Anime will always be synonymous with 2D animation, as it is an evolution of the manga comics published and sold in paperback form as well as the original stories from Japanese creators that embraced ...

The veteran in-house producer for the storied Toei Animation discusses the challenges of synergizing Japanese anime and Western storytelling. By Gavin J Blair Instrumental in bringing anime to the ...

CGI anime isn’t always great. When done lazily, it can feel clunky and robotic, like watching video game cutscenes from a decade ago. Expressions can look weirdly flat, and characters might move too ...

That said, with the big emotional flashback all wrapped up, One Piece’s Egghead Arc is now moving onto the second stage of its story, slowly building up to its epic climax and the big showdown of the ...

Glorious hand-drawn intensity can unravel the second rough 3D models hit the frame. A single stiff walk cycle, an expressionless face, a texture that shines like wet plastic, each mistake whispers ...

Japan is gearing up for a major push to make anime and games even bigger worldwide, with a $130 billion plan to spread its exports.

The record annual results for Japan's booming anime industry were achieved even before the recent historic success of 'Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle.' By Patrick Brzeski Asia Bureau Chief The report ...

Japan ’s anime industry reached an all-time high in 2024, climbing to JPY3.84 trillion ($25.25 billion) in total market value, according to data presented by the Association of Japanese Animations ...