Digital love: Why I 'married' a cartoon popstar

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At school in Japan Akihiko Kondo was bullied for being an 'otaku' – someone who loves the world of anime, games and computers. Unpopular, he never found love growing up and as a young man he was bullied by colleagues. This experience left him depressed and needing to take a two-year break from work. But everything changed when he discovered an animated character named Hatsune Miku, and ten years later he decided to ‘marry’ Miku publicly. Akihiko's announcement resulted in a backlash from his friends, family and people around the world. Presenter: India Rakusen Producer: Tommy Dixon Get in touch: [email protected] or WhatsApp +44 330 678 2707 Photo: Akihiko and Hatsune Miku on their wedding day Credit: Akihiko Kondo