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AXsiZ Co., Ltd. (Japanese: 株式会社AXsiZ, Hepburn: Kabushiki-gaisha Akushizu) is a Japanese animation studio established on July 7, 2011[1] by staff of Studio Gokumi's former second production studio, with which the company has a close relationship with.

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Works

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Television series

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Year Title Director(s) Animation producer(s) Source Eps. Refs.
2016 Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn
(co-animated with Studio Gokumi) 		Munenori Nawa Tetsuya Tomioka Manga 12 [2]
Wagamama High Spec Satoshi Shimizu Kouichi Tamino Eroge visual novel 12 [3]
2017 Seiren (co-animated with Studio Gokumi) Tomoki Kobayashi Tetsuya Tomioka Original work 12 [4]
2018 Ms. Koizumi Loves Ramen Noodles
(co-animated with Studio Gokumi) 		Kenji Seto Tetsuya Tomioka Manga 12 [5]
Ms. Vampire Who Lives in My Neighborhood
(co-animated with Studio Gokumi) 		Noriaki Akitaya Tetsuya Tomioka Manga 12 [6]
Ulysses: Jeanne d'Arc and the Alchemist Knight Shin Itagaki Kouichi Tamino
Hiroshi Ishida 		Light novel 12 [7]
2020 Maesetsu! (co-animated with Studio Gokumi) Yuu Nobuta Tetsuya Tomioka Original work 12 [8]
2021–2022 World's End Harem (co-animated with Studio Gokumi) Yuu Nobuta Tetsuya Tomioka Manga 11 [9]
2023 Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon
(co-animated with Studio Gokumi) 		Noriaki Akitaya Tetsuya Tomioka Light novel 12 [10]
The Dreaming Boy Is a Realist (co-animated with Studio Gokumi) Kazuomi Koga Tetsuya Tomioka Light novel 12 [11]
2025 I Got Married to the Girl I Hate Most in Class
(co-animated with Studio Gokumi) 		Hiroyuki Oshima Tetsuya Tomioka Light novel 12 [12]
Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon (season 2)
(co-animated with Studio Gokumi) 		Takashi Yamamoto TBA Light novel TBA [13]

OVA

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Year Title Director(s) Animation producer(s) Source Eps. Refs.
2016 Kin-iro Mosaic: Pretty Days Tensho Tetsuya Tomioka Manga 1 [14]

Films

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Year Title Director(s) Animation producer(s) Source Refs.
2015 Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn
(co-animated with Studio Gokumi) 		Munenori Nawa Tetsuya Tomioka Manga [15]
2021 Kin-iro Mosaic: Thank You!! (co-animated with Studio Gokumi) Munenori Nawa Tetsuya Tomioka Manga [16]

Notable staff

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AXsiZ

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AXsiZ Co., Ltd. (Japanese: 株式会社AXsiZ, Hepburn: Kabushiki-gaisha Akushizu) is a Japanese founded on July 7, 2011, specializing in the planning and production of works, and visual production for video games, and audio production. Headquartered in Suginami-ku, , the studio has established itself as a key player in the industry by handling full production for original series while also providing support services to larger projects. Since its establishment, AXsiZ has produced a range of anime television series, including the romantic comedy Wagamama High Spec in 2016, the supernatural slice-of-life Tonari no Kyuuketsuki-san (also known as The Vampire Dies in No Time) in 2018, the post-apocalyptic drama Shuumatsu no Harem (also known as World's End Harem) (2021–2022), the school romance Class no Daikirai na Joshi to Kekkon suru Koto ni Natta (also known as I Got Married to the Girl I Hate Most in Class) in 2024, and the isekai comedy Jidou Hanbaiki ni Umarekawatta Ore wa Meikyuu wo Samayou Season 2 (also known as Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon Season 2) in 2025. These works highlight the studio's versatility in genres from comedy and romance to science fiction and action. In addition to lead production roles, AXsiZ frequently contributes in supporting capacities, such as second key animation and in-between animation, to high-profile series like Attack on Titan (2013–2023) and Chainsaw Man (2022). The studio's contributions extend beyond television anime to original net animations (ONAs) and collaboration on feature films, underscoring its role in both independent and collaborative projects within Japan's competitive sector. With a focus on quality visuals and efficient production workflows, AXsiZ continues to support the growing global demand for content as of 2025.

History

Founding and origins

AXsiZ Co., Ltd. was established on July 7, 2011, as the second production studio of , with animator and director Yasuhiro Kuroda serving as the founding CEO. From its inception, the studio concentrated on animation production support roles, such as in-between and key animation assistance, alongside co-productions that leveraged shared resources and ongoing collaborations with . AXsiZ set up its initial operations in Suginami-ku, Tokyo, initially sharing facilities with in the same building to facilitate joint workflows. The studio's first significant project involvement was in preliminary production work for the 2015 theatrical film Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn, a collaboration with that marked an early step toward more prominent animation contributions.

