‘Virtual pop star’ Hatsune Miku announces debut Australian tour

Japanese sensation and virtual pop star Hatsune Miku is set to make her Australian debut this year with the national Miku Expo tour. The tour kicks off in Sydney and hits Melbourne and Brisbane before landing at Perth’s RAC Arena on Tuesday, November 26.

The cultural icon is known for her innovative holographic performances and wide variety of songs by various creators. Hatsune Miku has performed for crowds across the world, including notable stops at Coachella 2024 and a 17-city tour through North America.

Launched in 2007, the Hatsune Miku VOCALOID software enables users to create their own songs by inputting lyrics and melodies, with vocals provided by Japanese voice actress Saki Fujita. Over time, the software’s popularity surged, evolving into a global sensation, with the Hatsune Miku character becoming a beloved Japanese icon and cult favourite.

Hatsune Miku’s Miku Expo tour hits RAC Arena on Tuesday, 26 November, 2024. For more info and to buy tickets, head to livenation.com.au