On February 25th, Netflix announced measures to expand its anime series. The content is to conclude partnerships with direct contracts with 6 artists and create original animation works from there. Participating artists include CLAMP, Shin Kibayashi, Yasuo Otagaki, Otoichi, Tou Ubukata, and Mari Yamazaki. The content based on the presentation has already been introduced in this magazine.
6 artists that Netflix has announced direct deals with. CLAMP, Mr. Shin Kibayashi, Mr. Yasuo Otagaki, Mr. Otsuichi, Mr. Tou Ubukata, Mr. Mari Yamazaki・Netflix, CLAMP, Otsuichi, Tou Ubukata and other six creators. Strengthen animation from Japan
On February 25, a press conference was held at the Netflix office in Tokyo
So what does this measure mean for Netflix itself and the anime industry?
We interviewed Netflix/animation chief producer Daiki Sakurai and artists who have signed a partnership with Shin Kibayashi and Nanase Okawa of CLAMP.
From there, let's explore the positioning of this measure and its impact on the anime industry.
