The size of the Japanese animation market was 2,426 billion yen by 2020. More than half of that amount came from overseas sales. The manga market is also expanding, reaching 675.9 billion yen in 2021. Those unique visuals and stories from Japan have struck a chord with fans around the world and are growing into a huge industry. Anime Manga Explosion will actively feature major works that are highly recognized by overseas fans and reveal the secrets of Japanese anime and manga creation through the series.
Show Info
Schedule: Sundays
(30 min)
Status: Running
Show Type:
Documentary
Episodes ordered: 10 episodes
Official site: www3.nhk.or.jp
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Previous Episode
Sports Manga & Anime
Episode 2025-12-28; Dec 28, 2025
This time, we spotlight sports manga and anime, a genre beloved in Japan and worldwide. How has the portrayal of sports evolved over time, and how have creators refined their craft? We explore those questions with anime critic Fujitsu Ryota. Plus, we…
Previous Episodes
| Episode Name | Airdate | Trailer |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-28: Sports Manga & Anime | Dec 28, 2025 | |
| 2025-11-30: Anime Sound Special | Nov 30, 2025 | |
| 2025-10-26: Digimon Special | Oct 26, 2025 |