VTubing is a form of online entertainment where creators use animated avatars, often designed in an anime style, to represent themselves during live streams or videos. These avatars are controlled in real-time using motion capture technology, allowing the virtual character to mimic the creator's facial expressions and movements. VTubers often engage with their audience through platforms like Twitch and YouTube, playing video games, chatting, or performing music. This trend has gained popularity, especially in Japan, where many VTubers have built large followings and even collaborated with traditional media, blurring the lines between virtual and real-world entertainment.