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We are now standing at a historic turning point: the AI revolution.
As the way we work, the structure of industries, and even the fabric of society continue to transform, we must ask ourselves: What does it mean to be human?
I believe our uniquely human value lies in our ability to imagine the future and to inspire new hope in others. And precisely because we are entering an era in which AI is reshaping what comes next, it is people who will ultimately define that future.
Since its founding, the TBS Group has consistently focused on “people.” What we have continued to refine over the past 75 years is not merely the technical expertise required to produce television programs; it is the ability to understand people’s joy, stand by them in times of sorrow, and believe in their ability to take on new challenges. This is our foundation and our greatest asset. That is why we aim to be a corporate group that creates well-being for people and society. Guided by this vision, we will concentrate our management resources on three growth engines.
[Global] Bringing Japan’s Creativity to the World
Starting with our strategic partnership with Legendary Entertainment in the US, we will accelerate collaborations with CJ ENM in South Korea and international co-productions through THE SEVEN to develop globally appealing IP originating from Japan.
[Content IP] From “Creating Works” to “Creating and Nurturing IP”
Animation is both a culture and a form of IP that people around the world share across borders and generations, continuing to generate value for decades. With Xenotoon joining our ranks, we are evolving from a company that “creates works” to one that “creates and nurtures IP loved by the world.” We will build the competitiveness needed to achieve this.
[EduTainment (Education)] Toward a Society Where Children Truly Believe “Learning Is Fun”
Our initiatives have now entered the implementation phase, including the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s “AI for School” program, our collaboration with NTT, and our partnership with the Yaruki Switch Group. By combining our content expertise with technology, we will spread the joy of learning and unlock the potential of the children who will shape the future.
Global, content IP, and EduTainment. These are not separate strategies.
Each initiative is driven by a single mission: to move people’s hearts and enrich both individuals and society. And the place where these three growth engines converge to create new value is Akasaka. Our goal is to transform the city into a global platform where new talent emerges, new IP is cultivated, and new culture takes root. From Japan to the world, we are steadily advancing the vision of the “Akasaka Entertainment City,” a hub that continuously generates unprecedented value.
The TBS Group, which began in 1951 as Radio Tokyo with a staff of just over 260, has expanded to include 38 companies and more than 8,000 colleagues across three divisions: Media & Content, Lifestyle, and Real Estate & Others. Yet, even after 75 years, one thing remains unchanged:
It is always “people” who shape the future, no matter the era.
Our greatest asset is the people of the TBS Group.
I hope each individual will have the courage to take on new challenges and find a sense of fulfillment in the process. We call this a “Joyful Challenge.”
People grow through others, and people find happiness through others. In an era where AI is transforming the future, the TBS Group will continue to believe in people, move people’s hearts, and create new value and hope.
President & Chief Executive Officer
TBS Holdings, Inc.
Ryujiro Abe
阿部 龍二郎