[Live2D] Launching 'Live2D Chapters' to Officially Support Global User Communities
Live2D Inc., the company behind the 2D illustration animation technology 'Live2D', has announced 'Live2D Chapters', a new initiative to officially support autonomous user-run communities worldwide. As a core measure of the 20th-anniversary 'Shape the Future' project, the company will sponsor and promote events led by local users. Starting with the first chapter in Taipei, Live2D aims to expand to 20 locations globally within fiscal year 2026.
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## Launching 'Live2D Chapters' to Officially Support Global User Communities
Live2D Inc., which focuses on the research, development, and business of 'Live2D', an expression technology that adds three-dimensional animation to 2D illustrations, is launching 'Live2D Chapters'. This new initiative officially supports the establishment of local user-run communities and user-hosted real-world events globally.
This system is a core measure of the company's 20th-anniversary 'Shape the Future' project, which centers on the 'future' of creators.
## High Expectations for Local Communities with ~70% International User Base
Since 2014, Live2D has held the annual user community event 'alive' in Tokyo. With international users accounting for approximately 70% of its Live2D Cubism base, voices from users around the world requesting local community events have been growing.
Rather than launching events led by the Tokyo headquarters, Live2D created 'Live2D Chapters' to officially support community activities where local users take the lead.
## Overview of 'Live2D Chapters'
'Live2D Chapters' is a system that officially certifies and supports the establishment of 'Chapters'—user groups based in local regions or schools—based on their activity achievements.
Live2D supports the annual landmark events (Chartered Gatherings) planned and hosted by each chapter through sponsorship and public relations cooperation.
## First Chapter: Taipei Chapter Established with ~85 Participants
On April 30, 2026, the first official Chartered Gathering was held by the 'Live2D Taipei Chapter', established in Taiwan by local users @mimiandrairai and @egg_frank. Approximately 85 people from all over Taiwan attended the event, which featured technical exchange, portfolio sharing, and networking, demonstrating the community's high energy.
## Future Outlook: Aiming for 20 Global Locations in FY2026
Starting with Taipei, the company plans to launch chapters and host gatherings in Jakarta, Indonesia, and Seoul, South Korea, in late May 2026. Further plans include expansion to Perth (Australia), Toronto (Canada), and São Paulo (Brazil), with a goal of 20 chapters established globally by the end of fiscal 2026.
## Creating a 'Place of Belonging' for Creators
The name 'Chapter' signifies both a story's 'chapter' and 'branch colleagues' who share the same ambition. For the 20th anniversary, the company encourages users to carve a new chapter into the story of Live2D being written around the world, creating new 'places of belonging' in their regions or schools.
Live2D Inc., which focuses on the research, development, and business of 'Live2D', an expression technology that adds three-dimensional animation to 2D illustrations, is launching 'Live2D Chapters'. This new initiative officially supports the establishment of local user-run communities and user-hosted real-world events globally.
This system is a core measure of the company's 20th-anniversary 'Shape the Future' project, which centers on the 'future' of creators.
## High Expectations for Local Communities with ~70% International User Base
Since 2014, Live2D has held the annual user community event 'alive' in Tokyo. With international users accounting for approximately 70% of its Live2D Cubism base, voices from users around the world requesting local community events have been growing.
Rather than launching events led by the Tokyo headquarters, Live2D created 'Live2D Chapters' to officially support community activities where local users take the lead.
## Overview of 'Live2D Chapters'
'Live2D Chapters' is a system that officially certifies and supports the establishment of 'Chapters'—user groups based in local regions or schools—based on their activity achievements.
Live2D supports the annual landmark events (Chartered Gatherings) planned and hosted by each chapter through sponsorship and public relations cooperation.
## First Chapter: Taipei Chapter Established with ~85 Participants
On April 30, 2026, the first official Chartered Gathering was held by the 'Live2D Taipei Chapter', established in Taiwan by local users @mimiandrairai and @egg_frank. Approximately 85 people from all over Taiwan attended the event, which featured technical exchange, portfolio sharing, and networking, demonstrating the community's high energy.
## Future Outlook: Aiming for 20 Global Locations in FY2026
Starting with Taipei, the company plans to launch chapters and host gatherings in Jakarta, Indonesia, and Seoul, South Korea, in late May 2026. Further plans include expansion to Perth (Australia), Toronto (Canada), and São Paulo (Brazil), with a goal of 20 chapters established globally by the end of fiscal 2026.
## Creating a 'Place of Belonging' for Creators
The name 'Chapter' signifies both a story's 'chapter' and 'branch colleagues' who share the same ambition. For the 20th anniversary, the company encourages users to carve a new chapter into the story of Live2D being written around the world, creating new 'places of belonging' in their regions or schools.
FAQ
『Live2D Chapters』とはどのような制度ですか？
世界各地のユーザーが自律的に運営する地域コミュニティの設立とリアルイベント開催を、Live2D社が公式に支援する新制度です。
『Live2D Chapters』の目的は何ですか？
世界各地のコミュニティ活動を活性化し、クリエイターの交流を促進することで、クリエイターにとっての『居場所』を創出することです。
『Live2D Chapters』の第一号はどこですか？
台湾・台北にて発足した『Live2D Taipei Chapter』が第一号となります。
Live2D社は今後の展開をどう計画していますか？
2026年5月下旬にはインドネシア（ジャカルタ）や韓国（ソウル）での展開を予定しており、2026年度内に国内外合計20のチャプター設立を目指しています。
『Shape the Future』とは何ですか？
2026年に創業20周年を迎える株式会社Live2Dによる、クリエイターの「未来」をテーマにした記念プロジェクトです。