Katsuhiro Otomo, the manga artist and film director famed for the iconic work Akira, has once again etched his name in history by officially establishing his own production company, OVAL GEAR animation studio.
According to the announcement, this new studio will serve as the base for Otomo’s future animation projects. Notably, a new project has been confirmed to be in development at OVAL GEAR, though details about its content and format have yet to be disclosed.
The legendary creator taking the step to found his own studio marks a significant turning point in his career after decades in the manga and anime industries. Fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating a work bearing Otomo’s distinctive stamp, continuing the monumental legacy of Akira.
