Kanda Shoichi

Kanda Shoichi (神田笑一) is a male Japanese Virtual YouTuber affiliated with NIJISANJI. Previously, he was a part of NIJISANJI SEEDs' second generation's first batch alongside Asuka Hina, Harusaki Air, Amemori Sayo, Takamiya Rion, Naruto Kogane, and Maimoto Keisuke.

Profile
A 21 year-old university student studying broadcasting relationships. He likes to talk to people, but occasionally will say things that come harsh for others. Thinking later "I've gone too far!" like regretting what he said, he is a guy who has a honest heart despite from his appearance. He seems to be carrying a fine line between reason and feelings.

Personality
He’s kind, humorous and generally good natured. He is usually a mature and laidback person, but when faced with certain people (such as Gundo Mirei), he can become indignant and immature.

2018
Shoichi made his debut on 9 August.

On 13 December, Ichikara Inc. announced that NIJISANJI Gamers and NIJISANJI SEEDs would merge with NIJISANJI by the end of the month. As a result, Shoichi is now officially affiliated with NIJISANJI.

On 16 December, Shoichi reached 10,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

2019
On 31 March, Shoichi reached 20,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 11 May, Shoichi reached 30,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 4 June, Shoichi reached 40,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 17 July, Shoichi reached 50,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 20 August, Shoichi reached 60,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 10 October, Shoichi reached 70,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 17 November, Shoichi revealed his new suit outfit along with his new hairstyle.

On 26 November, Shoichi reached 80,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 18 December, Shoichi reached 90,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

2020
On 26 January, Shoichi reached 100,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 18 March, Shoichi released his first cover song, which was a duet with Gundo Mirei of Seishun Amigo. He reached 110,000 subscribers on the same day.

On 11 April, he participated in NIJISANJI's Singing Stream Relay.

On 20 May, Shoichi reached 120,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 6 June, Shoichi revealed his new kimono outfit along with the new accessories he received.

On 29 August, Shoichi reached 130,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 5 October, Shoichi reached 140,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 7 December, Shoichi reached 150,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

2021
On 12 February, Shoichi revealed his 3D model in his 3D model debut stream with the hashtag, #神田笑一3D. In the stream, he replicated Japanese memes and performed multiple songs. Other Livers such as Gundo Mirei also appeared on the stream. He reached 160,000 subscribers on the same day.

On 7 March, Shoichi reached 170,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 9 June, Shoichi reached 180,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 1 August, Shoichi reached 190,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 24 October, Shoichi reached 200,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 28 December, Shoichi reached 210,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

2022
On 4 March, it was announced that he would reveal a new costume. The new costume was unveiled on his birthday, 5 March.

On 2 April, Shoichi reached 220,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 12 July, Shoichi reached 230,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

On 25 December, Shoichi reached 240,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel.

2021

 * On 30 August, he participated in Battle Field V BFJ Streamer Cup as Team B's Squad Charlie along with Higuchi Kaede, Shibuya Hajime, and Nagao Kei.

2022

 * On 27 February 2022, Shoichi participated in the NIJISANJI VALORANT Custom event organized by Lauren Iroas and Naraka as team "Okuchi Pokan da" along with Honma Himawari, Makaino Ririmu, Nishizono Chigusa and Axia Krone.

Relationships

 * "GunKan" - Gundo Mirei and Kanda Shoichi.

Trivia

 * Color: #F4D35B
 * He shares the same character designer as Fumi of NIJISANJI.
 * He and his team won NIJISANJI's Dead by Daylight tournament.
 * Often when streaming his eyes stay closed the entire time but he can change it so that his eyes are open.
 * He is considered the older brother of the group Orihime-boshi, due to him helping when they where starting on NIJISANJI and their interactions.
 * He’s noted to have a “handsome” voice by many of his colleagues, and has been complimented directly about it numerous times. Because of this, first time collaborations with him seem to leave others nervous and flustered.
 * His favourite colour is green.
 * He is right-handed.
 * His favourite foods are tomatoes (the larger ones rather than the smaller ones) and sour food (such as lemons and Umeboshi). When he was little, he used to drink Pokka Lemon straight from the bottle.
 * He dislikes raw Chikuwa. He can eat it, but it seems that he doesn't like the smell of paste products (練りもの, including sweets, fish paste, etc.). However, he claims to be a glutton to the extent that he loves the act of "eating", and there is almost no food he dislikes.
 * He can't wink (it seems that because he has narrow eyes and can't wink, he likes it when he sees people with big eyes who are able to wink real fast).
 * He is Inuyama Tamaki's favourite VTuber.
 * He can't play horror games. He has only played a horror game once alone.

Media

 * Kanda Shoichi's corporate profile on NIJISANJI website
 * 神田笑一ファンクラブ - NIJISANJI Fan Club page
 * 【にじさんじ】神田笑一 - YouTube channel
 * shoichi_kanda - Twitch channel
 * @Kanda_Shoichi - Twitter account
 * 【にじさんじ】神田笑一 - Mirrativ channel
 * @23_kandashoichi - OPENREC.tv channel
 * @Kanda_Shoichi - TwitCasting account

Twitter Hashtags

 * #神田笑一 - General
 * #噛むなよ神田 - Stream talk
 * #クリ笑イト - Fan art
 * #噛まない神田 - Commentary on released voice dramas