Netflix is taking its commitment to Japanese storytelling to a
new level with the leasing of two of Toho Studio’s international-standard soundstages
for several years.
From April 2021, Netflix will have access to both Stage 7 and
Stage 10, as well as several in-studio facilities all within Toho Studio in
Tokyo.
“Two of our most ambitious upcoming projects, Yu Yu Hakusho and Sanctuary, will be the first to film at Toho Studio this year,” revealed
Teiji Ozawa, Netflix Manager, Production Management, Live Action.
Mitsuru Shimada, President and CEO of Toho Studio, said: “Since
opening doors in 1932, we’ve welcomed a wide variety of filmmakers, streaming
projects, and commercial creators from around the world.
“We’re thrilled that Netflix is joining our roster of amazing
talent at Toho Studio. We look forward to continue delivering inspiring
entertainment to audiences around the world.”
According to Ozawa, Netflix has plans to release over 25
original live action and anime titles from Japan this year, including live
action titles like Ride or Die, We
Couldn’t Become Adults and Asakusa
Kid.
“As huge fans of Japanese culture and storytelling, we’re
thrilled to continue working closely with the local creative community to bring
these stories to our members around the world,” he said.
Toho Studio occupies a legendary space in film-making. It was
the where Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai
and the Godzilla film series were
filmed.