AniBiz, a new global anime licensing platform, launched on July 2, 2026, by Crunchyroll founder Kun Gao and his team at Nakama. This platform aims to streamline the licensing process for the anime industry, offering a centralized and secure environment for buyers and licensors.
Innovative Features of AniBiz
AniBiz.com is positioned as the first dedicated B2B marketplace tailored specifically for the global anime sector. It addresses the complexities of anime licensing, which often involves fragmented rights across various territories and formats. By offering a digital-first solution, AniBiz is set to transform how anime IP is acquired and managed.
The platform has already partnered with key licensors such as Aniplex, Toei Animation, and CyberAgent, among others. These partnerships are essential as the global anime market is projected to exceed $35 billion this year, highlighting the growing demand for anime content worldwide.
Benefits for Buyers and Licensors
AniBiz aims to lower barriers for potential partners interested in anime IP, making it accessible for both established players and newcomers in the market. The platform promises to deliver data-driven insights into market trends, enabling users to make informed decisions regarding their global IP strategies.
According to co-founder and CEO Brady McCollum, “Anime licensing is uniquely complex. Rights are fragmented across territories, formats, products, and time windows. AniBiz was built specifically for those realities.” This focus on creating a trusted system allows licensors to maintain greater visibility and control.
A New Era for Anime Collaborations
The launch of AniBiz marks a significant shift in how the anime industry approaches collaboration. Co-founder Kun Gao noted, “For decades, access to anime IP has largely depended on who you know. By being the official marketplace for Anime IP, AniBiz.com opens the door to entirely new categories of partners.”
With this platform, Nakama envisions uniting the anime community and expanding its reach to a broader range of global partners, including emerging brands and creators.
- Key partners on AniBiz.com include:
- ADK Emotions Inc.
- Avex Pictures Inc.
- Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd.
- Dentsu Anime Solutions Inc.
- Fuji Creative Corporation
- Pony Canyon Inc.
- TV Asahi Corporation
- Toei Animation Inc.
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