The Japanese film industry suffered a near-death experience during the COVID-19 pandemic but has recovered through a reliance on anime films and dramatic blockbusters.
The industry is finally waking up to scandals that were hidden for decades. The Johnny & Associates scandal—revealing that the founder of the most powerful male idol agency sexually abused hundreds of boys for 50 years—shook the nation. The subsequent collapse of the agency’s monopoly (TV networks finally dropped their loyalty) signals a cultural shift toward accountability over harmony. sone 153 njav link
Every piece of Japanese entertainment is produced with omotenashi—anticipating the audience's needs without being asked. Concert audiences are silent until the song ends. Cinemas show "silent screenings" where talking is banned. Even the packaging of a DVD is an art form, wrapped with obsessive care. The consumer is treated as a guest. The Japanese film industry suffered a near-death experience