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Kadokawa

Kadokawa Corporation , formerly Kadokawa Dwango Corporation, is a Japanese conglomerate based in Fujimi, Chiyoda, Tokyo.

Source: Wikipedia

Quick facts

Founded: 1954
Country: Japan
Headquarters: Chiyoda
Industry: publishing
Website: keyprocess.kadokawa.co.jp
Parent company: Kadokawa Corporation

How Kadokawa connects to other topics

is subsidiary of by Enterbrain

subsidiary of Kadokawa Corporation

is subsidiary of by ASCII Media Works

is subsidiary of by Fujimi Shobo

developer of God Wars: The Complete Legend

is subsidiary of by FromSoftware

is ceo of by Takeshi Natsuno

is invested in by Oasis Management

Articles Mentioning Kadokawa

Kadokawa Faces Pressure to Monetize Elden Ring Success Amid Shareholder Vote

Elden Ring, with over 30 million copies sold, has propelled its developer FromSoftware to global acclaim, yet Kadokawa, its parent company, is under fire from activist investor Oasis Management for not maximizing profits, especially through self-publishing globally. Despite CEO Takeshi Natsuno surviving a recent shareholder vote, Oasis, now holding a 15.25% stake, continues to push for strategic changes. The franchise's future, including the upcoming Tarnished Edition and potential sequels, hangs in the balance.

Jun 24, 2026

FromSoftware's Hidetaka Miyazaki Teases Unannounced Games Amid Kadokawa Controversy

FromSoftware's president Hidetaka Miyazaki has reassured fans that the studio is working on both announced and unannounced titles, including the upcoming Switch 2-exclusive Duskbloods. Miyazaki's statement comes amidst controversy surrounding parent company Kadokawa, which is facing pressure from hedge fund Oasis Management. Despite the turmoil, Miyazaki expresses satisfaction with FromSoftware's current development environment.

Jun 14, 2026

FromSoftware Retains Creative Freedom, Teases Unannounced Titles Amidst Kadokawa Investor Pressures

Hidetaka Miyazaki assures fans that FromSoftware remains free to create the games it wants despite Kadokawa's investor pressures, teasing both announced and unannounced titles, including Elden Ring's upcoming Switch 2 release. With Elden Ring surpassing 30 million copies sold worldwide, the studio's creative autonomy is a relief to fans worried about the influence of major shareholders like Oasis Management Company. Miyazaki emphasizes maintaining the current development environment as a priority.

Jun 13, 2026

Kadokawa's Profit Plummet: Isekai Over-Saturation to Blame

Kadokawa, a manga publishing giant, reports a 51.3% drop in operating profits, blaming its excessive reliance on isekai-type works for lacking originality and quality. The publisher of notable titles like Isekai Quartet acknowledges the strategy failed to produce new hits. This shift mirrors the gaming industry's retreat from live-service dominance.

May 20, 2026

God Wars: The Complete Legend Removed from Nintendo eShop: What Does It Mean for Gamers?

The tactical RPG God Wars: The Complete Legend is no longer available on Nintendo eShop. Find out what led to its delisting, the game’s history, and alternatives for fans of the tactical RPG genre.

Sep 3, 2023