Key milestones and growth

AXsiZ entered the anime landscape through co-productions, notably contributing to the second season of Hello!! Kin-iro Mosaic in 2015, which marked the studio's initial foray into full-scale TV series animation alongside . This collaboration built on AXsiZ's foundational ties to Gokumi and allowed the studio to handle key animation and production assistance roles, establishing its reputation in slice-of-life genres. By 2016, AXsiZ expanded into lead production responsibilities with the TV series Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn, a 12-episode co-produced with that premiered in January of that year. Directed by Munenori Nawa, the series represented a significant step in AXsiZ's evolution, showcasing its capabilities in action-oriented narratives based on Masamune Shirow's and demonstrating improved in-house animation workflows. This project highlighted the studio's growth from support roles to handling duties, including storyboarding and key animation for multiple episodes. In the early 2020s, AXsiZ established its Graphic division, dedicated to enhancing through specialized , texture creation, and CG support for in ongoing projects. This internal expansion bolstered the studio's technical infrastructure, enabling more efficient integration of digital elements in traditional 2D , as seen in subsequent works requiring advanced . A notable recent milestone came in 2025 with the announcement and production of the second season of Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon, which premiered on July 2, 2025, and co-animated with . Adapted from Hirukuma's light novels, this continuation underscores AXsiZ's sustained relevance in the genre, with the studio managing animation production amid growing demand for sequel series. AXsiZ later became independent from while maintaining close collaborations. Over the years, AXsiZ has grown from a small team spun off from its parent studio to a more robust operation, increasingly participating in collaborative projects that reflect the anime industry's shift toward international distribution and multi-studio efforts.

Organization

Leadership and executives

Yasuhiro Kuroda serves as the founder and representative director (CEO) of AXsiZ Co., Ltd., a role he has maintained since the company's establishment on July 7, 2011. With over two decades of experience in the anime industry, Kuroda previously directed several television series, including Myself; Yourself (2007), for which he handled series composition and direction, and Kämpfer (2009), where he led overall production direction. His background as a storyboard artist and episode director on projects like Full Metal Panic! (2002) informed his decision to establish AXsiZ as an independent entity focused on animation production. Kuroda's leadership emphasizes strategic partnerships and co-productions, particularly with , enabling AXsiZ to contribute to ambitious projects such as (2021–2022), a joint animation effort that highlighted the studio's capabilities in handling complex narratives and visuals. As CEO, he oversees project selection and studio direction from the headquarters in Suginami-ku, , located at 1-21-15 Umezato in the Cool de Lodge building. This base supports ongoing operations without reported relocations or expansions as of late 2025. The executive structure at AXsiZ remains streamlined under Kuroda's guidance, with production managers handling key aspects of budgeting, resource allocation, and external collaborations to ensure sustainable growth in a competitive industry. As of November 2025, no changes to the board composition have been announced, reflecting continuity in leadership focused on quality animation output.

Divisions and facilities

AXsiZ operates a main production division responsible for key animation and in-betweening, primarily supporting co-productions with other studios such as . This division focuses on the core aspects of workflow, enabling efficient on television series and films. The studio also maintains the AXsiZ Graphic division, which specializes in texture creation, retouching for , and line testing to enhance visual quality in projects. This unit contributes to digital effects and , supporting in-house capabilities that minimize reliance on external vendors. For instance, AXsiZ Graphic has provided photography assistance in various productions, underscoring its role in processes. AXsiZ's headquarters is located at 1-21-15 Umezato, Cour des Loges 3F, Suginami-ku, 166-0011, , housing the primary operational facilities for and work. The setup includes spaces dedicated to digital production, though specific details on configurations or recent upgrades remain undisclosed in public records. In addition to core and , AXsiZ incorporates support divisions for and , allowing for integrated in-house handling of , audio production, and final assembly to streamline project timelines. This infrastructure emphasizes self-sufficiency in the , reducing needs for key technical stages.

Productions

Television series

AXsiZ has produced and co-produced several television series, often in collaboration with to handle aspects of the animation pipeline such as key animation, in-between animation, and . The studio's first lead production was the Wagamama High Spec, which aired from October 5 to December 21, 2016, for 12 episodes. This was followed by co-productions starting with in 2017, enabling efficient resource allocation for slice-of-life, romance, and fantasy titles. In 2017, AXsiZ co-produced Seiren, an original that aired from January 6 to March 24, 2017, consisting of 12 episodes divided into three arcs; the studio handled animation production, second key animation, in-between animation, and specific key animation for episode 6. Ms. Vampire Who Lives in My Neighborhood, a supernatural slice-of-life comedy, featured AXsiZ in a co-production capacity with for its 12-episode run from October 5 to December 21, 2018, where AXsiZ managed second key animation, digital in-between animation, and digital paint. AXsiZ co-produced the sci-fi harem series with , which aired from January 6 to March 24, 2022, for 11 episodes after a delay from its original 2021 slot; the studio provided in-between and digital paint for all episodes. AXsiZ co-produced the Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon with , which ran for 12 episodes from July 5 to September 20, 2023, contributing second key , digital paint, and in-between particularly for early episodes. A second season, maintaining the same genre and co-production structure, aired from July 2 to September 24, 2025, for 12 episodes. In 2025, AXsiZ co-produced the school romance Class no Daikirai na Joshi to Kekkon suru Koto ni Natta (also known as I'm Getting Married to a Girl I Hate in My Class) with , which aired from January 3 to March 28, 2025, for 12 episodes.

