Anime Studios and Localization

Here are three of the most known anime and anime localization companies. These companies create and localize some of the most beloved series in anime. Most of their work is good, but there is some work they’ve done that proves very bad. Continue reading this page to learn more about each company and the quality of work that each company provides in the world of not only anime, but also localization.

Funimation

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Funimation is an anime localization company that provides localized versions of beloved anime for american audiences. They have localized major anime series such as the Dragon Ball franchise and the extremely popular Demon Slayer. They tend to be more respected and certaintly provide better quality anime dubs than that of 4Kids entertainment.

4Kids Entertainment

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4kids entertainment was also another americn licensing company that commonly localized anime shows for american audiences. They are known for providing some of the worst and hilariously inaccurate english dub versions of beoved anime series. These series include Yu-Gi-Oh!, Poke’mon, and even the Japanese television series Ultraman Tiga. 4Kids entertainment shutdown in 2012.

Toei Animation Studios

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Toei animation is an anime studio that creates the animation for several beloved anime series. Their library consists of One Peice, Dr. Slump, and Sailor Moon, just to name a few. Typically, they provide high quality work and are a beloved company in the world of anime and amongst fans.