Toei

Toei, officially Toei Company, Ltd., is a Japanese film, television production and distribution company. It is one of the largest and oldest major film studios in Japan and operates as part of the Toei Group, with headquarters in Tokyo. The company oversees the production, distribution, and licensing of both live-action and animated works and manages studios in Tokyo and Kyoto, including Toei Tokyo Studio and Toei Kyoto Studio.

The animation division, Toei Animation, is a major force in Japanese animation and has produced or co-produced a large number of widely known series and films. Notable anime produced by Toei Animation include Dragon Ball, Sailor Moon, Saint Seiya, Digimon, One Piece, and the Pretty Cure (Precure) franchise. In addition to animation, Toei produces and licenses tokusatsu programs—such as Kamen Rider and Super Sentai—that have had long-running TV series and associated films.

Throughout its history, Toei has been deeply involved in both Japanese cinema and television, supporting a wide range of genres from historical dramas to contemporary action. The company’s global distribution and licensing activities have helped popularize its anime franchises and live-action series worldwide, contributing to Toei’s reputation as a major player in the Japanese media industry.