KAITO Celebrates 20th Anniversary With New and Improved $530 Dollfie Dream Doll
Image by James RichardsonVirtual singer KAITO is returning to Volks’ popular Dollfie Dream series with a major upgrade to celebrate his 20th anniversary.
The new “Dollfie Dream KAITO 2.0” introduces a redesigned version of the character featuring an updated body, improved proportions and a reworked outfit, alongside the return of two optional accessories.
Originally released by Crypton Future Media in 2006, KAITO was one of the first Japanese-language male Vocaloid virtual singers, eventually joining the popular Piapro Characters lineup alongside Hatsune Miku, MEIKO and the Kagamine twins.
His 20th anniversary has already inspired several commemorative products, including a limited-edition jewelry collection from Japanese brand LUMOTION featuring necklaces, bracelets and other accessories inspired by his signature blue coloring.
Volks has also been upgrading its existing Piapro Characters dolls, previously releasing new 2.0 versions of Megurine Luka and MEIKO with improved articulation and carefully adjusted outfits.
The Dollfie Dream series combines large articulated doll bodies with anime-style character sculpts, detailed fabric clothing and removable accessories, allowing fans to recreate their favorite characters in a range of poses.
For KAITO’s latest release, Volks is introducing its new DD Base Body 2.0 Boy Type, featuring broader shoulders, a more defined chest and improved body proportions designed specifically for male characters.
The updated body stands approximately 15 mm taller than the standard DD Base Body 2.0, while retaining the extensive articulation of the existing series, including the ability to bend the neck and upper body into more expressive positions.
Volks has also adjusted the size of KAITO’s head to complement his new proportions, creating a more refined appearance while retaining his original hairstyle, gentle expression and custom 20 mm anime-style eyes.
His signature outfit has been recreated with a white jacket, dark blue trousers, matching boots and the long blue scarf that has become one of the virtual singer’s defining design elements.
The clothing has also been adjusted to fit the updated body, with changes to its overall silhouette that allow the costume to sit more naturally around the shoulders, chest and waist.
Additional details include his headset, decorative buckles and detachable pocket parts, while an interchangeable hand with two fingers raised allows fans to recreate a playful peace-sign pose.
Alongside the upgraded doll, Volks is bringing back the “Senbonzakura Dress Set,” recreating KAITO’s military-inspired kimono outfit from the popular Vocaloid song Senbonzakura.
The elaborate costume includes a matching military-style hat, kimono jacket, gloves, trousers and long boots, allowing owners to dress KAITO as his alternate character Aone Kaito from the song’s accompanying story and artwork.
Another returning accessory is the “DD KAITO Glasses,” a miniature recreation of the “KAITO PC Glasses KAITO-002” originally developed by Japanese eyewear brand Washin Palette.
The doll-sized glasses feature a fully folding design and packaging matching the original eyewear collaboration, with Volks confirming that they can be worn by both the original Dollfie Dream KAITO and the upgraded 2.0 version.
“Dollfie Dream KAITO 2.0” will receive an advance release at Dolls Party 56 on December 13, 2026, priced at ¥84,700 (approximately $530 USD / £400 GBP), before pre-orders open through the official Dollfie Online Store and participating Volks stores from January 16 to 24, 2027, with delivery scheduled for summer 2027.
The separate “Senbonzakura Dress Set” will be priced at ¥19,800 (approximately $124 USD / £94 GBP), while the “DD KAITO Glasses” will cost ¥5,500 (approximately $34 USD / £26 GBP), with both accessories also available at Dolls Party 56.
Volks USA has confirmed that the upgraded doll and its accompanying accessories are also coming to its US store, with further ordering details to be announced.
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