Song." A greeting event where you can take photos with Don Gris will also be held.
May 10 (Sun) 22:25~ | Closing Ceremony | Held during the "Chara-ket x Märchen Village" event
Official promotional video featuring the original theme song released
We have released an official promotional video featuring a large gathering of exhibiting characters, accompanied by an original theme song created exclusively for this event. In the video, creators
What is "Chara-ket"?
Chara-ket is a user-participatory virtual event specializing in 3D character avatars (mascots), based on the concept of "A fun festival where you can meet and play with characters!"
In the rapidly expanding metaverse economic zone, we focused on the potential of "characters" that embody individuality and mascots as "partners" to spend time with. The "Chara-ket Executive Committee," formed primarily by volunteers gathered by Vket founding members, teamed up with HIKKY Co., Ltd. and launched this initiative in 2026.
Chara-ket drives the "virtual-origin character market" and aims to create a new cultural sphere where creators are rewarded and characters and users can connect more deeply, acting as an "IP growth platform" with an eye toward expansion into real-world merchandise.
Chara-ket Official Website
About the Exhibition Booths
The exhibition booths are spaces where you can encounter unique characters. Each booth is decorated with a "Booth Name / Character Name" and an attractive "Poster." The 3D avatar in the center can be cloned (tried on). (*The try-on feature is only available at some booths.) Furthermore, you can check the details of any character you are interested in via their URL.
Many Contents in the "Meet and Play!" World
The special world contains not only exhibition booths but also various attractions unique to an amusement park. There is a "Ferris Wheel" you can ride together with characters. There is a "Stamp Rally" where you can get exclusive 3D models and more by visiting each area. There are "Lost Child Announcements" featuring 34 completely new recordings introducing exhibitors. Various experiential attractions are installed, such as an "Experiential Scenario" where the story progresses through dialogues with characters.
Official Events Held Every Day During the Period
During the 9-day period, official events will be held every day. We will provide various opportunities to interact with characters, such as hosting stage events and collaborating with 7 popular VRChat communities.
Furthermore, on the final day, Sunday, May 10, a dispatch VR hands-on event will be held at the real event venue in Hinagu, Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, the hometown of the local character "Chikuwan," where you can actually experience "Chara-ket." We will develop projects that jump out of the virtual frame and link up with the real world.
Event Schedule
Date | Event Name | Overview
May 2 (Sat) 10:00~ | Opening Ceremony | Broadcasted on Vket's official YouTube
May 3 (Sun) 21:00~ | Greeting & PR Stage | Networking event with exhibiting avatars and an avatar introduction stage (Broadcasted on Vket's official YouTube)
May 3 (Sun) 23:00~ | Chara-ket x Chikuwan Local Character On Stage | A music stage gathering local characters active in both the real and virtual worlds. Broadcasted on Chikuwan Channel.
May 4 (Mon) 22:10~ | Chara-ket x Chibi Avatar Networking | Chatting event while exploring the world
May 5 (Tue) 22:00~ | Chara-ket x TDM Board Game Club | Event to play original board games
May 6 (Wed) 22:00~ | Chara-ket x Petit Palette | A pop-up cafe event using the dining space in the world
May 7 (Thu) 21:00~ | Chara-ket Beginner Guided Tour | A guided tour around the world with a guide for those new to VRChat
May 8 (Fri) 21:00~ | Chara-ket x TDM Avatar Gathering | Chatting event while exploring the world
May 9 (Sat) 22:00~ | Chara-ket x Kemo-radi | Participatory avatar presentation and venue tour
May 10 (Sun) 10:00~ | Chara-ket Real in Hinagu, Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto | VR experience event where you can participate in Chara-ket at a real event venue
May 10 (Sun) 22:00~ | Chara-ket x Märchen Village | Live performance of several songs including the "Märchen Village Theme Song." A greeting event where you can take photos with Don Gris will also be held.
May 10 (Sun) 22:25~ | Closing Ceremony | Held during the "Chara-ket x Märchen Village" event
Official promotional video featuring the original theme song released
We have released an official promotional video featuring a large gathering of exhibiting characters, accompanied by an original theme song created exclusively for this event. In the video, creators