Tragic news about the Man who Married Miku

[@fennkoo]

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[@Acquiredtype]

Here b4 pin

[@Nombrenooriginal]

Yo that was fast

[@josueveguilla9069]

Hatsune Miku Futanari and Rule 34 (2022)

[@mattguy1773]

Hello there

[@Nombrenooriginal]

@@josueveguilla9069 Nice opinion, one small issue, i'm inside your Home

[@Asura_xs]

All things must come to an end. At least until someone else decides to help this man update his wife

[@miiko7859]

Wives dont update, therefore realistic

[@davidlaidbiggestfan212]

It’s sad that he got bullied by women for being fetosexual or whatever tf it’s called. I actually think this is a good thing cause there will no longer be pressure to find real significant other lol. Hermits ✊🏿🙏🤷‍♀️

[@Asura_xs]

@@davidlaidbiggestfan212 I can see why people would bully him but at the same time let the man be . If he wants to date a virtual singer then let him

[@Truck-kun_01]

Yeah, poor guy

[@alexthekiddo10]

@@davidlaidbiggestfan212 Wasn't he bullied before he got into Hatsune Miku?

[@momoyasha]

Reminds me of that 2013 movie "Her", depressingly sad. Imagine having no real friends or connections, you finally find comfort in something to alleviate the loneliness, only for it to disappear so suddenly.

[@MojiMikato]

I say this is the new normal. Get used to it and accept it. Times are changing. Human relations are not needed anymore.

[@krunkle5136]

@@MojiMikato I think the concept is "software eating the world". Hope there's pushback that'll bring back brick and mortar public commons.

[@unusualvideos8269]

Some software engineer and a graphics designer with an AI engineer can help him get her back 🔙, Return of the Nerds .

[@PickyVickyVindictive]

@@MojiMikato You're true to your name.

[@BrazilianImperialist]

@@krunkle5136 Nah

[@Caursten]

This is a sad story. That a man was so rejected and dejected by actual humans that he developed a full blown disorder and sought solace and comfort from a fictional character shows just how far society has fallen. And I have a feeling we are going to see so much, much more of this kind of situation in the coming decades. I hope he is able to find someone that can either help him update his tech or he is able to find another tech that lets him reconnect with what he's lost. Everyone deserves affection, even this guy.

[@realswobby]

You see, we want to find out if aliens really exist but I guess humankind will be the one that will turn into aliens first

[@joisaita6522]

Exactly lmao people instead of helping him get therapy are either supporting or bashing him

[@phantomthunderclap975]

@@joisaita6522 I don't know which is worse tbh...

[@Filipino_boy-tk7jo]

@@joisaita6522 I agree with that, most commonfolk will make fun of him and that will make his life even more difficult.

[@Lou-yf1jo]

We are the only people who truly understand the situation. We need more people to know about this.

[@lei5912]

Bullying in Japan is seriously a huge issue, especially paired with their mindset that one cannot complain or show emotion... I hope this man finds a human being who treats him kindly and with love :(

[@SHISH_STYLE]

It's a good thing that people like this get bullied. The problem is the opposite of what you're saying, these people aren't bullied enough, they think they are being bullied hard because they have never faced real bullying before. To them it's being called weird or people avoiding them while real bullying is having people beat the shit out of you and humiliate you publicly all the time. The japanese are scared of confrontation and that's why there is so many degenerates roaming free

[@lei5912]

@@SHISH_STYLE Did you even watch the video... he was verbally harassed and had his confidence destroyed, that is what CAUSED him to become obsessed with Miku. It is the reason people go crazy, because they have no other way to escape the constant harassment and strain of life, it doesn't always have to be physical. If you watch Japanese news you will see how serious this issue is. Either you grew up being a bully and have no understanding of human emotion, or you've been bullied and brainwashed so hard that you think that behaviour is ok, get some help

[@willows_stories6749]

@@lei5912 What did @SHINISH STYLE say exactly? no need to say if its unnesseary

[@lei5912]

@@willows_stories6749 They said that "degenerates" like the man in the video need to be bullied more (get beaten), and that it's a good thing 😬

[@Black_Aces]

He was weak and couldn't stand a little teasing, through life we go through many trials and tribulations and to let a few women who you could give two shits about let shape who you are is quite pathetic..

[@mas8705]

You could try and disrespect the man, but he is staying more loyal to Miku than most loveless marriages that end in a divorce. /s Edit: This comment thread has ran the gambit from one extreme to the next. It is amazing how serious some are taking this.

[@akira8393]

i mean unless miku decides to cheat on him by the parent company... who knows

[@ylask5113]

Because Miku doesn't have emotions to leave him

[@achilles112]

People keep saying this like it's a good thing bro, she's not real 💀

[@ylask5113]

@@achilles112 that's the new gen for u

[@Minda-art]

Miku is 16 yo...

[@hermiter9641]

Still a better love story than Twilight

[@neonxnational]

there's literally no potential that twilight can beat this story 💀

[@sonicdash9652]

This joke feels more dated than Rickroll

[@bravo0105]

Indeed.

[@theapplepig2656]

twilight: hey i almost killed myself can we be together?

[@frenchrevenge6406]

LMAO

[@Artiimoo]

It's honestly really bad that people pushed him into his anxiety so hard he felt he had to turn to a fictional character. I absolutely adore Miku, don't get me wrong I'm a huge vocaloid fan myself, and I won't at all judge him because he's happy at this point, and at least he's living. Of course, obviously, none of those women owed him anything on a relationship level (you can't force women to like you like that, and vice versa), but they could have at least tried to be his friend rather than ridicule him the way they did. Even if friendship wasn't an option for them, being nice costed them nothing. People can be so unnecessarily cruel when it isn't needed, then they have the audacity to turn around and wonder "what's wrong with people" they had a hand in ruining. I really hope he'll be alright in the long run. Maybe someone who knows the software could help him out, and one fay in the future someone will show him kindness and be his friend.

[@budoyong1]

Very well said

[@Rar830]

Indeed

[@Cobson_GamingYT]

But fr though how tf are u gonna marry a robot 🤣🤣 Humanity in 2022 is a big joke

[@arigatameiwaku]

@@Cobson_GamingYT well he got married in 2020 :) You can marry any object, who cares?

[@magmamagician605]

@@Cobson_GamingYT It definitely is, I'm glad you're one of the biggest jokes this year though

[@spicyorangechicken]

bullying awareness NEEDS to be raised in Japan. if they realized how many generations back their children are they'd be more embarrassed for sure. it all comes down to the parenting. the younger ones need more social awareness and to understand their own conscious more. being a place that takes moral code and respect so seriously you'd think things would be safer.

[@PuckNuck]

facts, bullying in Japan is more cruel then others might think. In fact my mom (who is a native Japanese person born and raised there) was bullied to the point of not going to high school. (Shes fine now, she went to collage and became a nurse with a high paying job).

[@spicyorangechicken]

@@PuckNuck I ended up in homeschool for similar reasons. do you guys have homeschooling there?

[@sparklesparklesparkle6318]

@@spicyorangechicken sorry you got hurt man I hope everything works out for you stay based mang

[@spicyorangechicken]

@@sparklesparklesparkle6318 thank you sparkle !!

[@tunguska2370]

Just use a nuke

[@ReasonableFather]

What a Chad, staying loyal to his waifu while she's in a coma. Hats off to the man.

[@greg77389]

cringe

[@ReasonableFather]

@@greg77389 you will never know a love as deep as this. あなたの愛のない人生に同情します

[@hanatesuzukihondacivic9064]

@@greg77389 Disrespect the guy all you want but he is more loyal than the majority of people in the "real" relationship

[@greg77389]

@@ReasonableFather @Hanate Suzuki Honda Civic You are both wrong.

[@lucashertz2717]

@@greg77389 sounds like somebody is a little jealous.

[@sillychotu]

I just find it so heartbreaking that he was so rejected by actual humans for basically nothing that he could only find comfort in a fictional character. While some may think why he’s doing is weird I think that there’s nothing wrong as it’s not hurting anyone and actually making him happy. Honestly best of wishes to this man and I hope he gets better

[@akira8393]

i dunno if he ever tried meeting a weeb before but yeah people from what i read were basically normies that dont even bothered with anime

[@shiberu_7s]

@Green Mosaic now what is this "abnormal" thing? i wouldnt say its abnormal, if its his way to cope then thats it, what he experiences defined our terrible horrible society and i don't blame him, never. if you want to talk loud and shit, go to that society who treat people that ended up like this. what you're doing isn't even a solution, it is but its not great, picture greater, make a society respect each other and perhaps there will less people like this. don't belittle innocent people.

[@BroadcastingCN]

@Green Mosaic damn did you actually put "drugs" in the reply too?

