DNP and Kodansha to Establish Publishing Joint Venture in Delhi, India
AI Summary (NQ-processed)
Dai Nippon Printing and Kodansha, together with IJ Kakehashi Services, will establish 'Kodansha India' in Delhi in July 2026 to publish and market Japanese manga locally in India.
AI Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will Kodansha India be established?
A: It will be established in July 2026, with operations starting in autumn 2026.
Q: What titles will be published in India?
A: Popular titles like 'Attack on Titan' and 'Blue Lock' will be published in localized editions.
Q: What is the ownership structure?
A: Kodansha: 81%, DNP: 14%, IJ Kakehashi Services: 5%.
Q: Why is India the target market?
A: Due to rising youth population and growing popularity of Japanese manga in India.
Q: What role does DNP play?
A: DNP will manage the production and ensure high-quality local printing.