—particularly the low pay of animators—and a traditional business culture that has been slow to digitize. However, the rise of "Vtubers" (virtual YouTubers) and the expansion of digital platforms suggest that Japan is successfully adapting its traditions for a borderless, digital era.
Why does Japanese entertainment resonate so deeply across different cultures? It is not because of budgets or marketing. It is because of . —particularly the low pay of animators—and a traditional