Overview
The size of the Japanese animation market was 2,426 billion yen by 2020. More than half of that amount came from overseas sales. The manga market is also expanding, reaching 675.9 billion yen in 2021. Those unique visuals and stories from Japan have struck a chord with fans around the world and are growing into a huge industry. ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION will actively feature major works that are highly recognized by overseas fans and reveal the secrets of Japanese anime and manga creation through the series.
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Episodes - Season 1
Episode 1: The Rose of Versailles Special
Apr 30, 2023
ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION is a new series that dives into the world of Japanese anime and manga, both of which have gained an immense global following. Th...
Episode 2: Captain Tsubasa Special
Jun 04, 2023
This time, we're featuring Captain Tsubasa, the timeless soccer manga from Takahashi Yoichi. The series has sold over 90 million copies worldwide...
Episode 3: Anime Encyclopedia: MECHANICAL DESIGNER
Jul 23, 2023
In this episode, we feature the mechanical designers responsible for some of Japan's most famous anime and manga robots, including Okawara Kunio,...
Episode 4: THE ANIME STUDIO―MADHOUSE―
Jul 30, 2023
This time, we're featuring MADHOUSE, an anime studio with over 50 years of history. Go behind the scenes of recent productions like OVERLORD, Son...
Episode 5: FEATURED ANIMATION ARTIST Hori Takahide
Aug 27, 2023
In this episode, the spotlight is on Hori Takahide, director of the sci-fi feature film JUNK HEAD. How did Hori create a critically acclaimed stop-mot...
Episode 6: FEATURED ANIMATION ARTIST Yokoshima Toshihisa
Oct 21, 2023
This time, we're featuring animation director Yokoshima Toshihisa, who was selected to direct the feature SAND LAND, based on Toriyama Akira'...
Episode 7: Baki Special
Oct 29, 2023
This episode focuses on Baki the Grappler, a martial arts manga in publication for 30 years. Featuring an extended interview with series creator Itaga...
Episode 8: THE ANIME STUDIO: TMS ENTERTAINMENT
Dec 24, 2023
In this episode, we're featuring TMS ENTERTAINMENT, a long-established studio celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2024. Known for beloved hits li...
