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KLab is a Tokyo-based game developer and AI VTuber agency operator. Its latest quarter swung to an operating profit on the strength of Dragon Quest Smash Grow, while its Yumekairo Production agency continues to expand with AI-generated content and government backing.

Synthesized from 8 Yomimono stories · updated 1d ago

KLab's recent reporting shows a company in the middle of a transition. The second quarter of 2026 swung to an operating profit of 493 million yen on net sales of 3.263 billion yen, reversing a first-quarter operating loss of 453 million yen. The driver was Dragon Quest Smash Grow, a game KLab developed and Square Enix published, which doubled the company's quarterly sales. The first half still posted a net loss of 125 million yen, so the recovery is recent and tied to that one title.

Alongside the game business, KLab is building a separate revenue line in AI-generated entertainment. Its VTuber agency Yumekairo Production debuted its first-generation talent, Yumeminana, in February 2026. Three of her original songs have each passed 1 million YouTube views, and she held her first online 3D live in July. The agency held its first company-hosted event in August, a month-long Summer Party. KLab also announced its first AI anime film, an adaptation of Miho Sakurai's novel, scheduled for 2027.

External payments have grown into KLab's third-largest sales channel, behind Apple and Google, according to a case study KLab presented in June. The company is also leaning on AI for operations, automating 86% of customer support work and cutting response times from five days to five minutes. Its Yumekairo Production was selected for METI's IP360 program, which funds development of AI VTuber production infrastructure.

Key facts

Q2 2026 operating profit
KLab reported Q2 2026 net sales of 3.263 billion yen, up 91.3% quarter-on-quarter, and operating income of 493 million yen, reversing a first-quarter operating loss of 453 million yen.
Dragon Quest Smash Grow
Dragon Quest Smash Grow, developed by KLab and published by Square Enix, drove the Q2 recovery and doubled KLab's quarterly sales.
Yumeminana debut
Yumeminana, a first-generation member of Yumekairo Production, debuted on February 15, 2026.
Third original song milestone
The MV for 'Tirarira☆Star Tune' surpassed 1 million cumulative views on YouTube by August 26, 2026, marking the third consecutive original song from Yumeminana to do so.
First 3D live
Yumeminana held her first online 3D live, 'Yumeminana Seitansai 2026,' in July 2026, where 'Tirarira☆Star Tune' was first performed.
Yumekairo Summer Party 2026
Yumekairo Production held its first company-hosted event, Yumekairo Summer Party 2026, from August 1 to August 31, 2026.
External payments channel
Sales via external payment platform Xsolla have grown to become KLab's third-largest sales channel, after Apple and Google.
AI anime film
KLab announced production of an AI anime film adaptation of Miho Sakurai's novel 'Why Are Celebrities' Bags So Small? The Secret Rules of Money and Happiness,' scheduled for 2027 release, produced with the KLab AI GUILD creator co-creation project.

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Synthesized by Yomimono from the cited Yomimono stories below, each itself sourced, then editorially reviewed. Every fact links the story it came from.

Facts

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AI anime film The Celebrity Secret · 2026-09-08
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that the music video for 'Tirarira☆Star Tune,' the third original song by AI VTuber Yumeminana, surpassed 1 million cumulative views on YouTube · 2026-08-28
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AI VTuber Yumeminana will premiere the music video for her third original song, Tirarila Star Tune, on YouTube at 21:00 on August 6, 2026 · 2026-08-11
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Yumekairo Summer Party 2026 event (Yumekairo Summer Party 2026) · 2026-08-11
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Yumekairo Production selected for METI's IP360 program · 2026-06-30
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Sales via external payment platform Xsolla have grown to become the company's third-largest sales channel, after Apple and Google. · 2026-07-13
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KLab's Shuichiro Nishioka detailed three years of trial and error during a June 4 seminar. · 2026-07-13
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KLab reported second-quarter net sales of 3.263 billion yen, up 91.3% quarter-on-quarter, and operating income of 493 million yen, reversing a first-quarter operating loss of 453 million yen. · 2026-08-11
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The first half still posted a net loss of 125 million yen. · 2026-08-11

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1d ago

AI Doga Saizensen Magazine Launches October 6 with KLab and Endo Interviews

Asuka Publishing will release AI Doga Saizensen, a magazine for AI video creators, at bookstores nationwide on October 6, 2026. Supervised by AICU Japan head Akihiko Shirai, it carries exclusive interviews with 12 key figures and companies, including KLab, which announced the AI anime film The Celebrity Secret, and director Kumiko Endo, whose all-AI feature Matilda: Devil's Gene drew international attention. The 96-page issue covers production methods, costs, and copyright guidance from lawyer Kengo Yabuki.