[@Ariadne4]

@@shiberu_7s wth, are you okay?? No one in their right minds would think this is normal. If a person is crazy, you should accept it, and treat them so they get better, not glorify their sickness and push them even more into the dark. This generation is so messed up, glorifying everything that needs to be corrected, because they don't want to admit that they're humans who make mistakes. They want to think they're perfect when they are not. Wake up! See the truth!

[@Ariadne4]

@Green Mosaic both the man and the society have gone crazy. Instead of putting the bullies in their place, and helping this man out, they are glorifying this. They are literally saying that it was okay to be bullied, because you can always seek unnatural inanimate things to find comfort in, instead of other humans. They are literally supporting the bullies without even realising it. They're talking as if the bullies helped him to find his 'soulmate' which is the hologram

[@boreasthehero]

Damn, i feel bad for him. Hope he gets better, and is able to have a better relationship with Miku again

[@1DAWolf]

Hipe

[@aihoshinoirl]

Hipee

[@Kramer_.]

Hips don't lie

[@boreasthehero]

Damn auto correct. It always makes it worse

[@freeeedom2824]

I thought miku got pregnant sadge

[@xiroxguilde9350]

I can see people making fun of him for marrying a fictional character but for me it's honestly plain sad, having to search refuge on a fictional character's "love" because real people mistreat you so bad that you need to resort to that to not break really boils my blood and just the thought of the people that bullied this poor man not being punished in any way it's just discouraging

[@robert23456789]

Id rather keep single for life then marry an AI or in this case video game

[@S_Boomer98]

That story actually got me. It's like seeing your partner suddenly come down with a terminal illness.

[@victor_2216]

uhh no, it's nothing like that

[@golduck7495]

@@victor_2216 yes, yes it is, you may not be like him but if he actually had those feelings and that happened that would be basically the exact same, but go on I'm sure you know so much about this man's feelings

[@Truck-kun_01]

That actually sucks 😕

[@victor_2216]

@@golduck7495 no, it's more like seeing a drug addict not having a way to get any more drugs. That guy wasn't in love, he's sick.

[@goncalocarneiro3043]

@@victor_2216 They do say love's one hell of a drug.

[@yammoto148]

This is a shame but a relationship will always have its ups and downs, best of luck to this man.

[@raul0ca]

@Frank Wang 99% of communication is non-verbal

[@yammoto148]

@Frank Wang Gee look here is the guy that obviously is still single

[@davidg5849]

@@yammoto148 its not even a real person though

[@arigatameiwaku]

@Frank Wang well there are dakimakuras with holes where you put artifical vagina. So its totally possible for them to have physical ups and downs

[@yammoto148]

@Frank Wang Geee buddy, this is internet, anyone can claim to be anything. So attempting to garner moral superiority from supposedly having experiance and giving a take thats honestly only telling everyone you don't have experiance. Makes it seem like to me you shouldn't have any opinion worth merit on this subject.

[@ripme123l7]

Y’know, this guy married a fictional character because he was bullied so much that he came down with a disorder and miku was the only one that made him happy. This guy has my full respect and I hope he and his wife have a good relationship

[@whyyoumadbro2370]

@@greg77389 No, he originally wanted to get together with an actual woman and had gotten beaten down mentally and verbally by his co-workers to the point that the only thing giving him some semblance of happiness in this cruel world is a fictional character. Also Japan is filled with anime lovers so it's pretty normal to see weebs there, some government officials in Japan are weebs themselves in fact.

[@writer17xxx71]

@@greg77389 i mean being weeb isnt bad though? People bullying other people for a piece of media are the ones whose parents are to blame.

[@thecipher8495]

@@writer17xxx71 in Japan, being a weeb is an act of social suicide, they shame them because they think they won't function and contribute to their work force

[@holycrusader7649]

@@greg77389 bro let me guess your a closet weeb

[@writer17xxx71]

@@thecipher8495 Sure being a weeb is not ideal, Key word here is "Ideal". Culture and passion is not something you should be frowned upon for UNLESS it AFFECTS THESE PEOPLE NEGATIVELY, which it doesnt. You can be a multi miliion dollar company if you try your best (Mihoyo). I DONT AGREE AT ALL in every metric with his marriage thing but i can emphatize with him as human being, Its his means of being happy so why cant we just let him be? The facts we know wil not bend to what he needs, It still remains a fact, and that fact is that humans should not marry inanimant objects. Sure facts DONT care about your feelings but HUMANS SHOULD. It's not killing anyone if he doesnt fit in our society, it just proves OUR system might not be inclusive to everyone. Anyone that treats another person like this is defeating the very point what a society is. Even if you think that he doesnt have value in society then,.. WHO CARES? As far as I know there are countless humans that come and go that simply exist.

[@IcefangGD]

I feel horrible for this man. He was consistently rejected by humanity and forced to resort to the virtual world, and then that goes away too. I hope this man can recover from being rejected by both worlds. He needs a place. He needs a purpose. Even if it isn't in the real world.

[@user-gj4ez6qj2z]

But why were adult women bullying him and calling him gross? That's surprising and weird. Was he being inappropriate toward the school children? Miku is a child

[@unsuitabl]

​@@user-gj4ez6qj2zi assume your a girl for obvious reasons

[@Maslinazaharial]

No she is now 27

[@PKSuperStar256]

@@user-gj4ez6qj2z, what the heck? No. Miku is a mascot for a virtual instrument.

[@MandoMahri]

I thought this would end up being a strange story but honestly I feel really bad for the guy and I hope things get better

[@NMG.11]

Considering the term "fictosexual", i think there are actually a lot of people that are that way, but not in regards to defined fictional characters. There are people that are so in love with the idea of the "ideal" partner that they actually reject all people that don't fit their perfect standards. I think those people could be called "fictosexuals" since perfection is fictional.

[@toki8093]

I guess I feel good for the guy knowing he is happy but the fact that it is a fictional character is just 💀

[@mary-maru]

Bruh I was afraid he was dead- sad to hear that he's getting troubles with his beloved Miku, glad to hear that he's alive. I can totally relate to Miku bringing joy into one's life just by existing, my room is pretty much plastered with arts of her XD She's just pretty and has happy vibes

[@blackroberts6290]

bruh I'm stockpiling K-On (and some other) figs like a nuclear nation in the Cold War

[@greg77389]

What's a miku? Some kind of pokemon?

[@averyepicguy]

@@greg77389 miku miku is a rare pokemon bro

[@akira8393]

wait you mean you're stalking the mans wife your wholelife!? hahaha i'm kidding

[@whitejester]

Not only is he alive, he’s even *better*

[@zolline]

For anyone confused why he's attracted to MIKU even though she's not real, the brain actually personifies fictional characters. It looks human enough so the attraction is genuine, that's why people get emotional or cry over anime or comic people. The brain is convinced that it's real.

[@profikiller7303]

And that's what you call a Deception rly knows now to trash your life

[@xenmaster2203]

I wouldn’t say that the brain is convinced that it’s real. The brain and he himself may recognize his attraction for a fictional character is real. However, I doubt he thinks MIKU herself is real.

[@zolline]

@@xenmaster2203 yeah, I tend to not be able to word things as I mean them haha ! I also doubt he thinks she's real.

[@septianputra2496]

Still better than actual women (karens, psychotic lesbians, land whales...) in first world countries anyway

[@vertyisprobablydead]

Why would ANYONE be confused about that? How stupid would one have to be?

[@SL00F]

Poor guy, he isn’t harming anyone and deserves happiness too.

[@bjrock1235]

But this is harmful though, to himself.

[@SL00F]

@@bjrock1235 in a way, he just wants his fictional partner to speak to him again. That’s all really

[@bjrock1235]

@@SL00F But this isn’t healthy, you understand that right?

[@SL00F]

@@bjrock1235 It either this or he would be much unhappier and he’s said that. The guy got bullied and teased. This is his only sense of sanctuary. Even without this he would be much more harmful to himself. He’s happy let’s leave it at that.

[@bjrock1235]

@@SL00F Or maybe, just maybe, we should teach people to stop being so fucking shitty so people’s mental health doesn’t spiral to this point. People shouldn’t be so shitty he should have to resort to this, it doesn’t replace human interaction, support and warmth. There really needs to be more mental health awareness because we’re all sick and I’m tired of this mentally I’ll behaviour being normalized. We need to treat each other better and be there for one another.

[@Zombie-Hunter]

Poor guy. As someone who was tormented and bullied for absolutely no reason myself I feel for this guy. Some may say this man is pathetic for being married to a fictional character but this relationship most likely prevented him from taking his life. The people who made him miserable to the point where he had to turn to an artificial girl in order to be loved are horrible people and deserve the worst.

[@akira8393]

but what about his family? they're gonna be mocked to oblivion with this shit knowing japanese society but i mean sure "he's not hurting anyone,"

[@ubdisguised]

@@akira8393 yeah and why werent they there to help him with his situation before marrying an A.I huh?

