Disney shift to online premieres is a spoiler for Japanese cinemas

Business model threatens to dent box office revenues at home and abroad

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The Disney+ online platform is where movie fans will catch the premiere of "Soul," an animated film initially slated for theatrical release. (Photo by Emi Sato)

HIROMI SATO and DAIKI HIRAOKA, Nikkei staff writers

PALO ALTO, U.S./TOKYO -- As Japanese cinemas enjoy the box office windfall of a Demon Slayer franchise smash hit, a certain cartoon mouse threatens to play villain and spoil the fun.

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