OVAs and films

AXsiZ has contributed to original video animations (OVAs) and theatrical films, primarily through co-production partnerships that leverage its expertise in finishing and . These projects often serve as extensions or compilations of existing television series, allowing for deeper exploration of character dynamics in non-broadcast formats. The studio's involvement typically includes supervision and in-between , enabling higher production values compared to episodic TV work, though these limited releases demand concentrated resources for enhanced visual quality. Kin-iro Mosaic: Pretty Days, released on November 12, 2016, as a 50-minute special initially screened in theaters before its DVD debut on March 3, 2017, was co-produced with . It focuses on side stories centered around the characters during a school festival, where protagonist O'Mori handles scriptwriting and for a class play, highlighting interpersonal tensions and growth among the group. AXsiZ handled in-between animation and checks, contributing to fluid character movements and detailed background art that emphasized the slice-of-life comedy's warm aesthetic. The OVA debuted at #11 on the Japanese box office chart for its opening weekend, reflecting modest theatrical interest in supplementary content. In theatrical films, AXsiZ served as animation producer for Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn, a feature-length released on December 5, 2015, which later informed a television series. This 90-minute sci-fi , co-produced with , follows cyborg protagonists Nene Nanakorobi and Clarion in a high-stakes battle against a terrorist on Cenancle Island, with AXsiZ overseeing for mechanical designs and explosive sequences to capture the manga's essence. The production emphasized detailed supervision for dynamic fight choreography, addressing the challenges of adapting complex action in a condensed runtime without the episode structure of TV. Box office performance data for the film remains limited, indicative of its niche appeal within the . AXsiZ's most recent film involvement is : Thank You!!, a 90-minute feature released on , 2021, co-produced with as a compilation incorporating new scenes. The story culminates the characters' high school journey, focusing on their graduation and reflections on friendships formed across cultural lines, blending nostalgic recaps with original emotional beats. AXsiZ managed in-between animation and chief checks, enhancing for celebratory sequences and ensuring consistent character expressiveness amid the higher budget allocated for film-quality cel animation and . It grossed approximately $25,173 worldwide, underscoring the dedicated but smaller audience for such franchise extensions.

Notable staff

Directors and producers

AXsiZ has collaborated closely with directors and producers on key projects, often in partnership with , to deliver slice-of-life, sci-fi, and fantasy anime adaptations. Animation producer Tetsuya Tomioka has been instrumental in coordinating production timelines and resources for multiple AXsiZ-involved series, including Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn (2016), where he managed the integration of AXsiZ's key and in-between animation contributions with 's lead efforts. Munenori Nawa served as director for Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn, emphasizing character-driven storytelling in a setting while coordinating dual-studio production between and AXsiZ. Nawa also directed the film, Kinmoza the Movie: Thank You!! (2021), where he focused on enhancing interpersonal dynamics through detailed episode storyboarding and visual pacing. For the ecchi series (2021-2022), Yū Nobuta directed the adaptation at and AXsiZ, incorporating expressive character to highlight emotional and physical interactions amid the post-apocalyptic narrative. Assistant producer Kōichi Tamino supported Nobuta by handling logistical aspects, ensuring smooth collaboration on animation sequences. In 2025, AXsiZ contributed to the second season of Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon, with Takashi Yamamoto taking over as director from Noriaki Akitaya, introducing refined action sequences in the dungeon-crawling fantasy. Yamamoto's direction emphasized the protagonist's vending machine mechanics through dynamic visual effects, building on the first season's foundation. Character designer Takahiro Sakai returned, adapting Yūki Hagure’s original designs.

Key animators and designers

Kazuyuki Ueda served as the character designer for the Kin-iro Mosaic OVA Pretty Days and theatrical film Thank You!!, where AXsiZ co-produced the and Ueda's designs evolved to feature more nuanced facial expressions and dynamic poses for enhanced emotional depth in slice-of-life scenarios. In Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn, Noriyuki Jinguji provided the mechanical designs for the elements, ensuring intricate detailing of cybernetic prosthetics and weaponry. Key animators such as Daisuke Takemoto handled action sequences across multiple episodes and the opening, employing techniques like limited frame rates combined with exaggerated poses to convey high-speed combat and fluid mechanical transformations. For Ms. Vampire Who Lives in My Neighborhood., AXsiZ Graphic contributed to and in-between animation, supporting the creation of atmospheric backgrounds that depict cozy, dimly lit interiors and mystical outdoor settings to evoke a sense of whimsical supernatural domesticity. These efforts, alongside art direction by Hiroki Matsumoto, helped establish the series' intimate visual tone in the slice-of-life genre. AXsiZ's collaborations on these projects highlight a focus on fluid character movements and expressive designs in slice-of-life and action hybrids, as seen in works from Pandora in the Crimson Shell (2016) to later titles like Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon (2023).

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