The vivid Miku-blue immediately catches your eye—the moment you open the box, it feels as if the world of Hatsune Miku unfolds right in your hands.
The “Hatsune Miku Copic Ciao Limited Edition Set” featured today is a long-awaited premium item containing a selection of colors chosen specifically to draw Miku beautifully.
It is a special box created for fans who love to draw, collect, and celebrate Miku—an item that satisfies both artistic enjoyment and collectible value.
In short, it is “a dream set for Miku-loving creators.”
Product Details
The collaboration between Hatsune Miku and Copic Ciao is a truly special product—
not merely an art supply set, but a concept item designed to captivate Miku fans, artists, and collectors alike.
Hatsune Miku × Copic Ciao — A Dream Collaboration
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Copic is the marker brand used by professional animators and illustrators worldwide.
This limited edition combines Copic Ciao, the entry-level series beloved for its smooth brush feel,
with Hatsune Miku, the globally beloved virtual singer.
Created through an official partnership between
Too Corporation (maker of Copic) and
Crypton Future Media (developer of Hatsune Miku),
this set was designed under the concept:
“All the colors you need to draw Miku—complete in one box.”
It is quite literally a one-of-a-kind Copic set.
The Special Nature of the Limited Package
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Features an adorable chibi Miku drawing created by illustrator Eku Uekura
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Clear case showcases the vibrant Miku-themed Ciao markers
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Highly decorative package ideal for display
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Considered “a box that displays the culture of Hatsune Miku itself,” not just a marker case
For many fans, the packaging alone makes it worth owning.
A Color Set Chosen Specifically for Drawing Miku
Source:HATSUNE MIKU OFFICIAL BLOG
The biggest highlight of this set is that the included colors are optimized for drawing Hatsune Miku.
Included tones cover:
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Light blue → turquoise tones for Miku’s iconic hair
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Black and gray for her futuristic outfit
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Red accents for the tie
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Pale skin tones
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Soft grays for shading
Meaning:
“This set alone allows you to color an entire Hatsune Miku illustration beautifully.”
It is beginner-friendly yet powerful enough for professionals—typical of Copic quality.
High Demand Among Overseas Fans
Hatsune Miku enjoys massive international popularity.
Copic is also a globally recognized art brand.
This collaboration caused the set to be nicknamed:
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“The Holy Grail Copic Set”
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“The Miku Artist Starter Kit”
Especially in the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Southeast Asia, demand is extremely high,
and obtaining one outside Japan is very difficult—further raising its collectible value.
Market Value in the Preowned Scene
Reasons for stable high value:
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Limited production
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Few unopened boxes remain
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Packaging is essential, making condition highly important
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Strong overseas demand
As a result, the set often sells for high prices in domestic and international auctions.
The Cultural Value of “Hatsune Miku × Copic”
Source:HATSUNE MIKU OFFICIAL BLOG
This is more than just an art set.
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A symbol of creator culture (illustrators & fan artists)
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A tool that boosts “creative motivation” among VOCALOID fans
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An item cherished by both beginners and professionals
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A collectible piece representing the broader Miku culture
Many fans buy it not just to use, but as a memorial and display item.
Basic Knowledge of Hatsune Miku (HATSUNE MIKU)
Hatsune Miku is a world-famous virtual singer created by Crypton Future Media in 2007, using Yamaha’s VOCALOID2 voice synthesizer engine.
Her clear, futuristic voice and iconic twin-tail design made her a global cultural phenomenon—
not only in Japan, but across music, art, fashion, technology, and digital communities worldwide.
Birth and Basic Profile
Source:HATSUNE MIKU OFFICIAL BLOG
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Birthday (release date): August 31, 2007
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Developer: Crypton Future Media (Sapporo, Japan)
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Voice provider: Voice actress Saki Fujita
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Appearance: Long aqua-colored twin tails, futuristic outfit
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Character traits (often referenced): Height 158 cm, age 16, weight 42 kg
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Name meaning:
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初（hatsu） = first
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音（ne） = sound
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ミク（miku） = “future”
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Meaning:
“The first sound of the future.”
Why Hatsune Miku Became a Worldwide Phenomenon
From the moment she appeared, Hatsune Miku spread explosively online—especially on Nico Nico Douga—through a creative cycle in which:
Fans produced songs →
Other fans illustrated them →
More fans created videos →
New songs gained popularity
This organic, participatory culture created a global movement.
Her widespread popularity can be summarized in three major points:
✔ 1. Open Creative Platform — Anyone Can Make Music
With VOCALOID, even non-professionals can compose songs and have Miku sing them.
This accessibility invited creators around the world into the same stage.
✔ 2. A “Fan-Created” Vocal Character
Miku has no fixed personality or official storyline.
Every artist can interpret her freely—leading to infinite “versions” of Miku.
This freedom is unique among pop culture characters.
✔ 3. Strength of the Internet
YouTube, Nico Nico Douga, SNS, and streaming platforms allowed her songs, art, and videos to spread globally.
