>Kadokawa & Aniplex Launch New Joint Anime Film Distribution Company “ANIMEC”
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<Kadokawa and Aniplex — both major players in anime production and media — have created a new joint venture called “ANIMEC.” The new company will focus on distributing theatrical anime films, with the goal of improving planning, marketing, and release strategies both domestically and internationally.
<Anime theatrical releases have become a growing business segment in recent years, with titles regularly earning strong box office results in Japan and overseas. However, competition for screens and market share has also intensified, prompting Kadokawa and Aniplex to formalize their collaboration. By pooling resources and expertise, ANIMEC aims to better support titles throughout the full lifecycle of a film’s distribution — from initial planning to promotion and global rollout.
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<In addition to Japan’s theatrical market, ANIMEC is expected to play an active role in expanding international distribution networks, particularly as anime films see increased demand in overseas theaters. Strategic alignment between Kadokawa’s content portfolio and Aniplex’s global promotional capabilities could give the venture an edge in coordinating multi-region releases and marketing campaigns.
>AnimeJapan 2026 Reveals “Manga We Want to See Animated” Top 10 Ranking
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<The ranking is based on fan votes collected between December 24, 2025 and January 30, 2026, with each person allowed to vote once. Only manga that have not yet received an anime adaptation were eligible for the poll.
<1. The Mortifying Ordeal of Being Seen – mmk
<2. Shogakusei Emumoto Emumi no Kattekimama Life – M-fujin
<3. REAL OTAKU LIFE – Maron
<4. I Think I Turned My Childhood Friend Into a Girl – Azusa Banjo
<5. Ugly Duckling of the Entertainment District – Naru Kariya