TOKYO EPICは、これまで日本文化を世界に広げてきたアニメや映画業界そのものを強くリスペクトしており、同社がプロデュースするAIアニメーションスタジオ「PocketANIME」は、AIアニメを通じて既存のアニメ・映画制作の現場と“対立する存在”ではなく、“手を組む存在”でありたいと考えていること。
日本発の次世代IPスタジオ。 AIを活用したショートアニメ制作スタジオ「PocketANIME」を中心に、AI×アニメを基点にした「Global Media Mix」戦略を掲げ、世界市場を見据えたIP創出・育成に取り組んでいます。 3月には、フランスで開催されている世界最大級のAI映画祭「WORLD AI FILM FESTIVAL」の日本開催である、「WORLD AI FILM FESTIVAL 2026 in KYOTO」を開催予定。 現在作品のエントリーを集めている。
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======= English ver. TOKYO EPIC Signs a Comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Management and Science University (MSU), One of Malaysia’s Leading Private Universities, to Advance AI Animation and Next-Generation Creator Development
— Launching an international partnership spanning “Education, Research, and Industry” —
TOKYO EPIC Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Nakano-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Ryoichi Wada; hereinafter “TOKYO EPIC”) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for comprehensive collaboration in the fields of education, research, and talent development, following an official invitation from Management and Science University (MSU), a leading private university in Malaysia.
Centered on TOKYO EPIC’s “PocketANIME MasterClass”, the MOU aims to promote international initiatives in next-generation talent development, collaborative research, and industry–academia partnerships in the fields of AI-powered animation and digital IP (intellectual property).
A Strategic Partnership Initiated by an Official Invitation from MSU
Regarding this collaboration, MSU positions the partnership as:
“This is not merely an event, but the beginning of a strategic alliance that connects education, innovation, and industry—an important first step toward bridging academia and the industrial sector.”
MSU has expressed strong expectations that TOKYO EPIC’s participation will contribute to international value creation across education, research, and industry collaboration.
MOU Signing Ceremony and Exchange Program
The MOU was executed as part of the following official program:
MOU Signing Ceremony Formally confirming the collaboration and establishing the foundation for future cooperation
Networking Session Engagement with MSU leadership, faculty members, and industry stakeholders
Exploration of Future Joint Projects Discussions on potential collaboration across research, education, training, and technology domains
TOKYO EPIC Director and COO Hayato Inoue attended the program and engaged in in-depth discussions with MSU stakeholders on concrete themes including educational program design, practical collaboration models, and frameworks for talent development.
Date: December 19, 2025
Venue: Chancellor Hall, Management and Science University (MSU), Malaysia
Key Areas of Collaboration (Planned)
Education, research, and training programs in AI animation and digital IP domains
For MSU students: creation of opportunities including internships, work-based learning (WBL), and career pathways
Expertise exchange and executive development programs for faculty, staff, and students
Participation in industry lectures, CSR initiatives, on-campus awards, and events, among others
Specific initiatives will be finalized through further discussions between the parties, with separate agreements to be concluded as needed and implementation to be rolled out in phases.
Outlook
Through this partnership, TOKYO EPIC will accelerate the creation of a global ecosystem—originating in Asia—that connects “AI × Anime × Education × Industry.”
This initiative represents a key strategic step that bridges TOKYO EPIC’s broader efforts across:
Original anime IP development
Next-generation creator education
Collaboration with international film festivals, universities, and industry partners
About Management and Science University (MSU)
MSU is a private comprehensive university based in Selangor, Malaysia. It is known for education that emphasizes entrepreneurship, industry collaboration, and research & innovation, and for building an extensive international education network.
2025年10月4日（現地時間）、カリフォルニア州ハリウッドのTCL Chinese Theatre（チャイニーズ・シアター）にて開催された国際的な映画際「GLOBAL STAGE HOLLYWOOD 2025」において、株式会社TOKYO EPIC（本社：東京都中野区）からCEO 和田亮一、COO 井上勇人が登壇。
特別セッション「—Hollywood Witnesses the Next Revolution: AI × ANIME.—」では、元Warner Bros.副社長でありGLOBAL STAGE HOLLYWOODのエグゼクティブプロデューサーであるDouglas Montgomery氏、そしてハリウッドの複数のメジャースタジオでプロデューサーを務め、デジタル文化の先駆者として知られるTPaul Miller氏と共に、PocketANIMEが生み出す次世代型アニメ制作とその可能性について議論しました。
TOKYO EPIC Showcases the Future of Anime Production in Hollywood
“GLOBAL STAGE HOLLYWOOD 2025” Features PocketANIME and World Premiere of NINJA MASX Episode at TCL Chinese Theatre
October 4, 2025 (Local Time) – Hollywood, California – At the internationally recognized film event GLOBAL STAGE HOLLYWOOD 2025, held at the iconic TCL Chinese Theatre, TOKYO EPIC Inc. (Headquarters: Nakano, Tokyo) took the stage to present the future of next-generation anime creation. CEO Ryoichi Wada and COO Hayato Inoue represented the company, joining an international lineup of industry leaders.