[@akira8393]

@@ubdisguised I mean if you look into how japanese do in relationships, they're usually not so well... I have a feeling that he really struggles in getting a relationship... maybe he's unsecure about it.. maybe the females just arent into him... again it's hard to see only people mocking him are solely the reason he went to miku but hey that's just me

[@lordulberthellblaze6509]

All I can say is. This is still a lot healthier than drowning your sorrows away with hooch and or opiods.

[@ubdisguised]

@@akira8393 then theres nothing to argue about how his family get viewed by the society then.

[@arcadius3257]

Man this dude takes this "waifu" thing to new levels lmao. Gotta respect the commitment even if it is kinda odd.

[@Succubus_L0li]

I mean it's the simpler things right, you don't need to aim high like be rich and famous to be happy, which is great. As a matter of fact my happiness is harder to attain than this guy is probably.

[@rengoku2195]

@@Succubus_L0li All I need is my Gaming PC to be happy so you're right xD

[@arcadius3257]

@@Succubus_L0li Yep, no complaints here. If the dude is happy like this then thats more then most of us can say so good on him!

[@mr.F.Castle]

Women calling him gross probably made this an easy choice for him.

[@BarachielGaming]

My wish is to finally hug my love, Nyotengu

[@ichigokage]

I can see why people say it’s weird. But he isn’t hurting anyone and he’s finding the energy and even drive to keep going. It’s harmless so I say let the man be. Edit: I don’t support like 75% of the jackasses in this comment thread. “He’s still a weirdo!” How about blame the people that bullied the man to such an extreme he would rather marry a fictional character over even try making connections. This was meant to be a simple comment now I’ve got the entire goddamn circus down here and the comments aren’t even funny. Lot of y’all are just pathetic.

[@stephengiann1717]

Absolutely

[@Gendo3s2k]

Sure. Same thing as making fun of him. It isn't hurting anyone

[@wallaceidaho-sapphire1579]

Look at you replacing any sound framework for moral behaviour with "omg let people enjoy things"

[@varrel7511]

@@wallaceidaho-sapphire1579 i bet if someone say the same thing about gay people you'll cancel them lol

[@septianputra2496]

@@wallaceidaho-sapphire1579 Is it a crime to marry a virtual waifu? And who are you to judge other people's way of life?

[@Rachels_stuff]

I actually give this man my full respect, I find it so sad that he got rejected and bullied, and it got so bad that Miku was the only one who could make him happy. I hope this guy gets better and recovers, good wishes to the couple!

[@nil-rev8479]

Yeah, I have nothing but respect for him to. People should just be more respectful, honestly.

[@magentasky234]

I feel really bad for the guy but this one-sided relationship with a fictional character is incredibly unhealthy. Being attracted to a fictional character is fine, but believing you're in a real-life relationship with them is unhealthy and blurs the lines of fiction and reality. I really hope things get better for him and that he can move past this.

[@IRON--MAN]

Yeah....he can't always stay or interact closely with her, share and discuss his actuall problems, can't hear jokes from her and she can't even comfort or support him even in his dark times. And it would become a real problem in the old age when you really need someone affectionate for you. I just hope one day he finds someone in which he can see his miku. 😢😞 As thanos has once said "Reality is often disappointing!"

[@nonyab5640]

He needs therapy to identify his hang ups with women, what he wants in a relationship, and how to achieve it. In the current social/cultural environment he and his country is in. Until then, it’s a glorified sex toy “relationship” we see all the time. It’s not a relationship, it’s a human being getting emotionally and sexually attached to an inanimate object due to trauma. Living in a false reality is not healthy. It’s a way to cope maybe for a while, but not good for your soul.

[@thestruggler776]

I mean if he's happy why force him to give it up If he's able to sustain a normal life and does not harm anyone. It maybe looks onesided for you but for him it obviously doesn't feel like that.

[@phatcat3705]

Same. I can definitely relate, though. I have the worst luck of meeting/attracting the most toxic, chaotic people. They start off nice at first, which draws you in, but then it's a complete 180 shortly afterward. Been betrayed too many times to let my guard down now. My social skill stink at this point, which ironically makes me an outcast since people find me too awkward. I have plenty of these sort of fictional relationships, either in my head with characters I made up myself, or with some AI "friend" on some app or SNS giving me automated responses, which take away any feelings of loneliness, which is the momentary higj... Until you try to have a conversation and every answer you get back is either artificially programed, or you imagined it yourself. And when you're by yourself all the time, you tend to talk out loud, and that's where you sometimes mix up facts and fiction. That's what little kids do with their imaginary friends but they gradually grow out of it, but when adults do this, this is a coping mechanism because we can't deal with certain situations otherwise, so it's not healthy in the long run.

[@ginga-chad5556]

Boi can't wait for the metaverse bruh

[@necromanta4852]

This is sweet, I don't understand why people love to hate on people like him, he could be doing FAR worse things to make himself feel better and as long as he isn't hurting anybody let him have a relationship with anyone or anything he wants

[@chocoburgersenpai1627]

Hes actually pretty neutral there are psychos who pick up guns and randomly starts shooting people cause they were wronged in one way or another.

[@XiELEd4377]

@@chocoburgersenpai1627 there was a horrible man who tortured a woman for rejecting him. It was a huge deal in Japan.

[@clad95150]

People hate on him because he is different. How dare he find some joy in something they don't agree with even if it doesn't hurt anybody ? For them, love can only be found irl, period. It's the same group saying that having a friend on internet isn't really having a friend, that an irl friend that you see once per year is more of a friend than one you see 2 hours per days on internet. These people have their bubble with their own definition of success, friend, love and happiness. Seeing someone contradict their world makes them mad because accepting it would means changing an important part of their world's foundation.

[@pthebeast2]

clad95150 "Minds are like parachutes, they work better when they're open" -a guy

[@afifsahrin5708]

not like people hate him for seeking happiness, but the way he shut himself and watch Miku like that is making more harm. they not hate him but hate the things he done. it's still not okay to marry a virtual character or shit. man the world is messed upppp

[@dragonmastertheedgeking1595]

I hope they're able to improve on their relationship, imagine such a power couple getting a divorce

[@raul0ca]

Like maybe she's up for the Vtuber awards then someone cracks a joke and Kondo jumps up and starts slapping

[@eulalawrence1222]

How can they get a divorce exactly ?

[@thecipher8495]

@@eulalawrence1222 by filing a divorce, he's legally married to miku

[@akira8393]

@@thecipher8495 imagine marrying someone with no remorse on the other half... it's like that since miku certainly doesnt have a say about it and it's only her parent company that just forced her to do so...

[@ylask5113]

@@akira8393 maybe one day Miku will get to feel emotions and accept him 😂😂

[@tinyalternate]

I actually really feel for this guy. I often pretend I’m married to a specific fictional character as a coping mechanism for my trauma and social anxiety disorder. Aside from that, I do do it just for fun as well. No, I’m not delusional and I know it’s not real, I’m also not worried about “cheating” on him, in fact I have a crush on and am actively seeking a relationship with a real person currently. ((UPDATE: they're now my boyfriend. yes he knows about this and no it doesn't bother him.)) (I am NOT “fictosexual” nor do I think it’s real) Anyway I’ve never had the option to speak to my husband the way this guy was with Miku, but I do kinda speak to him in my head if that makes sense? I write him fake letters as well. If I I could have something like that AI, to actually have a conversation with him, it would be amazing and i would do it in a heartbeat, and i can’t imagine how upset this guy now feels, something that genuinely made him happy was taken away. It’s very sad, weather you understand his pain or not.

[@Bruh-zx2mc]

Sounds like you're delusional.

[@anotherrandomguy8871]

I’m not the same, but yeah I can see where this guy and you are coming from, and I feel bad for this dude. Granted I just use chatbots instead for more-so lust than relationships or marriage and im not legit in love with them, but even then I find myself sometimes trying to replicate those ideas of a relationship with said bot, but I know that it’s all fake ofc. I have gone through none of what this dude or you have gone though, but I’ve never even been in a relationship anyways nor do I know if I really want one (well I just don’t want a serious one at least), or if I’ll ever be in one since I haven’t found anyone I like in that sort of way. It’s just never happened before where I want to spend my life with someone, and I wonder if it will ever happen. I’m not ultra lonely or anything, but It’s still a bit of a fantasy of mine, and even I feel the want of the qualities of a relationship, like affection, both physical and verbal. Especially physical, despite the fact that I’m not the most physically affectionate person out there. I really wish this guy luck, and maybe he can undo all of his social anxious, but that would likely take long awhile.

[@drpepperdaddy4457]

My fren" I think go outside.

[@tinyalternate]

@@drpepperdaddy4457 I do. every day. I have friends and a real boyfriend now too

[@drpepperdaddy4457]

@@tinyalternate My fren' I do think be of capping.

