
Essential Information:
- Azuki Labs, Inc. is set to present its panel titled “Community-Driven Anime Production” at Anime expo 2025, uniting innovative creators and enthusiasts to explore the evolution of anime through collaborative efforts. This session offers a unique opportunity for attendees to hear from renowned anime director Goro Taniguchi and Azuki CEO Alex Xu about how fan communities can influence the future landscape of anime.
- The event will take place on Thursday, July 3, 2025, from 4:45 PM to 5:35 PM PDT in room 511ABC at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
“Community-Driven Anime Production” Panel Overview
Participants can look forward to:
→ Thorough Industry Insights: Goro Taniguchi will share his experiences working on previous projects, shedding light on both the obstacles faced and the untapped potential within traditional anime.
→ A Behind-the-Scenes Look at “Enter The Garden”: Gain insights into the creative process behind Episode 3 of enter The Garden directed by Tatsuyuki Tanaka (also known as CANNABIS).
→ The Power of Fans in Action: alex Xu will discuss how fan engagement shapes production—from story advancement to funding initiatives—and provide real-world examples where community contributions have become part of canon.
→ Engaging Visuals & Highlights: Experience fan art, cosplay creations, memes, and music that have contributed significantly to Azuki’s narrative universe.
→ A Vision for the Future: Discover how community-driven strategies can accelerate development timelines for original intellectual properties (IPs) while encouraging greater creativity within the anime sector.
→ Special Event Declaration: Exciting details about Azuki’s Afterparty during Anime Expo featuring DJs,gaming sessions,themed cocktails inspired by anime culture,and merchandise giveaways.
“This panel aims to broaden access in anime production like never before,” stated Alex Xu. “We believe fans are not just spectators but co-creators alongside us. With legendary talents such as Taniguchi-san and Tanaka-san participating in this initiative, we aspire to showcase what is possible when creators collaborate with their communities.”

Panel Details:
Title: Community-Driven Anime Production
Date: Thursday, July 3rd, 2025
Time: From 4:45 PM – 5:35 PM PDT
Location: Room 511ABC at Los Angeles Convention center
An exciting lineup awaits attendees at Anime Expo from July 3–6th in Los Angeles. For more information or ticket purchases visit their official website at anime-expo.org.
About Azuki:
Azuki represents a fusion of art innovation with technology and internet culture. Initially conceived as a web3 initiative; it has transformed into a global network where artists and developers collaboratively create iconic characters and narratives. From digital collectibles to fashion collaborations and live events—Azuki is crafting an expansive universe tailored for digital natives eager for what lies ahead. Learn more by visiting azuki.com.
Source: Genuine press Start
