We are number one.
We are the world’s authority in Manga & Anime and have been leading the way in what’s NEW, NOW, & NEXT for nearly 40 years!
VIZ Media’s Business Pillars
Consumer Products
VIZ Media is a leading global licensing agent and licensor. We represent a curated library of top anime and manga titles as well as lifestyle brands. We help brands reach their full potential, by partnering on strategic plans, a full range of lifestyle categories, retail partnerships, promotions, collaborations and more! Our portfolio generates over $500 million in retail sales annually!
Manga Publication
VIZ Media is the largest manga publisher in the world (in English language) and we are a subsidiary of Shogakukan, Shueisha, & ShoPro, the largest manga publishers in the world.
Manga is a Japanese comic or graphic novel.
Anime Distribution
VIZ Media is a top agent for anime distribution and represent a library of the greatest titles of all time to the hottest new titles which are available for broadcast & streaming rights, home video sales (Blu-ray & DVD) and EST.
Anime is a Japanese animated series or movie.
VIZ Media is a pillar of the community.
VIZ Media has been at the forefront of anime and manga for nearly four decades. Formerly ShoPro USA, we are pioneers and continue to bring new and exciting franchises to our fans.
Our fans are the best and we celebrate them at every turn. We create innovative experiences and engage with the community throughout the year at major events and conventions including Anime Expo in Los Angeles, CA, San Diego Comic Con in San Diego, CA, Anime NYC & New York Comic Con in New York, NY.
“Anime isn’t just niche entertainment anymore — it’s a global movement. From influencing fashion and art to inspiring video games and even professional sports, anime has become a huge part of pop culture and is here to stay!”
LAURA TAKARAGAWA
Vice-President, Consumer Products