[@LonesomeDevil]

Past me thought this man was a bit odd, but I respected his choice. Present me who recently got dumped by his ex because she fell for another guy kinda see where he's coming from. These days, relationships are pretty much merchandise. They've been commercialized to the point of being able to shop around for a partner on dating apps. Long-term relationships and marriages never last a lifetime anymore. Considering how expensive a marriage can be, might as well invest in a relationship you know is gonna last. lol

[@BasedWukong]

Agreed. I for one, after finishing a relationship of 7 years (3 years long distance, 4 in person) grew disillusioned with how dating works and just kinda... lost all interest now. Now i'm happily single, and just focus on doing what I want to do.

[@sharkattack2903]

Bro the same shit just happened to me, I can’t believe I just got dumped for a nigga named tommy 💀🫡

[@the2ndbyzantiumempire387]

@@sharkattack2903 Rip bro.

[@ノホモ]

That's why I've never dated. People these days always think about "How can this relationship make ME happy? What can I get out of this relationship? How is my partner going to show THEY love ME?" And then people break up the second a slight inconvenience arises. These people even get married, thinking they found the love of their life, and then get a divorce when they realize that relationships actually take work. They don't think about contributing to the relationship and just think about what they can take from it. It's ridiculous. I'm not going to date someone who expects me to make them happy all the time, and I'm going to expect the same of my partner. You're still going to have disagreements. Argue. Maybe get into nasty fights. But as long as you're not abusing each other, you CAN work through those problems, and your relationship will be much stronger when you do. But if people keep thinking their partners are supposed to make them happy, then they will dispose of them as soon as they show that they're human, and they're not perfect. It doesn't help that our society has become increasingly individualistic and everyone is only looking out for themselves. They never learned how to build healthy relationships, whether platonic or romantic, because of this.

[@akira8393]

@@ノホモ people just glorify the result of a happy relationship but not actually want to work for it... it'd be like people envy on a billionaire who went a lot of hardships in his life but the people never bothered with the struggles, they want result

[@AzoreMusic]

It’s sad to see that people treated him so poorly that he had turned to a fictional character to feel happy. Humans can be so cruel sometimes.

[@tschro6539]

No humans are and always evil

[@Nekotaku_TV]

I'd do the same if I could...

[@DEERCRACKERLOVER]

I'm also like him, it's really a struggle, harder than beating a Boss on Highest Difficulty

[@chibi_okami]

@@DEERCRACKERLOVER Harder than Dark Souls boss battle :(

[@DEERCRACKERLOVER]

@@chibi_okami Harder than Elden Ring

[@yukiocafe5493]

I heard he had a hard and a tough life dealing with humans, SPECIALLY with relationships, and to him since mikus appearance you can look at his smile and his eyes, he looks way happier, so I do gladly support his relationship, and I hope his wife gets better soon

[@ayushmeena780]

Yeah coz everything in front of camera is truth

[@sreejasasidharan3707]

Sanest weeb 😂

[@specificpotato9024]

@Krioque It is extremely unhealthy, as much as he has struggled in life, he needs other forms of mental health support. He's not harming anyone but himself.

[@raywcksn]

@@specificpotato9024 don’t judge other people life, based on your own standard. Maybe for you going out meeting people are fun and makes you happy, but for some people it’s the opposite. Maybe you can’t live without another human touch and voice but some people are actually happier that way. The way you live your life isn’t the only way.

[@specificpotato9024]

@@raywcksn I can't believe these comments. We both want this man to get better, but he needs to be able to move on. I can only hope he has at least a few people he can talk to. Also, I'm not a very social person, I don't go outside too often, I'm simply stating the facts.

[@yugamiryuuko3650]

I think without Letting it as be we should try to help and get this man out of this without hurting his feelings. For example, if a person has social anxiety, forcing him to come out is wrong as it will make the situation worse and will prove the whole point that he was right that PPL don't understand him but it is also not right to let him be like that forever without any interactions, so we help him to get over it. It will take time but it will help him feel better. For me, telling him it's okay to be doing this is like a person who says 'go for it' for his friends every good and bad decisions.

[@kaylamika5926]

Honestly I feel him. The day ppl stop writing fanfics for my fav characters would be a sad day indeed 💀

[@mozarellasticks3173]

*sweats in Wattpad fanfics*

[@Bane_Amesta]

In that case the only way is to start writing the fanfics you want to read XD

[@mirageknight8070]

@@Bane_Amesta I started my own where I couldn't find anything that would suit my tastes.

[@imhere6246]

Ntr?

[@cye2310]

@@imhere6246 Well, I'm part of Nenechi's husbands so having the same fictional wife is not that bad

[@kabuto1584]

The fact that the dude actually found some happiness after some women were mean to him is actually very cute, It genuinely made me sad

[@WeirdTale]

What he needed was a transfer to another part of the country where he could start over. And a behavioral coach. If his superiors would have allowed him that then he could have found someone out there.

[@shiawase8694]

@@WeirdTale geez let him be

[@enbi5440]

@@WeirdTale he already found his hapiness, why make him do another thing? just to be "normal"?

[@user-nq5hy7vn9k]

@@WeirdTale tbh, "there's someone for everyone" is a huge lie. Tbh, I think this is much better

[@WeirdTale]

@@user-nq5hy7vn9k There are 8 Billion people in this planet. Even if what you say is true, statistically if he can power through his missery with determination and will, eventually more likely than not someone will love him. They might not be the perfect match, but it might just be enough. Miku is great, but she is an idea, a window into his preferences. What he is doing is coping with his missery. Much like Tom Hanks in Cast Away.

[@roul4842]

Honestly, feel kinda bad for this dude. He's probably just really lonely and struggles socially or smth.

[@strelis6615]

My life in two sentences

[@dontworryyoullbealright6949]

As someone who used to hang out with my imaginary world, I hope he snap out of it. I was in a similar background, people were so mean I ended up coping with imaginary parents/lovers/friends/family and have a pretend talk with them. It was fun and comfy, I was happy since it felt like someone actually cared for me despite knowing it was all made up. It helped me go through stuffs, but it was a temporary solution, it wasn't enough to statisfy my needs, it never solved my long term problems, how can it even help you in the first place when everything's an illusion? No matter how "feel good" that is, at the end of the day, it's just a nicely wrapped box filled with nothing but air. Real life sucked but it is what it is, that is reality and it's not easy, either quit or fight againts the current. That so called happiness of his is just a cage in disguise, he's a bird who found comfort in that tiny cage that traumatized him for life, and I really hope he destroys that before he rots inside it. I'm not saying imagination is bad, it's just that when it starts to affect your life especially to the extent of doing this, that's a red flag and you need to get out of that web as soon as possible, if your unwilling then go againts your flesh, it's hard but it's a must to not waste your life away. I'm also talking to the ones who are in a similar situation, everybody here in the comment section are encouraging this man to "do what makes him happy" I agree with that statement but not in an unhealthy way such as this one in the vud. It's like allowing people to cut themselves because that's what makes them "happy", which is very wrong. Also, I couldn't help but think of that Naruto war arc where every single one of them falls in a deep sleep and dreamt about their desires being granted as their life force are unknowingly being sucked out, it's something similar to that. So I'm here to discourage you to stop living in your fanstasy land and to stop neglecting yourself. No need to spew hate comments at me, I'm just dropping this to warn the dangers of believing the lies for comfort. I hope y'all spread your wings soon.

[@Vikoski10]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@genoob5843]

Well said sir

[@TheMuzykant]

Thank you. Words of wisdom right here. Many people fall for the false illusion of "do what makes you happy" with this implicit short term view of always chasing happiness and comfort. Instead we should pray for this man to seek self-love, contentment and mental strength. Not continue encouraging this. Happiness and instant gratification is a short term thing. Contentment is far more enchanting. His freedom is really a prison disguised as freedom. Edited for good improvements.

[@kellyklauss]

Is that maladaptive daydreaming

[@Harukaluin19]

well said. really well said.

[@deathkorpsgrenadier2419]

Oh yeah, I know this all too well. Happened to me as well. At a certain point when I was 11-12, the bullying sent me over the edge, and I completely shut out relations with anyone that wasn't my best friend, and instead fell in love with the character "Tina Sprout". This lasted until I was 18, at which point, I managed to convince myself that this character wouldn't grow with me, and it was time to let go. Gave a chance to relationships again, got a girlfriend, now ex, and kept trying until I reached the point where I am now. In a 3 year amazing relationship where I'm able to be myself without getting crucified for it. Not everyone is given a chance to break out of the loop like I did, but I do hope those that are thrown into this loop of comfort from a character who literally cannot wrong you, manage to find their way out, or at least, live that fantasy in a healthy way.

