Kadokawas

Kadokawa Corporation is a Japanese multinational entertainment conglomerate headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo. It is primarily known for its publishing operations, including light novels, manga, and magazines. Kadokawa is also a significant player in the film, television, video game, and web content industries. The company was founded in 1945 as Kadokawa Shoten, a small publishing house. Over the decades, it grew through a series of acquisitions and mergers, expanding its reach into various entertainment sectors.

The company's publishing division is a cornerstone of its business, responsible for popular light novel series that often serve as source material for anime and manga adaptations. Kadokawa's manga imprints are also highly influential. Beyond publishing, Kadokawa has a substantial presence in the anime industry, producing and distributing numerous animated series and films. Its video game division develops and publishes games across various platforms, and the company also invests in web services and digital content creation. Kadokawa's global operations extend to subsidiaries and partnerships in various countries, aiming to distribute its content worldwide. The company's diversified portfolio allows it to leverage intellectual properties across multiple media formats.