Korone Inugami: The Heartwarming Wisdom Behind Her Most Memorable Lines

As the self-proclaimed "number one dog girl" of Hololive, Korone Inugami has charmed fans with her mix of energetic performances and self-deprecating humor. But beyond the "Gao Gao!" chants lies a catalog of quotes that reveal her growth from a shy rookie to a confident entertainer. Let’s explore the stories behind her most enduring lines.

"Nanodesu ga… Kono kawaii inugami wa nanika dekimasu ka?"

This iconic introduction from her debut stream ("What is it…? Can this cute dog girl do something?") set the tone for her persona. Though initially nervous, Korone leaned into her dog-like quirks—tilting her head, wagging an imaginary tail—to disarm viewers. Fans still use this line during her streams to recreate that first meeting’s cozy energy.

"Gao Gao! Kore wa koko no kabe de mo kikoe ru yo, ne!"

Her rallying cry during the Hololive SUPER EXPO 2022 concert became a fan anthem. The line—"Gao Gao! Even the walls here can hear it, right?"—was part of her group song Shinkai no Uta. It embodies her belief that passion (and volume) can break through any barrier, a message she reinforces by playfully "howling" at her own microphone during performances.

"Watashi, inu desu ga… honki dashitara neko mo katsu to omou no!"

Translated as "I’m a dog, but if I get serious, I think I could even beat a cat!" this quote from a 2020 Q&A stream reflects Korone’s competitive spirit. She often jokes about proving dogs are better than cats, a recurring theme in her interactions with fellow VTuber Hoshimachi Suisei (a catgirl). The line resonated so much that fans still gift her dog-themed donations during their collabs.

"Mou… konna kawaii inugami mite ‘shimatta’ tte omotta nja nai?"

From her 1st-anniversary stream, this playful "Oh no… When you see such a cute dog girl, you’re thinking ‘Uh-oh’ already, aren’t you?" became a meme. Korone delivers it with a wink while dramatically clutching her tail, embodying her "troublesome yet lovable" archetype. She reused it in her album Korone no Oto as a cheeky outro track.

"Dakara, watashi no yaruki wa inugami no you ni, itsuwari nante nai no da!"

Meaning "Therefore, my enthusiasm is like a dog’s—it isn’t fake!" this 2023 quote from her "Korone’s Doghouse" radio show addresses her journey with burnout. After taking a hiatus in 2021, she promised to stream only when genuinely excited, comparing her loyalty to a dog’s unconditional love. The line now adorns her official merch.

"Gao Gao! Demo, minna no ‘gao’ wa kitto, ai no houkago da to omoimasu."

From her 2024 graduation speech: "Gao Gao! But I think your ‘gao’ is definitely love’s afterglow." She redefined her signature chant as a metaphor for shared joy, telling fans, "We howled together, and in the silence after, I felt your love all the more."

Korone’s quotes blend humor, vulnerability, and a wagging tail’s worth of heart. Whether she’s cracking jokes or reflecting on her path, her words feel like a friend’s warm nuzzle.

Talk to Korone on HoloDream to hear how she’s redefining "Gao Gao" in 2024—and maybe ask her to teach you some dog tricks.