Creator's X Shines at IVS2025 LAUNCHPAD
Tokyo's own
Creator's X, a pioneering studio in anime production, proudly announced its triumphant performance at the
IVS2025 LAUNCHPAD where it secured an impressive
3rd place. This achievement underscores the studio's commitment to innovation and excellence in the anime industry.
IVS2025 LAUNCHPAD Overview
The IVS LAUNCHPAD is a significant pitch event designed to act as a springboard for early-stage startups aiming to leap into the spotlight. Known for being one of the largest pitch events in Japan, it showcases emerging companies from various sectors. This year, the competition attracted over
300 applicants from around the globe, narrowing down to just
15 finalists who presented their innovative ideas. The competition emphasizes its role as a gateway for startups, with many previous participants reporting rapid growth post-event.
Creator's X Recognized
Co-CEO
Shunsuke Fujiwara expressed immense pride in receiving this recognition, stating,
“It is a great honor for Creator's X to be acknowledged for our business, which has been driven by our concept of ‘immersing ourselves in creation’. We have experienced remarkable growth due to the support from various sectors, including the anime industry, and this event reaffirmed our gratitude for that support.” He further emphasized the studio's commitment to continuously face creative challenges, ensuring that their anime creations resonate with audiences worldwide.
What is Creator’s X?
Founder under the banner of
AI-enhanced creativity, Creator's X uses artificial intelligence to assist creators, allowing them to focus intensely on their art. The studio aims to alleviate the overwhelming burdens of traditional production processes by integrating AI into the workflow. This aids creators in their artistic endeavors while ensuring high-quality output within shorter timelines. By learning from the unique styles of individual creators, specifically tailored AI tools enable efficient anime production, leading to improved conditions for artists.
The company, though still a startup, actively collaborates with established production companies, further cementing its contributions to the practical research and dissemination of AI within the anime realm.
Future Developments
Ongoing progress is being made in environments such as the
K&K Design studio and the
SAIGA background art studio, fostering spaces where creators can fully concentrate on their craft. Creator's X is also ramping up the number of animation requests directed at K&K Design and SAIGA, leading to a growth in staff to around
70 employees and projected revenues of approximately
800 million yen.
The studio looks ahead to adding more animation companies and creators to their team and is dedicated to researching practical applications of AI in the anime production process.
Meet the Leaders
Shunsuke Fujiwara, Co-CEO
A graduate from Keio University with a degree in Political Science, Fujiwara has a robust background in strategic consulting with firms like
Abeam Consulting and
Deloitte, where he focused on technology and business development. Driven by a desire to lead projects personally, he founded Creator's X after leading groundbreaking initiatives in
Robotics and AI at U-NEXT HOLDINGS.
Yoshio Yuasa, Co-CEO
A serial entrepreneur, Yuasa has engaged in numerous ventures, including co-founding
Nekojarashi during his university years. His experience includes significant roles at
DMM.com and U-NEXT HOLDINGS in new business development and strategic initiatives, channeling his two-decade focus on technology and creative industries into the foundation of Creator's X.
Join the Team
Creator’s X is actively seeking new talent to join their mission in revolutionizing anime production. They welcome individuals with experience in entertainment, especially in IP and content production, as well as engineers, designers, and animation creators. For more information, you can check their
recruitment page.
Company Overview
- - Company Name: Creator's X Inc.
- - Co-CEOs: Shunsuke Fujiwara, Yoshio Yuasa
- - Location: 2nd Floor, G1 Building, 2-6-4 Higashi Shinagawa, Shinagawa, Tokyo 140-0002
- - Established: February 2024
- - Website: creatorsx.jp
- - Services: AI-enhanced animation production, background art, video game CG production.