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Aniplex
Aniplex is a Japanese entertainment company founded in 1995 and wholly owned by Sony Music Entertainment Japan. It plans and produces animation IP and also works across film distribution, games, merchandise, performances, and events. Its group includes A-1 Pictures and CloverWorks.
- Founded
- September 1995
- Parent
- Sony Music Entertainment Japan
- Fields
- Animation · games · film · licensing
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Aniplex subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment Japan.
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CloverWorks subsidiary of Aniplex.
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A-1 Pictures subsidiary of Aniplex.
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Crunchyroll joint venture of Aniplex.
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Aniplex owns Lasengle.
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Aniplex related to Live2D.
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