This led to international concerts and global recognition.
Representative Hit Songs
Every song is created by independent producers, making the catalog extremely diverse.
Famous internationally acclaimed tracks include:
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“Melt” – ryo (supercell)
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“Tell Your World” – livetune
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“Senbonzakura (Thousand Cherry Blossoms)” – Kurousa-P
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“The Disappearance of Hatsune Miku” – cosMo@Bousou-P
These tracks are performed at global concerts and symbolize Miku culture.
Concerts & Projection Technology
Hatsune Miku’s live concerts use advanced techniques to make a virtual character perform on stage:
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Transparent projection screens
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Motion capture
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High-end stage lighting
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Synchronized 3D animation
Starting from the early 2010s, Miku has performed in:
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Los Angeles
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New York
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Europe
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Across Asia
bringing virtual performances into real-world venues worldwide.
International Popularity
Hatsune Miku is one of the most internationally recognized virtual artists from Japan.
Her global appeal is supported by:
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English voicebanks
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Worldwide hit songs on YouTube
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Appearances at overseas anime conventions
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International concerts
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The fusion of “Kawaii Culture × Digital Music”
She is especially popular in the U.S., France, Spain, Thailand, and Taiwan.
About Copic (COPIC)
Copic is a world-class alcohol-based marker system created by the Japanese manufacturer Too
(Formerly: Too Marker Products).
It is regarded globally as:
“The gold standard of markers.”
Used by professionals in illustration, comics, design, architecture, and fashion, Copic has become an essential tool for creators.
A Rare System: 358 Colors
Source:COPIC
Copic’s standout feature is its huge 358-color lineup, offering delicate shades unmatched by any other brand.
Artists worldwide praise its:
“Unbelievably smooth color control.”
Professional-Grade Alcohol Ink
Copic uses fast-drying, streak-resistant, high-quality alcohol ink:
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Minimal bleeding
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Smooth blending
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Vivid color layering
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No muddy tones
Because of this, Copic markers are standard tools in professional manga and anime studios.
Economical “Refill Ink” System
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Copic markers can be refilled indefinitely—
no need to replace the entire marker:
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Replaceable nibs
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Long-lasting bodies
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Sustainable design
This eco-friendly system makes Copic beloved for long-term use.
Three Main Marker Types
● Copic Ciao
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Beginner-friendly
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Soft brush nib
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Affordable
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Extremely popular with students and hobbyists
● Copic Sketch
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Industry standard
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Most color variations
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Widely used by professional illustrators
● Copic Classic
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Hard fine nib
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Popular in design and architecture fields
Why Global Artists Choose Copic
Creators overseas frequently say:
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The smoothest gradients of any marker brand
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Bright colors that layer without dullness
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The joy of using the same tools as professionals
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Long-lasting Japanese quality
Many report using the same Copic markers for over a decade.
Perfect Match for Anime & Otaku Culture
Source:HATSUNE MIKU OFFICIAL BLOG
Copic pairs perfectly with:
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Anime-style art
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Hatsune Miku illustrations
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Manga-style character shading
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Character design
The hashtags #Copic and #CopicArt trend constantly on Instagram and TikTok.
And Copic blends superbly with Miku’s signature turquoise hair colors.
Major Miku Collaborations
SNOW MIKU Series
Source:HATSUNE MIKU OFFICIAL BLOG
A winter-themed regional collaboration in Hokkaido since 2010.
Each year features a brand-new design, illustration, and figure, making it extremely collectible.
Many overseas fans travel to Hokkaido during SNOW MIKU events.
SEGA Project DIVA Series
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A world-famous rhythm game series featuring Hatsune Miku.
Known for its beautiful 3D models and rich costume variations (modules).
For many fans abroad, Project DIVA is how they discovered Miku.
Nendoroid & Figma Series (Good Smile Company)
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Some of the most iconic Miku figures ever made.
Nendoroid Miku alone has over 100 variations.
Figma allows fully poseable dancing and live-performance recreations.
Fashion Brand Collaborations
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earth music&ecology
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WEGO
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Avail
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Honeys
create apparel inspired by Miku’s visuals—popular for everyday “oshi-katsu” fashion.
Stationery & Art Supply Collaborations
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Besides Copic, Miku collaborates frequently with Japanese stationery brands such as Mitsubishi Pencil and Sun-Star.
Her theme colors inspire pens, notebooks, markers, and desk items cherished by fans worldwide.
Summary
This special Copic set captures the essence of Hatsune Miku—a limited-edition item that delights both artists and collectors.
The color selection perfectly reproduces Miku’s palette, the exclusive illustrated package is beautiful, and the rarity of the item makes it increasingly hard to obtain.
Just having it inspires creativity, and even simply displaying it brings joy.
If you happen to come across one, that is truly the moment to bring it home.
For any Miku fan, this set is an irresistible treasure.
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