From 2026-07-07 18:30 to 2026-07-07 20:00Venue: ICCJ Event SpaceJapanese animation has conquered audiences around the world, but what lies behind its creative power, and how does a studio turn that into a global business?
On Tuesday, July 7th, Shuzo John Shiota, President and CEO of Polygon Pictures, will share nearly three decades of insight into the world of Japanese animation, from its cultural roots to the realities of building an international studio.
Topics covered include:
- The cultural roots of Japanese storytelling and why it resonates worldwide
- How studios bring anime to international audiences and build a sustainable business
- The impact of streaming, new technology, and AI on the future of animation
- How companies can leverage animation for marketing, branding, and storytelling
About the speaker
Shuzo John Shiota is President and CEO of Polygon Pictures, one of the world’s oldest and most respected digital animation studios. Under his leadership, the studio has produced acclaimed titles including Transformers Prime, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Knights of Sidonia, and Stillwater. He is a multiple Emmy Award winner, recipient of the 25th Japan Media Arts Festival Special Achievement Award, and an inductee of the Animation Magazine Hall of Fame.
Shuzo John Shiota is President and CEO of Polygon Pictures, one of the world’s oldest and most respected digital animation studios. Under his leadership, the studio has produced acclaimed titles including Transformers Prime, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Knights of Sidonia, and Stillwater. He is a multiple Emmy Award winner, recipient of the 25th Japan Media Arts Festival Special Achievement Award, and an inductee of the Animation Magazine Hall of Fame.
Event details
Date and time: Tuesday, July 7th | 18:30–20:00
Language: English
Venue: ICCJ Tokyo Event Space (NEW OFFICE)
Address: 3-4-16 Minamiaoyama, TokyoICCJ Members: ¥5,000 + tax
Non-Members: ¥8,000 + tax
Date and time: Tuesday, July 7th | 18:30–20:00
Language: English
Venue: ICCJ Tokyo Event Space (NEW OFFICE)
Address: 3-4-16 Minamiaoyama, TokyoICCJ Members: ¥5,000 + tax
Non-Members: ¥8,000 + tax