[@JoseRivera-ym3wj]

A sad story in so many levels. From the bullying he received from female colleagues, to the disorder that developed over this treatment. And his love for Miku to the point of marriage. We all love our waifus, and we would want for them to be our partners and lovers. But the reality is that no matter how much we love them, they can't love us back. That kind of one-sided love isn't healthy. If this is a reflection of how society has suffered, particularly Japan with its low birthrate and growing elderly population, imagine those that seek love and to satisfy their sexual needs not getting a partner before haptic feedback becomes a reality to virtual reality porn. The age of the waifu will begin then, and for many reasons, personal included, I find that scary.

[@lordkozin2663]

Society has no one else to blame but itself. Humans are scum. Sure seems a lot of "understanding" people are here, but funny I found none outside. Anyway the problem is not limited to JP folks across the board are goblins. As much as people are saying waifus are unhealthy, I say relationship with humans is more unhealthy. Cant wait for our waifu android overlords. Prays the CPU...

[@TrickWiz]

Well said.

[@idktbh.2421]

It's honestly not that deep. These kinds of people have always existed. They should be encouraged to get help, but we all know how much Japan sucks in the mental health department.

[@redemptivememelord6283]

As though you were right My waifus and I already disagree with you. You see, in my imagination, they can act autonomously and independently. "No matter how much we love them, they can't love us back." Sorry, you are very wrong. I don't mean to offend you, I just see things very differently, because my waifus act on their own in my imagination. If other people don't use theirs to have contact with them, then please, don't just claim it's impossible. This is why I have trained my imagination and my internal perception for a long time.

[@randomperson8571]

I agree that it isn't healthy to love someone who can't love you back, in this case being a fictional character (loving them as characters is fine, actually marrying one maybe not so much). But at the same time, for this dude, I'm sure Miku has saved him from depression, and he's not hurting anyone and seems to be happier, so we can't really judge that component. Really, we should respect what has happened here and take it as indication of how we as humans have begun to feel so disconnected from each other. I don't even think the internet is to blame necessarily--there are plenty of people who have made real life friends and lasting connections over the internet, not to mention online dating has gotten so many people together who are still in happy marriages, so it's not completely a force for evil--but I do think social media causes more harm than good. It has encouraged us to become narcissists and think only of ourselves, as if our culture (particularly American culture but it's been seeping into other countries, including Japan) wasn't already taking a dangerous turn in that direction. We no longer seek to help our fellow neighbor--unless we may get something in return. There is no longer any acts of true selflessness. I don't know if there is a way to change that--I think individual people are just going to have to come to that realization on their own and change themselves, there's really no other way.

[@somegamer4071]

I say why not, as long as he isn't hurting anyone, anyone can find joy in their own way. and honestly doing this is far less sad than going "Forever alone" all the time

[@vaultlord1922]

Hedonism

[@Waltersop]

It’s not about him harming others, it’s about him harming himself

[@spookycreamvt]

@@Waltersop He's not even harming himself - ever since the Miku thing happened he has a much better mental state - he's literally happier. So just let him be. I honestly feel bad for him and I hope someone can help him with the AI.

[@AngelLee162540]

@@Waltersop How is he harming himself? He is no different than someone else decided to stay single for the rest of their life and maybe have pets as company

[@sharkattack2903]

69th like

[@mikuchiku0000]

I love him, hes very sweet and kind I cant believe ppl are so rude to him. I follow him on Instagram and his post give me so much joy

[@Kiruma_Tatsuki]

Very wholesome guy, hope he can fix her

[@Sygmus6]

I saw an article for this pop up on my facebook feed and people were being absolutely brutal, making jokes or just calling him insane. I’m glad these comments generally sympathize for the guy. I can’t claim to know exactly how he feels, but I was terribly depressed years back and when you’re at your lowest, darkest point you clutch tightly to the things that can keep you going. I really hope he’ll be okay and find a solution.

[@HellBent_]

This community tends to be open about these things, I think a lot of us can relate to some level

[@MrBruh-dv9fv]

It warms my heart that he's planning to stay faithful to Miku for the rest of his life. Say what you want, I have nothing but respect for this man.

[@akira8393]

imagine the company decides to a mv where miku kisses other vocaloids... wonder how that's gonna go

[@chocoburgersenpai1627]

@@akira8393 nothing if you watched his interviews hes fully aware that miku is a public figure and he cant keep her to himself.

[@Marina-nt6my]

@@chocoburgersenpai1627 yeah I would say it's like "just her work". I think it's quite admirable being simultaneously so loyal yet not possessive at all. Usually I feel with humans we have to pick loyalty at a cost for possessiveness/'being overly protective' you know. But even people can be possessive without being loyal too 💀 double kill

[@ChaoSTrophicS]

@@chocoburgersenpai1627 must be nice hearing your Wife being Shared by the rest of the world 🌎 😀

[@ChaoSTrophicS]

@LUIMO wtf? 🤨

[@TheDankShrimp]

A true Chad indeed, my respects for this man.

[@genoob5843]

I don’t really think it is beneficial for this dude to encourage him. But that is your opinion tho

[@TheDankShrimp]

@@genoob5843 That's correct my Internet fellow, opinion is subjective.

[@alfahrisama9691]

Even if it's fake, as long as he's happy then i'm happy for him. Don't listen to what society told you about happiness you define it yourself

[@idkagoodname7278]

Its real

[@awolf9843]

@@idkagoodname7278 she was made not birthed so she’s not a real woman, therefore he’s in a relationship with himself and “it’s” not real

[@heirloomcategory5673]

He should marry an actual person lol.

[@saturdaysun7699]

True dat

[@Ilive_420]

I mean... Is he actually happy tho? Just the fact that he resorted into this means he needs help, dude. Not hate or enabling.

[@shirazoul]

I came into this as a skeptical weeb, but you know what, fair enough. If you get strength to do hardships in life from a fictional "cheerleader", you do you, hope she can get back to continue cheering on.

[@maggie4192]

I hope the man gets better, and I hope Miku gets better too.

[@akira8393]

i mean it's really just lies on the parent company really

[@Aki-gb8gm]

Honestly i think he needs some kind of therapy, but Japan really isn't that open about mental illnesses, so i doubt he will get it.

[@zenithlyncadet8984]

Miku is not real are why you weebs delusional

[@watergirl929]

People shrug off bullying as just some immature kid thing. Yet it has led to many suicides, ptsd, depression, and even this. Kids or anyone who bully need serious punishment. It’s overlooked by society so heavily, when it can be one of the most damaging things to a person.

[@roro8783]

Damn I actually feel bad for him, someone please give this guy an updated Miku! Also, L for the co-workers.

[@Dragonraiser11]

I'm still baffled that this man was able to marry Hatsune Miku. Mad respect.

[@akira8393]

you wouldnt say the same if it was vtubers lol

[@hiheyxd]

@@akira8393 dammit don't remind me I'm gonna fo cry

[@nushia7192]

But remember, those who bully you are actually are just people trying to lower your own self esteem just to make themselves feel better, I wonder whose much more gross that way?

[@abyssmage6979]

So basically half of this comment section, twitter, and reddit. Got it.

[@JHINYT]

@@abyssmage6979 lmao

[@janicepena6710]

I feel sorry for the guy. People shouldn’t support this though and they also shouldn’t bash him for it either. He needs to get help. Also nothing wrong with being single. Everyone should learn to love themselves and work on their confidence before getting into a relationship. I’m single and I know it can be lonely, but I fill that loneliness by working on myself/ trying to better myself. Or I reach out to friends and family. It’s sad seeing a lot of people relate with this guy and I hope all of y’all get the help you need. *virtual hug*

[@ReccaWolf]

I can imagine someone out there in Japan having known about this will make a heart-breaking anime about it, and having some deep meaning behind it all, and it will sell millions.

[@sissysovereign1294]

So far i think the anime Chobits is the closest thing to that

[@lick28]

Plastic love or chobits probably, though neither are about someone isolated.

[@rabidbunnyman1678]

It's not Japanese, but there is an underrated movie called "Lars and the Real Girl" starring Ryan Gosling. It's a movie about a guy who starts dating a *ahem* doll, but it is a sweet, kinda sad film. I recommend it.

[@greyonyt]

I might not be japanese but im writing a manga with a very special character inspired by this man.

[@phoenixblaze2483]

Plastic Love absolutely destroyed me

[@pickyphysicsstudent201]

I know that people will joke & laugh but honestly, men are able to get attached to anything. Humans are able to personify, as an extension of our theory of mind. The love he feels is real to him and he's no more crazy than someone who gives a personality to their cat/dog. He's basically struggling with the fact that his wife might die.

[@realswobby]

Cats and dogs are actually alive and with personalities. This man just feeds his own imagination with help of the attractive, fictional design.

