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Japanese anime's production costs jump as global viewership booms
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Japanese anime's production costs jump as global viewership booms

The rising global popularity of Japanese anime has led to a significant increase in production costs, surpassing 50% over the past few years. This surge is largely attributed to increased investment by streaming services seeking to attract more subscribers through anime content. Studios are now competing fiercely to secure talent amid heightened demand. Crunchyroll, a major player in the industry, is actively acquiring distribution rights for Japanese anime, reflecting the broader trend of streaming platforms expanding their anime libraries.

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Japanese anime's production costs jump as global viewership booms

The rising global popularity of Japanese anime has led to a significant increase in production costs, surpassing 50% over the past few years. This surge is largely attributed to increased investment by streaming services seeking to attract more subscribers through anime content. Studios are now competing fiercely to secure talent amid heightened demand. Crunchyroll, a major player in the industry, is actively acquiring distribution rights for Japanese anime, reflecting the broader trend of streaming platforms expanding their anime libraries.

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