Oshi means the person you especially support
Oshi commonly refers to a creator or character someone particularly likes and supports.
Oshi commonly refers to a creator or character someone particularly likes and supports. It does not require choosing only one. A flood of unfamiliar fan terms can make a newcomer feel left behind, but learning them gradually does not prevent anyone from enjoying a stream.
Kirinuki is a piece cut from a longer broadcast
Kirinuki generally means an edited excerpt from a long stream, similar to a clip or highlight.
Kirinuki generally means an edited excerpt from a long stream, similar to a clip or highlight. Translation and editing can change the meaning, so check the original context before sharing a sensational statement.
Utawaku means a singing stream
Utawaku is a singing broadcast.
Utawaku is a singing broadcast. Zatsudan often means casual conversation, while archive commonly refers to a saved replay. Usage varies by community, so the channel’s own description comes first. Practical tip: when a term is unfamiliar, check the video description before interrupting the chat.