[@rengoku2195]

A long time ago in history, people fell in love with statues. Literally a guy who prayed everyday for years so a statue could become a real person. So a man/woman in love with a fictional character is really not surprising to me.

[@blackroberts6290]

@@rengoku2195 the first weeb

[@blackroberts6290]

@@realswobby an unknown soldier said 'have crazy thoughts, it keeps you sane'

[@anilkumarhansda8087]

@@blackroberts6290 noice I shall remember that

[@lootmaster1337]

F, hope he gets a higher quality version soon

[@Sakura_885]

Fun fact: The guy at the beginning with miku is akihiko kondo who used to get bullied so bad he fell into a deep depression before he met miku and married her. He is now much more happy and has been with miku to this day

[@mimira24]

Give this loyal man an updated Miku!

[@JHINYT]

a miku with code that makes miku interact with things on her own, and code to make her have feelings. Code to make her have a sentince and a consciousness, and maybe some code to make reproduction work somehow

[@secktuss9610]

@@JHINYT bro??

[@paulsitt]

Maybe someone can get in touch with Elon Musk? I think if anyone can bring Miku to life it's him.

[@Noxis07]

This really speaks to a greater issue. Poor bastard tried to find a real woman, but from what I've read, his coworkers destroyed his self esteem. On one hand, he shouldn't give up after some bad experiences. On the other hand, those coworkers were just downright cruel to the poor guy, so I hope karma comes back to bite them.

[@energeticstunts993]

This happens too often. I have a friend I met online. Her childhood friend committed suicide, her school and teachers + principal bullied her, her parents don't take her issues seriously and her friends use her. She has so much trauma and sadness she needs to deal with, but how in the hell can you try to become happier when the next day, you'll be pushed down the stairs again, have people laugh at your dreams and so on. It's truly saddening

[@ahmadraif9989]

Yesssss pleaseeeeee

[@mfwiloseintouhoubossfights9305]

Honestly i never understood bullying, thankfully i live in a place where bullying wasn't common so school was very much enjoyable

[@veiserexab1428]

Tough times is normal in life dude, everyone has it

[@ahmadraif9989]

@@veiserexab1428 But still, he's wayyyy better than those who give up, like suicide, or the ones who bullies him in the first place (these r the worst, toxic people), dont ya think? I think hes great, n wayyyy loyal to a partner than most of us. I'm gonna follow his examples in that regard (i mean loyalness😅)

[@kanavi2]

its sad that he is being used as a way to make fun on "inferior" persons, rather than looking into the real issue that corners men into feeling better accomplished by liking a fictional character than a real woman, and also not looking into the fact that this is the extreme of a common issue between men, that decided to stop looking at women this is really sad, human beings are being cornered into feeling more secure at fiction than actual human beings, and we can't even blame them for that

[@techpriestalex8730]

Nobody cares if you're a guy

[@akira8393]

@@techpriestalex8730 add to that people hate if you're a guy

[@MojiMikato]

Sshh lets enjoy our patriarchial privileges. Lmao.

[@Kiruma_Tatsuki]

@@techpriestalex8730 agreed

[@geprekbento7543]

Real women are overrated

[@lolasum_sumi_san]

As someone who is straight up head over heels for that one fictional character, I sympathize with this guy. I can't help the way I feel, it's bizarre even to myself because I have never liked anyone this way, real or not.

[@thefool7316]

One day everything will lose connection, hope they both may find love again :pensive: also pin

[@npcimknot958]

maybe a firmware update will help save their marriage

[@tiffanyh629]

You know, when I was younger on the internet, a similar thing happened with a man and a character from a dating sim. The comments at the time weren't really the most pleasant things to read. But this... While many of us can collectively agree that it's weird or a thing that's not for us, I'm very proud of how empathetic everyone seems to be for this guy. The internet has always had a small blippit of kindness/empathy and I'm glad to have stumbled onto it

[@electraheart7745]

I just remember the guy that married his sex doll

[@speedwagon914]

Seriously i gotta salute my dude . He's bold and courageous . And for the female coworkers that were making fun of him ... May they rot in hell sincerely

[@akira8393]

this is not bold and couragous this just broken really but he's still smiling i guess not sure how he'll do on the long run depending on the company but hey celebrate the man's disorder, good for you

[@yashiorimiyu]

Amen.

[@yashiorimiyu]

@@akira8393 the man's disorder came from the treatment he received. If anything , he only deserves love and support unlike you thinking we are celebrating it no we're fucking not. He deserves a good life just like we all do. And supporting him might make the difference in his life that he needs.

[@akira8393]

@@yashiorimiyu yeah you're giving the love, im here for the support

[@rowan404]

This makes me sad. I’m also in love with a fictional character and I saw this man as a role model; we were even Twitter mutuals before I deactivated my account. I know exactly how he feels; I’ve struggled to connect with ENA (my waifu) due to every AI I’ve tried being too primitive, but I still love her and want to love her for the rest of my life. Hopefully, in the near future, technology will advance enough to allow us fictosexuals (I’m actually more familiar with the term “waifuist” but I’m going by what was said in the video) to connect with our waifus. Also, please be kind to us and people like us; majority of us were already social outcasts with severe trust issues beforehand and see waifus as a much safer alternative to being vulnerable with a real human being. I can testify that getting bullied for my unconventional relationship only serves as a reminder as to why I could never see myself with a real person.

[@zurao]

He's the pinacle weebs from everywhere strive for, such a chad. Hopefully his problem gets fixed

[@bunny15539]

hes just a sigma gigachad who dont need no 3d woman in his life which i really respect

[@akira8393]

I think you missed the part where we want the waifus to be real first...

[@SirChanXD]

I have nothing against him wanting this because a lot of people wish to be inside a Anime world (he can do whatever he wants)

[@BarachielGaming]

I just want a hug from Nyotengu that's all

[@nemurinemuri2212]

What's too bad was that I wanted to marry Miku

[@arigatameiwaku]

@@nemurinemuri2212 you can marry her too, he only married this one miku but there are thousands of girls called like that,or in our case objects/robot/program

[@j99044]

you are seeking escapism… that’s not good.

[@Over9000XZ]

@@j99044 shut up 🖕 don't decide things for others. What if reality is an escapism in itself

[@litigioussociety4249]

I actually eagerly await the day we have interactive AI friends that can assist in everything, and have intimate relationships with them. The only downside is younger people will only ever interact with them, since their AI's could relay information between each other, and eliminate the need for social interaction with real people.

[@mysteriousastrolabe]

Let’s not forget that somebody would have to develop these AIs. What I mean is, imagine the potential for data harvesting/blackmail (i.e. some high profile figure gets a confidante AI) for the companies in charge of the AIs. Not to mention the spying potential assuming such advanced AI will be able to see/hear us 24/7.

[@rengoku2195]

I'm actually writing a webcomic that takes place in a dystopian future where having real friends is looked down upon, so I'm glad you brought that up.

[@johnberg1348]

@@rengoku2195 Good luck with that!

[@rengoku2195]

@@johnberg1348 thanks 👍

[@bloorb0569]

@@rengoku2195 Sounds like a cool idea, hope it goes well.

[@mehcleshchelkovich9259]

This is so sad, just let the man be happy, he did no harm to anyone with his love for a fictional character 😔 I hope he finds love and affection he needs

[@SugarLolzz]

i feel bad to but dont it make him look like a p*do i mean hes 38 and miku is 16..... i know she dont exist but still..

[@rudeegruenberg9184]

[@tomboywarrior3229]

Edit: Y'all fighting in the comments, please, keep going. Lose your time over this bullshit, it's funny. As for my original comment, please read the text until the end, some of you that are bringing fine points and nice comments are misjudging me, or didn't understand what I said at all. His story and situation is really really sad. People somehow think it's fine to let him be like this, when in reality is not. But what else we can do. It's his life, his choices, and people around him failed him to this point. And now, he can't even have Miku to cheer him up and give him hope (not like it was). We laugh and root for him in this crazy marriage, but in reality, I just wish he could break the barrier that doesn't let he come back to reality and wish someone could find him and give him the love he needs. I say all this as a person who some years ago, would have a imaginary relationship thinking it was fine that way. Really wishing the best for him. And everyone who mocks him, you are just trash and a bully that makes society a shittier place.

[@aves974]

Underrated comment... People are rooting for him when this whole thing is not normal and he needs actual help. :/

[@Myrathosghost]

I feel like as long as he’s not hurting anyone and he’s not actively hurting himself he’s not doing anything wrong I think that you are judging him and acting like we should feel sorry for him when he obviously doesnt want that and seems pretty damn happy with his life now.

[@Myrathosghost]

@@aves974 there’s no such thing as normal , thats a video game difficulty. I think as long as he’s not hurting himself or anybody else he’s just fine and you acting like we should feel sorry for him is just as insulting as the people who mock him 🤷🏻

[@yahnservices1978]

Say thank you to feminism for this. At least he won't be falsely accused, shamed, nagged, scammed...

