Research Article

Miyazaki Hayao: Influences on the Asian Animation Industry

Wenjia SuBasis International School Shenzhen, Shenzhen 518067, China*

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

Miyazaki Hayao is one of Japan's most influential animation directors, or maybe also worldwide. However, limited research was done to analyze his concepts and techniques and his contributions to the foundation of the Asian Animation Industry. This work is about the recent study in Asian Animation Industry, exploring the specific examples of Miyazaki's influence. Through this process, we could further and more clearly understand the foundation of today's animation industry and its popular trend or concepts.

Keywords: Animation; Asian Animation Industry; Cultural Studies; Miyazaki Hayao
Published: May 17, 2023
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/3/20220321
Volume: CHR Vol.3
pp. 324-330
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