Singapore – Kasagi Labo, a local-based anime venture studio, has announced a $10 million commitment towards anime productions. This investment aims to strengthen Kasagi Labo’s role in connecting Japanese creativity with global audiences, starting with “Special Kid Factory,” the first of several anime productions under Kasagi Labo’s expanding portfolio.
The studio’s recent $12 million fundraising round, led by Burda Principal Investments and other strategic partners, will support the development, marketing, and global amplification of these projects. This investment indicates growing interest in comprehensive approaches to anime creation, promotion, and IP maximisation.
Leading Kasagi Labo’s slate of upcoming productions is “Special Kid Factory,” an ambitious sci-fi adventure series that delves into compelling themes of identity and mystery. The anime’s debut trailer, showcased at Anime Expo in Los Angeles in July 2024.
“Special Kid Factory” follows the journey of Genpei, an ordinary boy who discovers he is a clone of Denshiin, a seasoned detective. Together, they embark on a galactic quest, solving mysteries and fighting for survival in a universe populated by “Special Kids”. This flagship project will be joined by several other diverse productions currently in development, each designed to appeal to different segments of the global anime audience.
“Special Kid Factory” is being co-produced with NAZ Studio, renowned for anime titles such as “ID: INVADED,” “Good Night World,” and “Sabikui Bisco.” This collaboration sets a high standard for Kasagi Labo’s content and underscores the studio’s commitment to blending Japanese creativity with global storytelling.
Kendrick Wong, founder of Kasagi Labo, said, “Our goal is to contribute to the evolving landscape of anime production and distribution for a global era. Our projects will not only push the boundaries of storytelling but also introduce new ways for fans and business partners around the world to interact with and experience anime.”