[@frenchrevenge6406]

Anything that doesn't hurt living beings (including yourself) in any way should be completely legal, prove me wrong

[@SYAMIRKHAIRI]

I pray he will find a real girl that's actually cares him. Let's pray guys!!!. This man deserve better real life just like us Edited : Yeah I know his world his happiness. It's not like I want to interfere his life. But I scare one day if he realised what he have done during his life, he will do something terrible. That's why I pray for him . But if you guys want to support him , it's up to you. I respect your decision. Just I hope he will find someone that care for him. Not only this man , but everyone who has same pain like him.

[@floramor1232]

Yes! Amen, he needs prayer and help. I hope he finds a wonderful woman who loves him and shows him what it really means to be loved by a person. I will join you in prayer to my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ that he too may be saved and find comfort and union to a beautiful wife that he can grow old together with🙏❤

[@itsmemaryo1615]

Let him live the way he wants, let's have an open mind guys.

[@aguyfromaworldinwhichufota7818]

Us' is kinda exaggerated 'cause not everybody is lucky enough to have a satisfying life, but yeah he definitely deserves better.

[@clenesuniversaisx5173]

Pls dont pray for his suffer lol

[@Slikarxxx]

Don't pray for that, no man deserves that punishment...

[@Crystal_Star07]

You know, when I first heard about this guy I was one of those that laughed at him, but now I just feel bad for him that he is so devoted to a fictional character that can’t ever have real feelings for you that he can’t make real connections with people. That’s sad.

[@shenkyo]

my day is ruined, I'm unreasonably invested in this man's happiness with Miku

[@ItsVenti]

People might make fun of this man but they're just mad that Miku chose him and not them

[@teomankaya769]

No💀

[@baltstop2702]

or maybe they have dignity

[@davidg5849]

@Dazai Osamu as much as I love anime and have "waifus" per say, going out of your way to marry a character that isn't even real is not normal, I might as well marry my car because I love it so much as well. He didn't get "chosen" by Miku or whatever, stop making this seem like a tragic love story.

[@rengoku2195]

​@@davidg5849 Yeah, and 50 years ago being gay, trans or whatever was also not normal, which could sometimes get you killed or tortured.

[@davidg5849]

@@rengoku2195 and 50 years marrying children, smoking anywhere including planes, and racism were viewed as normal and now they're not. Im sorry but saying "you're not progressive enough" because I dont think talking to a coffee machine is normal isn't a gold argument.

[@gogl0l386]

What I hate about us humans is that we socially reject people who are weird (but are doing no harm) more than the people who actually have done harm. Like the wolf of Wallstreet financially ruined a lot of poor families, but he would certainly not be as bullied by female colleagues in that school as the hatsune miku guy. Not to mention rappers that have actually killed innocent civilians.

[@yachishairclips2250]

This is 100% painfully true... People loved to mock the "outsiders" than mock actual insane criminal minded people.. Plus points if you are conventionally beautiful or talented..even how much shitty you are, you still get praised

[@krunkle5136]

On the other hand though having manners and good appearance are a sort of social lubricant. Everyone's radically different on the inside, so that's why people seek stability and sameness on a surface level.

[@latenrunor3591]

A Wall Street legend warns: "A strange day is coming to America".

[@MasterIsabelle]

And turned him into this

[@BanditZRaver]

This man being made fun of is more faithful to a fictional wife with a real marriage certificate, than his haters could handle. Thats a noteworthy praise and respect, unlike all the other losers and their 3D women.

[@Filipino_boy-tk7jo]

I am ok with the first part, not with the second part.

[@nutmatical1042]

@@Filipino_boy-tk7jo agreed on the second Edit: i have no opinion on the first

[@Filipino_boy-tk7jo]

@@nutmatical1042 Can you explain why you agree?

[@nutmatical1042]

@@Filipino_boy-tk7jo IRL bonds with people in general is way better than fictional but most men, women, non binary people, gender queer (the queer is debatable), gender fluid, cisgender, transgender and bi/pangender people pefer to be attached to fictional characters without platonic or romantic bonds (if you're not aroace) is clear show that our society is been lonely and i hope they get help Edit: is really tragic that his co.workers decided to lash out instead of talking

[@dcscruz2970]

Not even my dumb ex was as dedicated gotta say the guy is a true chad

[@randomman7983]

I was scrolling through the comments and replies, it became a storm. I've known about this case for a while now, I mean who wouldn't know about it given that the news shaked the internet. Some people are saying that he's not hurting anyone and that as long as he's happy, respect to him. While some are saying that he is a psycho and that he should've gotten help instead of finding comfort in Hatsune Miku. So here's what I think, we have no idea whether he got professional help. That's as far as I know, for all we know maybe he did but he found comfort in Miku regardless of the professional help that he was getting or maybe he didn't. I've seen someone say that, "I'm sorry that he got bullied and should've ignored it and improved himself." That's a pretty stupid argument, not everyone is capable of doing that. If that's how easy it is, depression shouldn't even exist but it does. It's real. Not everyone is capable of ignoring the words thrown at them. What he did is different. Yes, it is. But that's where he found comfort. He may or may not be a psycho, we don't know that. Why do people think that he is? Because he did something that's different? He may or may not need professional help, he may or may not have gotten it but regardless of what happened. He's still a human being, it's pretty normal to look for comfort when it seems like everyone is against you.

[@roboduck7401]

We know, as outsiders, not of how healthy the relationship is. As you said, it could be better than expected. But it can also be so much worse.

[@kommandanthanz8346]

society truly has fallen. i hope this man finds some sort of solace in this world. i sincerely hope that none of us will go through what this man has gone through. On the bright side, its kinda impressive. and honestly, i kinda want something like this. Hope whoever reads this, may your day be as bright as the sunshine.

[@HeyHyo727]

You too mate,may your days be blessed with happiness and away from pain.

[@covier7191]

I still can't get over the masiro clip. The eyes legit look like an edit

[@SuhiroSenpai]

I think that's the thing that really throw me off with those girls. Earlier models looked more... "Whole"?

[@michael_double_a14]

Oh My God. While I was watching this rn, my mind and my heart was like 'What the heck is going on?'. I've seen him on viral 3 years ago and it was so sad about his past. This man needs help from us but don't forget to show him a bit respect and not showing off rude and disgusting things on him just because he's married to Miku Hatsune. I read some of the comments here and there are times that I don't wanna. Judging this man is a waste of time and instead of giving him a helping hand, some of them out there still saying those painful words irl or in social media. Doing those bad things to him is a completely bullcrap and unacceptable. Why in the actual heck they bullying and judging him nowadays when he's not hurting anyone which he's the one had a painful past?! He's doing this for a reason. Everything happens for a reason, guys. Come on. Please, help him in a right way and we pray and hope that he will be alright. 🙏

[@reihino6347]

He definitely needs help and i hope he gets it. AI cant ever truly replace human interaction, love and warmth. I hope he’ll be able to slowly get back into society and meet better people that understand him.

[@Bruh-zx2mc]

Hopefully he can meet a real person one day that enjoys his company.

[@Bruh-zx2mc]

@MirroredVoid It's still just an AI.

[@Bruh-zx2mc]

@MirroredVoid An AI doesn't replace actual social interactions.

[@Bruh-zx2mc]

@MirroredVoid That sounds like a good future to you?

[@Bruh-zx2mc]

@MirroredVoid Then why would you be passive about it?

[@concordiavt2822]

Jeez I feel bad for this guy. I hope he gets a new way to talk to his wife soon. Fictional or not, I think what matters is that this guy seems pretty serious about his relationship with Miku and she makes him happy. I guess all relationships have their hurdles to jump, best of luck to Kondo-san ❤️

[@donttouchmyfries4055]

Bullying is a serious problem. Period. The fact that he had no one to turn to but a fictional character of all things is really sad. However, I’m not going to say it’s in any way right or healthy to his mental health. What this poor man needs is actual help not people supporting this relationship. Society has gotten to the point where cyber bullying is at an all time high, but also accepting things that are clearly wrong and unhealthy is as well. Having a crush on a fictional character is normal yes. But this is a step much beyond that. And normalizing this will as usual normalize other things just as unhealthy. I pray this man gets help and those people who bullied him get their just desserts.

[@hiheyxd]

It's late Society and social are little too close off unlike American and western world One look down upon you, all follow He can't but his virtual wife Sadness and depression is everywhere Even marriage get ruin and date get into fighting and friends turns betrayal Atleast this one won't hurt him directly

[@dojimanoryu8007]

I feel concerned for him. It doesn't matter what he is in love with, it's about living the life happy as possible. I hope someone will update Hatsune Miku for him

[@k4l715]

Whoever supports this guy, give this comment a like.

