Vocaloid - Kaito - Pullip (Line) - TaeYang (T-220) - 1/6 (Groove)Kaito · 1/6 · Groove

Groove's TaeYang line No.T-220 features Kaito from the Vocaloid franchise. Standing approximately 330mm tall and made of ABS, the figure was sculpted by Cheonsang Cheonha and originally retailed for 13,000 JPY. Vocaloid is a voice synthesizer software franchise developed by Crypton Future Media, where virtual singers are represented by character avatars. Kaito is one of the earliest Vocaloid characters, released as a male counterpart to the popular Hatsune Miku. Despite initial commercial challenges, Kaito developed a devoted fan following that led to his continued prominence in the franchise. He is often depicted with his signature blue scarf and is associated with a warm, gentle vocal quality. The Vocaloid franchise has expanded into concerts, games, manga, and extensive merchandise, with characters performing songs created by users of the software. Kaito's enduring popularity speaks to the collaborative nature of the Vocaloid community, where fans and creators have shaped his personality and lore over the years. The TaeYang line is Groove's male doll counterpart to the Pullip line, standing at approximately 14 inches tall. This release brings Kaito's distinctive design into the stylized, highly customizable format characteristic of the Pullip and TaeYang doll series.