Mainstream critics have started to take notice. In a 2024 analysis for Real Sound , music journalist Takayuki Okada wrote:
Shiramine Miu is a Japanese idol and performer, best known for her work as a member of the idol group ≠ME (Not Equal Me). ≠ME is the sister group of the popular =LOVE, both produced by idol legend Sashihara Rino. Debuting in 2019, ≠ME quickly gained attention for their energetic choreography, strong vocals, and thoughtful lyrics — with Miu standing out as a core member. shiramine miu
Miu’s aesthetic is defined by the color , contrasting heavily with the bright pinks and pastels of other characters. Mainstream critics have started to take notice