Japanese entertainment giant TOHO has acquired a significant stake in Studio Orange, the studio behind popular anime like Trigun Stampede and Beastars.
Japanese entertainment giant TOHO has surprised the anime industry once again by acquiring a significant stake in Studio Orange, the creative studio behind Trigun Stampede and Beastars. TOHO announced it will purchase 19.7% of Orange’s shares in January 2025. This partnership aims to elevate the quality of both studios' works, strengthen global collaborations, and expand their production capabilities.
Though financial details remain undisclosed, the move shows TOHO’s growing interest in leading anime innovation and storytelling. Studio Orange has consistently pushed the boundaries of CGI in anime. Their groundbreaking work on Haruko Ishikawa's Land of the Lustrous and Paru Itagaki's Beastars proves their reputation for striking, character-driven stories. This partnership with TOHO has the potential to redefine what is possible in anime production. TOHO’s Strategic Investments in Animation Studios TOHO’s Bold Moves to Dominate Anime Production Close TOHO’s stake in Studio Orange is part of a broader strategy to consolidate its influence in the anime industry. Earlier this year, TOHO fully acquired North American distributor GKIDS, making sure that they have access to high-profile titles like Makoto Shinkai's Weathering With You. TOHO’s involvement with GKIDS proves its dedication to international expansion, bridging the gap between Japanese animation and Western audiences. TOHO has also taken significant stakes in other important studios. In June TOHO acquired the critically acclaimed studio Science SARU, known for works like Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!, solidifying its role as one of the most important Japanese entertainment companie
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