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Summary: Japan's Kodansha sets up Hollywood studio to produce movies based on manga NHK

1. Kodansha, a major Japanese publisher, has set up a new production company in Hollywood called Kodansha Studios.
2. The company will produce movies and dramas based on original manga published by Kodansha.
3. Academy Award-winning director Chloe Zhao was appointed as the Chief Creative Officer (CCO) of Kodansha Studios, aiming to promote cultural understanding and empower creators worldwide.
Summary
Japanese publisher Kodansha establishes Hollywood studio Kodansha Studios, specializing in film and drama adaptations of its original manga. Academy Award-winning director Chloe Zhao appointed as Chief Creative Officer to foster cultural exchange and creators' empowerment globally.
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ID: 4b045367-aa07-4d46-b345-6c9083f8905b

Category ID: listed_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251104_13/#summary

Date: Nov. 4, 2025

Notes: 2025-11-04

Created: 2025/11/04 21:40

Updated: 2025/12/07 22:44

Last Read: 2025/11/05 09:48