Exploring the Dark Side of Japan's Anime Industry 🌆

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Unveiling the Struggles Behind Jujutsu Kaisen Anime Production 😞

🎨 The Unsung Heroes: Original Creators and the Art of Animation

When we watch anime, we often praise or critique the animation quality. But how much do we know about the creators behind these masterpieces? The recent release of "Jujutsu Kaisen" Season 2 has left fans in awe of its phenomenal animation. However, it has also brought to light the harsh realities of the anime industry, specifically the issues of low pay and overwork. Let's delve into the crisis facing Japan's animation landscape.

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🧑‍🎨 A Heartfelt Tweet Reveals the Bitter Truth

Recently, a key animator who worked on episodes 11 and 12 of the "Shibuya Incident" arc in "Jujutsu Kaisen" took to Twitter to share a heart-wrenching reality of the anime industry. They revealed that the effort they put in and the income they receive are in no way proportional, and the grueling schedules have even started to affect their health.

Tweet Translation: "I can't stop coughing, and every time I do, I feel pain near my ribs."

Tweet Translation: "Considering the scale of the animation scenes, this is quite a massive project. However, the compensation received doesn't match the workload, or rather, it's a discouraging amount. It's disheartening, and dreams seem unreachable."

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💰 An Artist's Earnings: A Struggle to Survive

According to data from the specialized school "Digital Art Tokyo," the average annual income for a new animator in their early twenties is around 1.1 million Japanese yen. For anyone living and working in Tokyo, this is an exceedingly challenging income to sustain oneself.

⏰ The Rushed Production Time: Who's Really to Blame?

Another key animator who worked on episode 12 of the "Shibuya Incident" arc shed light on the issue of preparation time in anime production. It turns out that the preparation time is not always determined by the animation studio but can be imposed by the production committee, often with unrealistic demands.

Tweet Translation: "Regardless of the funding provided by the production committee, the broadcast schedule should absolutely be determined by the animation studio. Why doesn't the studio refuse the unreasonable deadlines set by the committee, who either lack an understanding of production time or knowingly make unreasonable demands?"

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👏 Supporting Our Unsung Heroes

Many fans have expressed their support and encouragement for these hardworking animators. They acknowledge the immense dedication and love that animators pour into their work. Still, they hope for improved compensation and believe that the anime industry desperately needs reform.

🔄 The Vicious Cycle

As the number of anime productions increases, the investment risk also rises. Budget cuts combined with animators leaving the industry due to poverty and health concerns have led to a shortage of talent. Consequently, animation quality suffers, which affects viewership and sales, increasing the investment risk for production companies. It's a vicious cycle that the anime industry is grappling with.

🙏 A Hope for Change

We sincerely hope for better compensation and working conditions for the anime industry's unsung heroes. Their dedication deserves recognition and reward. Let's stand together in support of the creators who bring our favorite stories to life.

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Stand with the unsung heroes of the anime world, and let's work towards a brighter future for the animation industry. 💪🌟