Top 5 Biggest Anime Studios: Anime is now loved all over the world, not just in Japan. Behind every great anime is a studio that works hard to bring stories and characters to life with amazing art and creativity. Some studios have become very famous for making shows and movies that win awards and earn huge amounts of money.
In this article, we’ll look at the top 5 most popular anime studios, known for their success, popularity, and unforgettable anime.
5. Kyoto Animation (KyoAni)
Kyoto Animation, also known as KyoAni, was founded in 1981. We don’t have an official number for its valuation, but it is one of the most respected studios in Japan. It is famous for emotional and heartwarming shows like Clannad, K-On!, Violet Evergarden, and A Silent Voice.
The movie A Silent Voice did very well in theaters and was praised all over the world. KyoAni is also loved because it treats its staff with care, something rare in the anime industry.
4. Madhouse
Madhouse was established in 1972 and is known as one of the most legendary anime studios. Its exact valuation is not available, but its influence is huge. Madhouse has created classics like Death Note, One Punch Man, Hunter x Hunter, and the movie Paprika.
While it may not always earn as much as bigger studios, it has gained great respect from fans around the world. People admire Madhouse for its creativity, beautiful animation, and powerful storytelling.
3. Ufotable
Ufotable was founded in 2000 and has an estimated worth of about US$23.5 million. The studio became world-famous for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. Its movie Mugen Train broke records and earned over $500 million, making it the highest-grossing anime film of all time. Ufotable is also known for the Fate series and other works like God Eater and Tales of Zestiria the X. It is loved by fans for mixing 2D and 3D animation in a smooth and stylish way.
2. Toei Animation
Toei Animation, founded in 1948, is the richest anime studio with an estimated valuation of about ¥600 billion (around US$4 billion). It has created some of the most popular and long-running anime ever, including Dragon Ball, One Piece, and Sailor Moon.
One Piece alone has made billions from manga sales, movies, and merchandise. With its huge global reach and history of producing legendary shows, Toei is one of the most powerful and successful anime studios in the world.
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1. Studio Ghibli
Studio Ghibli was founded in 1985 by Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata. It was valued at about ¥36.6 billion (around US$243 million) when acquired by Nippon TV. Ghibli is loved for its magical and timeless films like My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, and the Oscar-winning Spirited Away.
Spirited Away earned around $275 million worldwide and is still one of the most successful anime films ever. With its unforgettable movies and global recognition, Studio Ghibli is seen as the most iconic anime studio of all time.
