Akira creator opens a new anime studio to pass on his "visual expression and artistic style" to the next generation

Akira creator Katsuhiro Otomo is working on a new project from a brand-new anime studio.According to a press release, the studio, named OVAL GEAR, "was established with the aim of passing on the visual expression and artistic style that Katsuhiro Otomo has cultivated over many years to the next generation, and to disseminate new animation works to the world. Production of a new title is already underway at the studio. Further details about the project will be announced as soon as they are ready.