Have you heard of Akihabara? Often called the holy ground for otaku, this Tokyo district has long been the birthplace of Japan’s pop culture, anime, and more.
Real Akiba, a startup dedicated to sharing Akiba (short for Akihabara) culture with the world, has raised a total of ¥500 million ((approx. US$3.33 million). Founded in 2024, the company aims to create new value at the intersection of entertainment and technology.
Formed through the integration of multiple entertainment and culture-related businesses, Real Akiba’s mission is to promote all aspects of “Akihabara,” “dance,” and “music” culture worldwide. By combining the planning expertise, creative production capabilities, and networks built by its constituent companies—and leveraging the global growth of social media, video streaming platforms, and live entertainment—the startup is driving innovative, cross-platform business initiatives for both domestic and international audiences.
As a young company with bold ambitions, Real Akiba is quickly becoming one to watch.
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Officiela Site : https://realakiba.co.jp/
【Editor’s Note】
Akihabara has long been a hub for sharing Japan’s diverse anime culture with the world. That’s why what this company is trying to do feels a bit… late to the game. As a newcomer, finding ways to stand out from other media outlets will be a crucial challenge. Still, if you’re aiming for global outreach, at the very least, please set up an English-language website.