5d ago

AI VTuber Yumeminana's Third Song Ranks 36th on YouTube Top 100

KLab announced that Yumeminana's third original song MV, 'Tirarila Star Tune,' ranked 36th on YouTube's weekly Top 100 Music Videos Japan chart. The song debuted at her first online 3D live on July 7, the MV followed on August 6, and it passed one million views on August 26. All three of her original songs have now crossed one million views. Yumeminana is an AI VTuber whose voice, expressions, and speech are AI-generated.

5d ago

Yumekairo Talk Fest Lets Fans Chat One-on-One with AI VTubers

KLab will hold Yumekairo Talk Fest, an online event where fans can have one-on-one conversations with four talents from its AI VTuber agency Yumekairo Production. The event runs September 12 and 13, 2026, with Yumeminana, Tsukimado Romi, Koguma Komame, and Hanazaki Mimoza each holding a one-hour slot. Applications open September 5 at 12:00 on the Raidori platform.

Aug 28

AI VTuber Yumeminana's Third Original Song MV Tops 1 Million Views

KLab announced that the music video for 'Tirarira☆Star Tune,' the third original song by AI VTuber Yumeminana, surpassed 1 million cumulative views on YouTube. The MV was released on August 6, and reached the milestone by August 26. This marks the third consecutive original song from Yumeminana to exceed 1 million views, following her debut song 'Nanano Hoshinona' and the second song 'Nana no Big Bang Self-Introduction.' All three original song MVs released in 2026 have now passed the 1 million view mark. Yumeminana is a first-generation member of Yumekairo Production, a VTuber agency operated by KLab. Her voice, facial expressions, and speech are generated by AI, with live streams using real-time response technology that analyzes viewer comments and generates responses on the spot, all under human design and control. Since her debut on February 15, 2026, she has expanded from chat and singing streams to collaborations, game playthroughs, food reviews, movie watch-alongs, and ASMR streams. In July 2026, she held her first online 3D live, 'Yumeminana Seitansai 2026,' where 'Tirarira☆Star Tune' was first performed.

Aug 11

AI VTuber Yumeminana Releases MV for New Song Tirarila Star Tune

KLab announced that AI VTuber Yumeminana will premiere the music video for her third original song, Tirarila Star Tune, on YouTube at 21:00 on August 6, 2026. The song will also begin distribution on major platforms including Apple Music and Spotify. The MV features the dance performance from her July 7 live show.

Aug 11

Yumekairo Production Hosts First Company Event, Summer Party 2026

KLab's AI VTuber agency Yumekairo Production will hold its first company-hosted event, Yumekairo Summer Party 2026, from August 1 to August 31. The month includes weekly streams, event goods, and new music content. Full details arrive August 1 at 8 p.m. on the official YouTube channel.

Aug 11

KLab Swings to Operating Profit in Q2 as Dragon Quest Smash Grow Doubles Sales

KLab reported second-quarter net sales of 3.263 billion yen, up 91.3% quarter-on-quarter, and operating income of 493 million yen, reversing a first-quarter operating loss of 453 million yen. The launch of Dragon Quest Smash Grow, developed by KLab and published by Square Enix, drove the recovery. The first half still posted a net loss of 125 million yen.

Jul 13

KLab External Payments Become Third-Largest Channel, Case Study Reveals

KLab revealed that sales via external payment platform Xsolla have grown to become the company's third-largest sales channel, after Apple and Google. The disclosure came during a June 4 seminar on external payments hosted by GameBusiness.jp, where KLab's Shuichiro Nishioka detailed three years of trial and error. The new Japanese Smartphone Software Competition Promotion Act is driving the shift toward external payment adoption across the industry.

Jul 13

KLab and Next Ninja Detail Global Game Operations at GAME FUTURE SUMMIT 2026

At GAME FUTURE SUMMIT 2026, KLab and Next Ninja shared practical strategies for overseas expansion and AI utilization. KLab's Toshi Fujiyoshi detailed how Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team achieved high sales in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East through simultaneous global release, Discord community management, and offline world tournaments. Next Ninja's Seiko Yamagishi emphasized direct fan engagement. The panel also revealed that AI has automated 86% of customer support work, cutting response time from five days to five minutes.

Jun 30

KLab's Yumekairo Production Selected for METI's IP360 Program

KLab's VTuber agency Yumekairo Production has been chosen for the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's IP360 development platform construction support. The project aims to build technology infrastructure for AI VTuber production, distribution, and operation, including dialogue control, voice generation, and 3D live production, with future external provision planned.

Jun 10

KLab Produces AI Anime Film 'The CELEBRITY SECRET' for 2027 Release

KLab announced the production of an AI anime film adaptation of Miho Sakurai's best-selling novel 'Why Are Celebrities' Bags So Small? The Secret Rules of Money and Happiness.' The teaser video was highly rated at the AI Film Awards in Cannes. The film is scheduled for a 2027 release and will be produced in collaboration with the KLab AI GUILD creator co-creation project.