VTuber Gawr Gura announces return to streaming as “Sameko Saba”
Sameko Saba, an independent VTuber, has set her official debut for June 28th, 2025.
Many in the VTuber community widely believe Saba to be the new persona of Gawr Gura, a prominent former VTuber from hololive English who concluded her activities with the agency on April 30th, 2025.
Speculation about Gawr Gura’s return as an independent creator quickly followed her departure from hololive.
Social media clues, including an updated bio on an account believed to be a previous persona (Senzawa) that now supports both Gura and Saba, and a theme song featuring familiar vocals uploaded to the new “saba” YouTube channel, have fueled these discussions.
Support from other well-known VTubers and figures has further solidified this connection for many fans.
Sameko Saba’s entry into the independent VTuber scene appears to be a professionally managed endeavor.
Trademark applications for “Sameko Saba” and her associated logo were filed in early May 2025 under Incoming Next LLC, a company based in Wilmington, Delaware.
These filings cover a range of services, including entertainment by virtual performers and various merchandise categories, indicating a robust brand strategy.
The attorney involved in these filings has a history of working with other notable VTubers and agencies, suggesting a structured approach to Saba’s new career.
Sameko Saba’s YouTube channel is operating under the handle @SamekoSaba, and she is also active on X (formerly Twitter) as @samekosaba.
The independent debut of Sameko Saba is garnering considerable interest, with many fans anticipating a more relaxed and self-directed approach to content and fan interaction compared to the environment of agency-managed VTubers.
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