Established in 1932, JapansToho Grouphas grown into a film-industry powerhouse, not only at home but globally.

Deadline spoke with Matsuoka about the companys outlook and strategy for the years ahead.

DEADLINE: Toho has increased its international activity has this been part of an overall strategy?

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DEADLINE: How have you worked to innovate?

DEADLINE: What is the goal of the U.S. subsidiary?

DEADLINE: Where do you see Toho in the next 10 years?

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As part of that strategy, we established animation as the fourth pillar of our business.

To this end, we will invest in growth and build new and exciting teams.

We hope that you will have high expectations for Toho in the future, because we do.