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Kadokawa Corporation

Kadokawa Corporation is a Japanese comprehensive entertainment company headquartered in Fujimi, Chiyoda, Tokyo.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kadokawa Corporation is a Japanese comprehensive entertainment company headquartered in Fujimi, Chiyoda, Tokyo. It operates across publishing, animation, film, gaming, web services, education/EdTech, and related intellectual property businesses. The company was formed on 1 October 2014 through the merger of the original Kadokawa Corporation and Dwango Co., Ltd.

History

Kadokawa Corporation was formed on 1 October 2014 through the merger of the original Kadokawa Corporation and Dwango Co., Ltd. Sources also describe the broader Kadokawa business lineage as originating from Kadokawa Shoten, founded in 1954.

Business activities

Kadokawa operates as a comprehensive entertainment group with businesses in publishing, animation, film, gaming, web services, and education/EdTech. It also develops and monetizes intellectual property across multiple media formats.

Corporate structure and assets

The company has been described as a media conglomerate with holdings across entertainment and related businesses, including publishing and digital content operations. Public profiles and company materials also note its involvement with network entertainment services and video-related businesses.

Brand and strategy

Kadokawa promotes a “Global Media Mix with Technology” strategy, which emphasizes creating IP and expanding it across different media and international markets. This reflects the company’s focus on linking books, anime, film, games, and digital services.

Key facts

  • Kadokawa Corporation is a Japanese conglomerate with publishing at its core.
  • It was created by the merger of the original Kadokawa Corporation and Dwango Co., Ltd. in 2014.
  • The company describes itself as a comprehensive entertainment company focused on IP creation and distribution.
  • Its business areas include publication, animation, film, gaming, web services, and education/EdTech.
  • Kadokawa uses a strategy it calls “Global Media Mix with Technology” for expanding created IP internationally.

Frequently asked questions

What is Kadokawa Corporation?
Kadokawa Corporation is a Japanese public entertainment conglomerate centered on publishing and intellectual property development.
When was Kadokawa Corporation founded?
The current company was formed on 1 October 2014 through a merger.
Where is Kadokawa Corporation headquartered?
Its headquarters are in Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
What industries does Kadokawa work in?
Kadokawa works in publishing, animation, film, gaming, web services, and education/EdTech.
What was Kadokawa Corporation formerly called?
It was formerly known as Kadokawa Dwango Corporation.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kadokawa_Corporation
    Supports: Merger date, former name, headquarters, and broad business description.
  2. KADOKAWA Group — https://group.kadokawa.co.jp/global/company/outline.html
    Supports: Official company profile, headquarters, founding date, business scope, and strategy.
  3. KADOKAWA Group — https://group.kadokawa.co.jp/global/business/
    Supports: Official business overview and listed business areas.
  4. Anime News Network — https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/company.php?id=15420
    Supports: Foundation date, headquarters, and subsidiary-related company profile.
  5. The Worldfolio — https://www.theworldfolio.com/company/kadokawa-corporation/1493/
    Supports: Publishing-centered description and headquarters information.
  6. Fisco — https://www.fisco.co.jp/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/kadokawa20210701_e.pdf
    Supports: Business segment overview and group-company description.