Anime Executive Warns Japan’s Animation Industry Could Struggle When Its Older Creators Retire

Japan’s anime industry is facing a long-term challenge that extends beyond its current shortage of animators. While demand for Japanese animation continues to grow worldwide, industry leaders are increasingly concerned about what happens when the experienced creators currently supporting productions begin to retire. Ayano Fukumiya, managing director of the Nippon Anime & Film Culture Association (NAFCA), warned that the industry could struggle to maintain its traditional production standards without stronger systems for training younger animators. Her comments were included in…