- Origin and Early Development
- GSC created full-body Nendoroid Hatsune Miku costume in 2011
- Character initially called Kigurumiku, a pun on full-body costume and Miku
- Initially perceived as inaccurate portrayal of Hatsune Miku
- Popularity and Name Change
- Became known as "Mikudayo-" in February 2012
- Name derived from "I am Miku" phrase
- Gained widespread recognition through Nico Nico Live broadcast
- Official Recognition
- SEGA staff members officially called character "Mikudayo-" in April 2012
- Character officially released in winter 2012
- Applied for trademark registration with SEGA, GSC, and Crypton Future Media
- Cultural Impact
- Gained popularity on Futaba Channel (2chan)
- Featured in photo collages and parody videos
- Illustrations posted on pixiv and Nico Nico Seiga
- New version "Mikudayo-2" created for PlayStation Vita game in 2012