Napoli no Otokotachi facts for kids
Napoli no Otokotachi (ナポリの男たち) is a super popular group of video game streamers from Japan! They are known for making fun and interesting videos about games. The group has four members: Jack o’ Lanteh, Sugiru, hacchi, and shu3. Their name, "Napoli no Otokotachi," was actually chosen by their fans through a survey! They share their videos on both Niconico Videos and YouTube. They also do live streams once a week. Their main goal is to create videos that help people relax and feel better, like a fun break from everyday life.
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Meet the Members
Jack o' Lanteh
Jack o' Lanteh's special color is purple. He's one of the oldest and most experienced streamers on Niconico. He's really good at planning things and helps keep the group organized. People sometimes call him the "trilobite of streamers" because he's been around for so long and is a true expert!
Sugiru
Sugiru's special color is yellow. He's known for his super energetic and childlike personality, which comes from his pure heart. He's often called a very talented streamer, especially from the western part of Japan.
Hacchi
Hacchi's special color is green. He made history by being the first person to reach number one on the Niconico video general ranking! Because of this, he's seen as a "monument" in the streaming world. Hacchi also has a huge vocabulary, which makes his videos and discussions really unique and interesting.
Shu3
Shu3's special color is blue. He's famous for his amazing skills in programming and creating custom game modifications. He has a calm and gentle voice, and a mild manner. But don't let that fool you, he sometimes enjoys talking about silly or "dirty" topics!
Each member also streams videos on their own Niconico or YouTube channels, sharing even more content with their fans.
Group Milestones and Events
Napoli no Otokotachi has been busy since they started! Here are some of their big moments:
- June 10, 2016: The group officially formed.
- March 1, 2017: Their official Niconico channel opened.
- March 14, 2017: Their official YouTube channel opened.
- December 27, 2018: They appeared in an official PUBG contest on Niconico.
- June 14, 2019: They held their first "Napoliten" exhibition in Tokyo.
- October 2, 2019: They held another "Napoliten" exhibition, this time in Osaka.
- December 18, 2019: They published a special work called "Dosukoi!" in the popular Japanese manga magazine, Ribon.
- March 26, 2020: They appeared in a commercial for the video game Final Fantasy VII Remake.
- September 15, 2020: They became "Mystery Persons" in a live-action project.
- October 10, 2020: They had a fun collaboration with Sanrio characters.
- December 27, 2020: They teamed up for a special Among Us collaboration.
What Kind of Videos Do They Make?
Napoli no Otokotachi creates many different kinds of game-play videos. Many of their videos are part of a series, meaning they have multiple parts. Others are standalone videos that you can watch by themselves. You can find most of these videos on their official YouTube channel.
Their Fan Channel
You can join their special fan channel for 500 yen plus tax. People who join are playfully called "540 yen" members. As a member, you get to listen to their exclusive radio shows every Saturday night at 10:00 p.m. These shows are just for members! About two or three times a year, they also do special broadcasts on YouTube that everyone can watch, even if they aren't members.
Special Events and Team-Ups
Napoli no Otokotachi no Yakai
This is a special broadcast hosted by Napoli no Otokotachi. They invite a guest and chat about different topics. Some of their guests have included Shinsuke, who is also a game streamer, and Taiku Okazaki, a well-known artist.
Napoliten
"Napoliten" is an exciting exhibition organized by Napoli no Otokotachi themselves! At these events, they display personal items and cool goods that are connected to their videos. They've held "Napoliten" in big cities like Tokyo (in Ikebukuro) and Osaka (in Umeda). Tickets to get in cost 540 yen. These events were also the first time they sold official merchandise, which was a big deal for fans!
Sanrio Collaboration
Napoli no Otokotachi had a super cute collaboration with Sanrio characters, especially the Hapidanbui group! They sold special collaboration merchandise at Ikebukuro Marui. They even streamed a live-action video from Sanrio Puroland, which is a famous theme park!
AMONG US Collaboration
Napoli no Otokotachi teamed up with four members from another popular group called Shuyaku ha WareWareda! (主役は我々だ!). They played the popular game Among Us together, creating fun content for both their fan bases.
External Links
- Napoli no Otokotachi NICO NICO PEDIA
- Napoli no Otokotachi YouTube Channel
- Napoli no Otokotachi Twitter
