Wit Studio’s President Says Japan Needs an Oscars-Style Anime Awards Show to Recognize Industry Creators

Wit Studio president George Wada wants Japan to establish its own major anime awards event that evaluates the medium from the perspective of the people who actually make it. In a recent interview with io9, Wada explained that the goal would be to recognize production craft and creators in a way comparable to how the Academy Awards celebrate filmmaking. The proposal comes as Wit Studio continues expanding its international presence through major projects such as The One Piece remake and…