Netflix to help nurture young animators in Japan

US streaming company to pay tuition and living costs to expand original content

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Japanese anime is a powerful form of content for attracting users to Netflix. (Photo by Hiromi Sato)

TARO FUJII, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Netflix will financially support young animators in Japan as part of its efforts to expand its original content in the long run, as a shortage of animators is being felt even in the traditionally talent-rich country.

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