Labor shortages are hampering the anime industry’s growth

REPORT: While annual revenue is at an all-time high, Japanese studios are racking up significant costs from production delays and outsourcing talent.

August 25, 2025

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anime, Anime Production Market, China, Japan, Korea, Netflix, Taiwan, Teikoku Databank, TikTok, US, YouTube

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