Toonz Media Group, a leading animation producer based in India, has announced a major collaboration with Japan’s 1st PLACE, a company specializing in original IP development. This partnership aims to attract global projects and provide cost-effective, high-quality solutions for anime production and 3D CG creation.
The two companies highlight the growing global demand for anime across streaming platforms, gaming, and entertainment. The collaboration will combine Toonz’s 25 years of production experience and robust infrastructure with 1st PLACE’s expertise in innovative anime storytelling and design.
“At Toonz, we are always exploring new creative frontiers. This partnership with 1st PLACE will not only bring world-class anime projects to life but also expand our presence in this booming industry,” said P. Jayakumar, CEO of Toonz Media Group.
Japan’s anime industry is facing a significant talent shortage, making it difficult for studios to meet the increasing demand for high-quality anime productions.
“There is already a significant talent shortage in Japan for anime production,” said Kumiko Murayama, CEO of 1st PLACE. “This partnership with Toonz will help bridge that gap by expanding our production capacity and enabling us to produce more anime TV series and movies without sacrificing quality. With Toonz’s world-class infrastructure, we can scale up production while preserving the artistic integrity of anime.”
This strategic alliance also enhances India’s role in the global anime sector, positioning Toonz as a key player in international anime production. By combining Toonz’s advanced animation pipeline with 1st PLACE’s creative expertise in areas such as video content, music, 3D CG, and merchandising, the partnership aims to build a sustainable anime production ecosystem that delivers high-quality content to audiences worldwide.
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