Toei Animation Establishes New Studio in Osaka – News

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toei animation It was announced on Tuesday that a new production base was established in Osaka. The new Osaka studio aims to further expand toei animationproduction work, recruit talented artists Kansai and strengthen ties with local communities.
With the latest advancements in networking and digital technology, Osaka Studios also aims to promote an environment where creators can choose their own work locations, support more flexible and creative work styles, and encourage the creation of high-quality animation works.
Yamada Kiichirō,,,,, toei animationThe board director and production director said the labor shortage in the animation industry is becoming a serious problem. therefore, toei It is believed that in addition to Oizumi Studio in Tokyo, creators from all over Japan and open studios in other regions will also be recruited.
Yamada added that Osaka studios will focus on background art first, with the goal of gradually gaining the same features as Oizumi Studio.
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