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“For me, anime and cosplay have given me a way to explore my identity and passions in an environment that feels welcoming and creative. It’s more than just watching shows or dressing up—it’s about feeling like we all have a place to share what we love without judgment.” In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re spotlighting Sheye D., Senior Manager of Global Voice Of The Customer at Crunchyroll. Read more about his journey and how anime has been a space for self-discovery, breaking barriers, and finding a sense of community. #LifeAtCrunchyroll #BHM #WeAreHiring

“I will never forget seeing Afro Samurai for the first time and being excited that there was a Black lead character in an anime.” In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, we're spotlighting Kaneisha Woods, Channel Manager on our Global Content Distribution team. Read more about her journey as she reflects on how Black representation sparked her connection to anime, the power of embracing your authentic self, and how a new wave of Black creators in this space are challenging perceptions and proving that “we are not a monolith.” 

In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, Crunchyroll and our ERG Black @ Crunchyroll, are shining a spotlight on some of our incredible team members. First up is Malachi J. Nelson, a Senior Data Analyst and longtime anime fan who found more than just entertainment in anime – he found a sense of connection and belonging. Malachi shares his thoughts on the power of #community, the importance of #representation, and how Black voices are making an impact on the world of anime like never before. #LifeAtCrunchyroll #BHM #WeAreHiring

💥 Manga fans, it’s happening! Crunchyroll Manga is launching in 2025. Announced this week at #CES, we'll be bringing a brand new digital manga app to the US and Canada markets in 2025. Read more about it: https://lnkd.in/g_qviAaf

Excited to see this news! Great collaboration to bring PlayStation Game IP to Crunchyroll ANIME community. https://lnkd.in/gUcu9D9d

We’re so proud of Crunchyroll President Rahul Purini for being named to the 2024 #Variety500 list. A huge honor, the Variety 500 annual index features the most influential business leaders shaping the global media industry. 🏆 Congratulations to all of the honorees: https://lnkd.in/gviTh9fP

Spreading the joy of anime just got a lot easier. I’m excited to share that the Crunchyroll streaming app is now available on Comcast entertainment devices. This new partnership marks another significant step in making anime even more accessible to fans across the country. Xfinity and Xumo customers – whether they’re longtime anime enthusiasts or newcomers – can easily discover and enjoy our extensive anime library. That means more than 25,000 hours of anime, featuring over 50,000 episodes across 2,000 titles. I’m really proud to be part of our team that is so dedicated to bringing anime fans the stories they love.

We are returning to Tokyo for the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards! Thanks to all the creators honored and the fans who decide the winners, the Crunchyroll Anime Awards is the largest global celebration of excellence in Japanese animation. We are thrilled to host the awards again in the birthplace of anime. I can’t wait to experience the love and admiration that fans will share as they cheer for their favorite shows and creators.

We are thrilled to announce that Crunchyroll’s Brand Evolution has won Gold at the 2024 #ClioEntertainment Awards! 🎉 This recognition celebrates the creativity, innovation, and dedication that went into redefining our brand and connecting with anime fans worldwide. Huge thanks to the incredible team behind this achievement and to the community that continues to inspire us every day.

On November 2, the Cool Japan Center opened in Irvine, California. During the opening ceremonies, Crunchyroll was honored to receive the Cool Japan Business award. Our CFO Travis Page and CCO Asa Suehira accepted the honor on behalf of our global Crunchyroll team, licensors and creative partners in Japan, and the millions of anime fans worldwide. The Cool Japan Center is a space dedicated to celebrating and sharing Japan's rich cultural heritage. It's a vibrant destination for art, #anime, #manga, fashion, technology, cuisine, and more. Governor of Yamanashi Prefecture, Kotaro Nagasaki, was the guest of honor at the ceremony, which was co-hosted by Dr. Hiroshi Tasaka, former advisor to Prime Minister Naoto Kan and current Chancellor of The Akademeia 21st Century, a group of 17 colleges that provide art to the center; and Dr. Anthony Al-Jamie, Director of the Cool Japan Center and Editor-in-Chief of the Tokyo Journal. Actor Takaaki Hirakawa (Shogun, Blue Eye Samurai) served as master of ceremonies.