Latest news of japan
15 AUG 2025
Distribution
Nippon TV and Medyapim to produce Arabic adaptation “Salma” for MBC and Shahid
The 90-episode Arabic version of the award-winning Japanese drama “Woman -My Life for My Children-” follows the global success of “Kadin” and “Oumi,” marking Nippon TV’s expansion into the Middle East with MBC Group’s extensive reach across 13 TV channels and the Shahid streaming platform.
29 JAN 2024
Distribution
Blue Ant Studios Secures Canadian Rights to Nippon TV’s "Old Enough!"
Production on the first North American version of the show has begun and is set to air this September on TVO. Canadian comedy star and improv genius Colin Mochrie will lend his voice to the project as the narrator.
29 NOV 2023
Data
Japan: SVoD revenues to reach $6 billion in 2027
According to GlobalData, Japan's SVoD is expected to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.1% from $3.5 billion in 2022 to $6 billion in 2027, driven by the strong growth in SVOD subscriptions and unique households.
22 MAY 2023
Production
Japan launches a production incentive programme
Japan is launching a production incentive programme to attract films, high-end TV and streaming projects to shoot in the country.
29 SEP 2022
Data
Japan SVOD revenue to grow at 10.1% CAGR during 2022-2027
The subscription video on demand service revenue in Japan is expected to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.1% from $4.5 billion in 2022 to $7.3 billion in 2027, according to GlobalData.