Nijifes 2026 Attraction Details Unveiled, 'Real Hero Patrol' and 'Real Hero Greeting' Spark Frenzy on Social Media

Popular VTuber group "Nijisanji"'s large-scale event "Nijifes 2026" has announced its attraction information, with the unveiling of "Real Hero Patrol" and "Real Hero Greeting" particularly generating a huge response on SNS X (formerly Twitter).

As the official Nijisanji account announced, "Information on Real Hero Patrol has been released!" and "Please look forward to further announcements regarding Real Hero Greeting ticket information," fans immediately erupted with cries of joy. Numerous comments such as "Real Heroes are coming back?! I want to meet them!!!" and "I never thought I'd see Real Heroes again, I'm so surprised and happy!!" poured in, indicating how eagerly their return was awaited.

For "Real Hero Patrol," Real Heroes are said to patrol the venue, splitting up to cover different areas. In response, voices expressing uncontained excitement about unexpected encounters were prominent, such as "Real Heroes walking around is too insane" and "It's crazy to imagine the possibility of running into a Real Hero." Some comments even showed expectations for their role, like "If the heroes are patrolling, the festival's safety level will be super high!!"

Furthermore, interest in "Real Hero Greeting" is also high, with fans expressing their eagerness for a chance to meet them directly, saying "I want to go to Real Hero Greeting" and "I have to win the lottery next year." Expectations for fan service are also gathering, with comments like "Real Hero Greeting sounds great, they'll probably give a lot of fan service." In particular, one fan enthusiastically posted, "The Real Hero's 🦖gyarupiece is so cute~~~", not missing even the smallest gesture of the character.

The enthusiasm is so intense that there were humorous concerns like "Won't people actually die [from excitement]?" and candid remarks such as "Honestly, I'd rather meet the Real Heroes than the actual VTubers." Many posts also hinted at an intense ticket battle, with glimpses of fans grappling between their strong desire to participate and real-world obstacles: "I guess I have no choice but to go for two days, and I want to go to the Friday live show too," and "It's peak season for me."

Tickets for "Nijifes 2026" are scheduled to begin with a comprehensive fan club pre-sale lottery on February 4, 2026, followed by an Eplus pre-sale lottery and general sales. Many fans are highly anticipating a reunion with the Real Heroes and the festival as a whole, and future updates are eagerly awaited.

The Context

Nijisanji is one of Japan's largest VTuber agencies, managing a diverse roster of virtual YouTubers. Nijifes (Nijisanji Festival) is an annual or semi-annual large-scale fan event that allows attendees to experience attractions, live performances, and exclusive merchandise related to their favorite Nijisanji VTubers. It's a key opportunity for fans to engage with the VTuber universe in a physical setting. 'Real Heroes' in the context of Nijisanji events typically refers to live-action characters, often portrayed by actors in elaborate costumes, embodying specific characters or original designs from the Nijisanji universe. These characters enhance the immersive experience by providing a physical presence that complements the virtual nature of VTubers. They are distinct from the VTuber 'talent' themselves, serving as an extension of the franchise's world-building, and interact with fans in person through activities like patrols and greetings, creating a unique blend of virtual and real-world fan engagement.