AI × ANIME: Hollywood Witnesses the Next Revolution
During the special session titled “Hollywood Witnesses the Next Revolution: AI × ANIME”, Wada and Inoue were joined by Douglas Montgomery, Executive Producer of GLOBAL STAGE HOLLYWOOD and former Vice President at Warner Bros., and T Paul Miller, a renowned media executive and digital culture pioneer. Together, they discussed the potential of AI-driven anime production and how PocketANIME is reshaping the creative process for the next generation of storytellers.
World Premiere of NINJA MASX at the Chinese Theatre
The event also hosted the world premiere of an episode from NINJA MASX, a short anime currently in production using AI-powered animation techniques. Director Hayato Inoue shared insights into the innovative workflow behind the series, captivating an audience of filmmakers and anime professionals from around the world.
From Historic Hollywood to the Future of Storytelling
The TCL Chinese Theatre, a legendary landmark in global cinema, served as the perfect stage for this milestone. The screening of NINJA MASX marked a defining moment: a Japanese-born AI anime presented as a symbol of the next cinematic revolution.
Developed by TOKYO EPIC, PocketANIME integrates artificial intelligence throughout its production pipeline—enabling unprecedented speed and efficiency compared to traditional anime methods. Through its philosophy of “AI × Storytelling,” the studio is pioneering a new wave of global IP creation that bridges technology and art.
Session Overview: The New Blueprint for Anime and IP Creation
The panel, themed “AI × ANIME: Accelerating Animation and Designing the Next Generation of IP,” explored how AI empowers creators to tell stories faster, redefine the role of storytellers, and strategically develop anime into global intellectual properties.
Speakers:
Douglas Montgomery – Executive Producer, Global Stage Hollywood / Advisor, PocketANIME
During the session, T Paul Miller remarked that “AI represents a transformative moment for film and animation—comparable to the introduction of sound or color in cinema history.” He praised PocketANIME’s innovative approach and expressed strong support for the company’s global IP strategy.
About TOKYO EPIC / PocketANIME
TOKYO EPIC is a next-generation studio creating new IP ecosystems through the power of AI and storytelling. Its flagship project, PocketANIME, embodies the concept “Short Revolutions, Infinite Heroes,” delivering AI-driven short anime optimized for the smartphone era. From Japan to the world, TOKYO EPIC is pioneering a new age of storytelling that fuses technology, creativity, and global reach.
Company Information
Company Name: TOKYO EPIC Inc.
Headquarters: 14F Nakano-Sakaue Sunbright Twin, 2-46-1 Honcho, Nakano-ku, Tokyo, Japan
2026年3月12日（木）・13日（金）、ロームシアター京都 サウスホールにて「WORLD AI FILM FESTIVAL KYOTO 2026（WAIFF KYOTO）」が初開催されます。
本イベントは、株式会社TOKYO EPICが主幹事となり実行委員会を結成。
フランス・カンヌで行われる世界初のAI映画専門国際映画祭「WORLD AI FILM FESTIVAL 2026（WAIFF）」のプログラム「Road to Cannes」の一環であり、WAIFF KYOTO で選出された作品は、 フランス本大会 「WAIFF Cannes 2026」 への重要なステップとなります。
アニメ制作における生成AIの活用は、いま産業構造そのものを揺るがす大きな転換期にあります。 TOKYO EPICは、日本アニメが蓄積してきた表現力と先端技術を掛け合わせ、グローバル市場に再挑戦する試みです。 代表の和田氏は、海外を含む次世代クリエイターとの強固なネットワークを通じて、AIドリブンなアニメ制作体制を構築してきた第一人者です。 その行動力と構想力が、産業の進化を力強く推進してくれることを大いに期待しています。
特別顧問 Douglas Montgomery（GLOBAL STAGE HOLLYWOOD/GLOBAL CONNECTS MEDIA）
AI represents a true game-changer for the anime production industry. PocketANIME leverages this revolutionary technology to create an environment where artists can focus on the core of creativity—developing compelling characters and storytelling. By delegating technical workload to AI, they are advancing the democratization of anime production and building a foundation where diverse talents from around the world can share their stories.
Japanese anime has already established a solid position as global entertainment, and Japan’s advantage in this field is immeasurable. PocketANIME’s initiative aims for full-scale entry into the global market, starting with expansion on social media platforms as a stepping stone.
Particularly noteworthy is their US debut this fall at the Global Stage Hollywood Film Festival held at the Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. This is not merely international expansion, but a crucial milestone toward future film adaptations and distribution on major streaming platforms. PocketANIME’s unique storytelling will undoubtedly deliver profound emotional impact to audiences worldwide.
