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Hits like Yoasobi’s "Idol" have proven that anime theme songs are powerful vehicles for J-Pop artists to climb global charts. Tradition as the Foundation Terrestrial TV remains dominant
Japan literally saved the home console market after the 1983 crash. (Mario, Zelda) and Sony PlayStation (Final Fantasy, Metal Gear Solid) turned gaming from a hobby into the world’s largest entertainment sector. Zelda) and Sony PlayStation (Final Fantasy
What comes next? The accelerated Japan’s digital transformation in entertainment. Terrestrial TV remains dominant