Do you like anime? If so, have you ever wondered how it’s made? Anime studios are fascinating places where many people come together to create a finished product. In this blog post, We’ll take a look at some famous studios and the shows they’ve created. So please put on your thinking cap and join us on a journey into the world of anime studios!
There are so many anime studios out there that it can be difficult to determine the best. However, after careful consideration, we have compiled a list of the top anime studios in the business. These studios are responsible for some of the most well-known and popular anime series ever created. So, if you’re looking for your next great anime to watch, look no further than these top studios!
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10. Studio Pierrot
Notable Works:
Naruto, Bleach
Studio Pierrot is a large anime studio running for over three decades. They are responsible for many classic anime shows, notably the beloved series Naruto. The studio also created the series Bleach but was forced to hand it off to T.V. Tokyo during an internal struggle. Pierrot also did some work on the second season of Sailor Moon Crystal, which had to be completely redone due to low-quality animation.
Studio Pierrot is currently working on the popular shounen series, Boruto. They will also soon produce the anime adaptation of the Fire Force manga.
9. David Production Inc.
Notable Works:
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, The Book of Bantorra
David Production Inc. is one of Japan’s most successful studios, thanks to their long list of popular anime series. Their first big hit was the adaptation of the manga series, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, which ran for four seasons and produced many memorable moments.
Since then, David Production Inc. has produced more JoJo anime as well as the mystery series, The Book of Bantorra.
8. Studio Deen
Notable Works:
Fate/stay night, Umineko no Naku Koro ni
Studio Deen is a studio that mainly works on action series. They are famous for their horror anime, Umineko no Naku Koro ni, based on the popular mystery game series by 07th Expansion. Studio Deen was also responsible for adapting the Fate/stay night visual novel into an anime television show.
The studio has recently announced that they will be producing a remake of Fate/stay night.
7. A-1 Pictures Inc.
Notable Works:
Sword Art Online, Your Lie in April
A-1 Pictures Inc. is one of the top animation studios producing works today. They are responsible for many hits, including Sword Art Online’s popular anime series. In addition, the studio has gone on to work on other popular anime shows, such as Your Lie in April.
A-1 Pictures Inc. is also currently working on the anime series Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online, which adapts the spin-off light novels of Sword Art Online.
6. Studio Trigger
Notable Works:
Kill la Kill, Little Witch Academia
Studio Trigger is a relatively new anime studio that has already made a big name. They are well known for their wacky and high-energy animation style, often seen in series like Kill la Kill.
The studio collaborates with other studios to produce many shows, including this summer’s popular anime series, Darling in the Franxx.
5. P.A. Works Inc.
Notable Works:
Shirobako, Charlotte
P.A Works Inc. is known for its detailed animation style and fantastic storytelling techniques. The studio has created many popular series, including the hit show, Shirobako. They’ve also worked on the thriller series Charlotte and the popular comedy Sakura Quest.
In addition, they recently announced a new original series called Tsuki ga Kirei, which is scheduled to air this year.
4. Studio Ghibli
Notable Works:
Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro
Studio Ghibli Anime is one of Japan’s most prolific animation studios and has produced several beloved anime series. In addition, they are well known for their cute and family-friendly shows, including the original works of Hayao Miyazaki. Studio Ghibli’s last feature film, When Marnie was There, was produced after Miyazaki retired from directing to continue producing new films.
Unfortunately, due to Miyazaki’s retirement, the studio has announced that they will no longer produce feature films.
3. Madhouse Inc.
Notable Works:
Death Note, One Punch Man
Madhouse Inc. is an animation studio that mainly works on series targeted at young adults and older audiences, often dealing with mature themes like murder and violence. The studio is well known for creating the psychological thriller Death Note, an instant hit when it first aired. The studio has also worked on anime series like One Punch Man and Trigun.
In addition, they recently produced a live-action film adaptation of Ghost in the Shell starring Scarlett Johansson.
2. Production IMS
Notable Works:
Non-Non Biyori, Kokoro Connect
Production IMS is an animation studio that mainly works on a slice-of-life anime series. They are well known for creating the hit comedy Non-Non Biyoriand Kokoro Connect.
The studio has also produced much other high-profile anime series, including the mystery series, Gosick, and the action show, A Certain Scientific Railgun.
1. BONES Inc.
Notable Works:
Eureka Seven, Noragami
BONES Inc. is one of Japan’s oldest and most well-known anime studios. The studio has produced many famous anime series, including classics like Wolf’s Rain and popular shows like Eureka Seven. They’ve also worked on other high-profile series such as Noragami and Soul Eater.
Comment below and tell us which anime studios you think should be on this list. What are some of the shows that their productions have created? Looking for a new series to watch? Check out the top 10 above! They may have what you’re looking for. What’s your favorite studio?
