However, globalization has created tension. Many Japanese companies still fear the "galapagosization" of their products—being so uniquely Japanese that they fail abroad. Conversely, Western studios often whitewash or mishandle adaptations ( Ghost in the Shell 2017, the live-action Death Note ), leading to a protective wariness among Japanese IP holders.

(finding beauty in imperfection), values that often permeate the emotional depth of contemporary Japanese stories. Craftsmanship