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Japan

The Boy and the Heron The Boy and the Heron
Anime

Planning For Life After Miyazaki, Studio Ghibli Sells Controlling Stake To Nippon TV

Nippon executives will take over Ghibli’s business in October, although the studio will maintain complete creative independence.

By Jamie Lang | 2 days ago

See ya Mr.Banno! See ya Mr.Banno!
Know Your Indie Filmmaker

Know Your Indie Filmmaker: Yoko Yuki

Yuki’s body of work work is a beautifully unhinged, mind-drenching, kaleidoscopic explosion of colors, figures, memories, and voices.

By Chris Robinson | 1 week ago

Hayao Miyazaki
Animators

Studio Ghibli VP Says ‘The Boy And The Heron’ Won’t Be Miyazaki’s Final Film

According to Ghibli VP Junichi Nishioka, the director is still at the studio every day working on ideas for his next film.

By Jamie Lang | 2 weeks ago

'The Boy and the Heron' Hayao Miyazaki
Box Office Report

‘The Boy and the Heron Crosses’ 5 Billion Yen Milestone In Japan, But Trails Other Miyazaki films

After four weeks, ‘The Boy and the Heron’ is tracking slightly behind Miyazaki’s last film, ‘The Wind Rises.’

By Jamie Lang | 2 months ago

Elemental
Box Office Report

‘Suzume’ Director Makoto Shinkai Praises Pixar’s ‘Elemental,’ Which Opened In Japan Last Weekend

Pixar’s latest film continues to find admirers around the globe.

By Amid Amidi | 2 months ago

Ippei Kuri
RIP

Ippei Kuri, Co-Founder And Former President Of ‘Speed Racer,’ ‘Robotech,’ ‘Gatchaman’ Studio Tatsunoko Production, Dies At 83

Kuri was an accomplished manga artist, producer, character designer, animator, and director several iconic anime series.

By Jamie Lang | 2 months ago

Box Office July 17 2023
Anime

Box Office Report: Miyazaki’s Big Opening Weekend, ‘Elemental’s Impressive Legs, And Two Chinese Hits

This year’s box office has proved unpredictable, but animation is flourishing in the world’s biggest markets.

By Jamie Lang | 2 months ago

Kyoto Animation, Studio 1
Anime

Kyoto Animation Will Construct Two Memorials For Victims Of 2019 Arson Attack

The company plans to build a public memorial at its Kyoto headquarters and a private one in the suburb where the attack took place.

By Jamie Lang | 4 months ago

Mario Edit
Box Office Report

‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Passes ‘Minions’ As Illumination’s Top Grossing Film Of All-Time

Makoto Shinkai’s ‘Suzume’ and Takehiko Inoue’s ‘The First Slam Dunk’ both passed major milestones over the weekend as well.

By Jamie Lang | 5 months ago

Bakugan
Anime

Canada’s Nelvana And Japan’s Polygon Pictures Sign Development Deal For Kids’ Content

The companies will work together to bring IPs like ‘Bakugan,’ ‘Beyblade,’ and ‘Cardcaptor Sakura’ to a wider global audience.

By Jamie Lang | 5 months ago

Sega Rovio
Business

Sega Agrees To Buy ‘Angry Birds’ Developer Rovio Entertainment For $706M

According to Sega, acquiring Rovio will accelerate the development of mobile-compatible and multi-platform versions of its IPs.

By Jamie Lang | 5 months ago

Ghibli Documentary
Executives

Studio Ghibli Replaces Longtime President Koji Hoshino With Co-Founder Toshio Suzuki

The executive change comes amid a recent swirl of Japanese media allegations regarding Suzuki.

By Jamie Lang | 6 months ago

Mt. Head
Know Your Indie Filmmaker

Know Your Indie Filmmaker: Kōji Yamamura

Yamamura’s films are a bit like chameleons. Each looks different from the previous one, yet there can be no doubt that the films are his.

By Chris Robinson | 6 months ago

"Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman"
Festivals

‘Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman’ Tops First Niigata International Animation Film Festival

Other honors went to ‘Khamsa – The Well of Oblivion,’ ‘Thee Wreckers Tetralogy,’ and ‘Vampire in the Garden: The Movie.’

By Jamie Lang | 6 months ago

One Piece Film Red
Business

Saudi Arabia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Ups Its Stake In ‘One Piece,’ ‘Dragon Ball’ Producer Toei Company

The increased investment comes just weeks after Toei published an ambitious 10-year financial plan.

By Jamie Lang | 7 months ago

Leiji Matsumoto
Anime

Leiji Matsumoto, Legendary Manga And Anime Creator, Dies At 85

Matsumoto created numerous iconic anime titles including ‘Space Battleship Yamato,’ ‘Galaxy Express 999,’ and ‘Space Pirate Captain Harlock.’

By Jamie Lang | 7 months ago

Tezuka Osamu
Anime

Osamu Tezuka, Toei Company President And CEO, Dies At 62

Toei managing director and chairman Noriyuki Tada is taking over as president following Tezuka’s passing.

By Jamie Lang | 7 months ago

Astro Boy
Anime

The Humble Beginning Of Japan’s Powerhouse Animation Industry (Video Essay)

Youtuber Wookong has put together a detailed account of the evolution of animation production in Japan in the mid-20th century.

By Jamie Lang | 8 months ago

Shorts

Netflix Faces Backlash After Using AI Software To Create Backgrounds For An Animated Short

Artists quickly dismissed the company’s claim of animation labor shortages and questioned the ethics of image-generating software.

By Jamie Lang | 8 months ago

Feature Film

Inaugural Niigata International Animation Festival Unveils Its Competition Lineup

Niigata’s competition lineup features 10 titles with producers from 12 countries. Japanese animation legend Mamoru Oshii is the jury president of the first edition.

By Jamie Lang | 8 months ago

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