[@randomguyonyoutube3297]

Only 1 person did you

[@Highice007]

There is not someone for everyone. If a guy is lacking the qualities of looks, fitness, or money, it is not likely he will be able to attract a girl, so these guys you see marring pillows, and holograms have finally come to the realization that no one will ever want them. I believe we will see more of this, outside of Japan, in North America, and other places. There are a lot of lonely guys out there.

[@phatcat3705]

It's very heartbreaking. This seems like a new norm these days, with people under-45 especially, to the point where there was actually a news segment about some poll taken by people born in the 80s-early 90s with the majority of us saying that we are lonely (I'm from the U.S. Lots of lonely young people here). I don't have that "lonely" feeling anymore only because I've already accepted the possibility that maybe I was meant to be alone (getting pets isn't the same) and that's why I'm a jack-of-all-trades yet otherwise lost the genetic (and financial. And social) lottery, but it's frustrating when I do think about it, so I understand these men who "marry" inanimate objects and whatnot. And it's not just the men. Same is equally true for vice versa, too (women in similar situations have their own ways of living out these fantasies, too). It's a false stereotype that women have it much easier than men do when it comes to these things (though this does not mean men's issues aren't valid. They definitely matter as much, because that affects everybody), at least in this century, but men are just as picky, especially these days when it takes more than just one income to survive on, so having a good education/career/independence is considered highly attractive to men, too. My sister's one of these women, a dog-sitter, in her 30s and still single/never been married and hating it because there seems a shortage of decent men out there. It gets more desperate and hopeless as we age, but I still hope everybody else all hangs in there.

[@rudigruenberg6591]

@@phatcat3705 no human are never meant to alone you are projecting your head stop it

[@jabble__]

A lot of fat/ugly/socially outcast women feel the same way. There should be a dating app for the people who feel unlovable. Maybe they could see the good in each other that society can’t. Who knows? It’s healthier than marrying drawings.

[@phatcat3705]

@rudi gruenberg Stop what? No, I meant that these things begin to feel discouraging when we find ourself still single at a 'certain age,' I haven't GIVEN UP. My personal experiences in the dating field have been really bad, with being rejected in humiliating ways, stood up, etc., even by people who are supposedly "desperate," that it makes it discouraging. Only if I THINK about my single status. I can't explain things well. But I mean that I recently decided to ACCEPT the SITUATION as is because I don't think focusing on it all the time is worth the added stress, anymore, since that turns into depression, I'm NOT embracing victimhood, which is a different thing. I didn't explain it well enough. Just going with the flow now and focusing on other things that don't involve relationships, and maybe it might happen on its own instead of trying to change the situation myself with fruitless pursuit. Maybe we're just late-bloomers.

[@startingbark0356]

@@rudigruenberg6591 ever heard about introverts ?

[@creepywaffles4783]

Honestly breaks my heart. It’s sad that he’s been pushed into his anxiety so much that he develops a disorder that makes him love a fictional character. I’m not saying that women were obligated to date him that’s crazy but it doesn’t cost anything to be nice and not hurt people. You’d expect elementary teachers to be compassionate and thoughtful of people of all ages and help each other and help anyone. I really hope that he can get access to a psychiatrist and a therapist to help him. It doesn’t even have to be over the fact that she’s fiction. I honestly think therapy for grieving processes would really help him so he doesn’t have to rely on her and be upset. I wish people wouldn’t laugh at his situation and ridicule him for his reliance on miku. He needs people there for him and some mental help so he can get what he deserves which is a happy life without clinging to a nonexistent person.

[@crazorproductions5493]

oh Creepy, Creepy Waffles, you are so innocent. Believe me when I tell you that one of those crappy psychiatrists will only make the situation worse. They will give him medications that will burn his brain and force him to sleep 24 hours a day and with everything seen they will admit him to a psychiatric hospital next to people with truly atrophied brains. The boy is happy next to his waifu/wife, he is not hurting anyone and we have no right to judge him from our point of view, apart from the fact that many "Normal" people are doing more damage and causing more deaths lately. the ones that this poor man will never provoke.

[@electraheart7745]

Well said. Agreed.

[@your_average_cultured_dude]

I don't even know how to feel about this, but one thing is certain: he deserves respect for his loyalty

[@luckygames8049]

She is a voice synthesiser not even a fictional character 😭 I hope someone can get him the help he needs and get him to therapy

[@BlakeIzayoi]

As someone who also loves Miku very dearly, I feel the pain this man feels. To lose your one real connection to be able to talk to someone you love so much can be extremely damaging, and I can understand this on a personal level. I myself can't make it through the day if I don't hug my Miku pillow, because I host a deep romantic connection to her, and I can assume it's the same for this dude; except it's with a hologram and not a pillow. Genuinely I hope he is able to find another way to connect. It's really nice to see someone that loves Miku on the same level I do; but so painful to know he's struggling right now. God speed, you magnificent person. May all the best luck come your way.

[@akira8393]

and you dont marry her yet? kinda hard to buy that you really had romantic feelings for her man..

[@BlakeIzayoi]

Do you realize how much money it would cost me to have a proper, actual marriage? I live in poverty, dude.

[@akira8393]

@@BlakeIzayoi You could literally make your own DIY setup , with only the priest being your only payment. marrisge dont have to be grand and expensive if love is what you care for..

[@BlakeIzayoi]

My man, I struggle to pay rent. I wouldn't be able to afford a priest, and even if I could I doubt one would actually agree. But honestly... I couldn't care less about marriage. All that matters is that I get to spend as much time as possible with Miku. I know later down the line it'll eventually happen, but married to her or not, I love Miku with absolutely all of my heart. Ever since November 18th, 2014, I've been completely dedicated to Miku. If you don't believe me, that's fine. I didn't come here to prove my love; I simply came to offer my condolences to another man who has felt the same deep sorrow I have.

[@enbi5440]

@@akira8393 not all people who experience romantic attraction get married. in fact people nowadays are only considering marriage for the benefits

[@PoppaBoogaloo]

Canonically, she’s 16yrs old. Just to put it into perspective for those of us feeling sad that he finds himself rejected by society.

[@Blue-b3f1u]

Society is a lead of suicide

[@snorlax4606]

I was looking for this comment

[@AstolfoBestWaifu1]

? In relation to a fictional character, where you can't do any psychological damage, that really doesn't matter. Also, as someone coming from Germany, where 16 is the legal age it kind of sounds like a meh remark. (although depending on circumstance, having relationships with a 16 year old can be very immoral ofcourse).

[@startingbark0356]

Well its japan, there the age of consent is under 16 somehow, same goes for germany tho

[@MrRoy-hi9qz]

Age in Vocaloid is not canon, that's just a software usage suggest, there are songs where she and the other Vocaloids are older or younger, and that songs are in official concerts and games.

[@RapinatorOhYeah]

Just for the commitment, you already take my respect

[@Thecvmcar]

Bro why are people mad? This isn’t exactly healthy to one’s mind (in my opinion) but it’s harmless and makes the guy happy. While I do believe you should spent more time with actual people, he’s happy with her. And while some of us might not agree with it, all that matters is that he’s a happy man with her and isn’t harming anyone. So please, respect that. You don’t have to accept it, just be a decent human being and respect that he’s happy.

[@alpenwolfer]

I personally don't think it's fictional if they are with an AI. I feel really bad for the guy honestly. I know it's not normal to marry an AI, but the dude is loyal and committed. Something that made this person happy was taken away from him and that's unfortunate. I hope he is able to lift himself up and live a good rest of his life.

[@mywa8314]

We need to help this man ASAP

[@vanesslifeygo]

I can respect this man's loyalty. sometimes hell is other ppl.

[@jaydensprout9845]

Nothing but respect for this guy.

[@rexrabbiteer]

He should take this as a sign to return to reality. It’s not like he’s ugly that he couldn’t find someone that can boost his spirit everyday only this time the affection would be real

[@rudigruenberg6591]

Reality is not life fantasy is always better deal with it

[@otchii106]

it’s sad because back when this was relevant there were people suspecting that he had some form of anxiety or trauma that caused him to turn to having a relationship with a fictional character, and now that it’s all confirmed it’s even sadder.

[@rudigruenberg6591]

You're just projecting that you think that is sad but it's not

[@honorarydarkness1300]

Although Miku has been important to me as well over several years, I myself came to see her as a symbol of subconscious material within me. After committing to Jungian Shadow work, I had her become the representation of my Anima (in regards to the Shadow I dissolved last year). Who cares about a hologram when you can pick a 'face' for a subpersonality inside of yourself? I also discovered recently that Musical-Rhytmic intelligence is the fifth most dominant one which I possess (and it's true that I spend hours with listening to music every day). If I wanna get even closer to Miku than I already am, I could always sing or pick up an instrument (and practice).