Japan Officially Requests OpenAI to Stop Using Copyrighted Anime Content
Japan has formally asked OpenAI to stop using copyrighted anime in its AI-generated content.
The request comes after the launch of Sora 2 in October, which can create realistic 20-second videos. Many clips featuring well-known characters from One Piece, Pokémon, Demon Slayer, and other major anime appeared online without authorization.
According to the Japanese Intellectual Property Strategy Headquarters, these AI creations infringe on the rights of anime creators.
Minister of State Minoru Kiuchi emphasized the importance of protecting Japanese cultural exports, calling anime and manga “cultural assets that captivate the world.” He highlighted the government’s challenge: supporting AI innovation while preserving the integrity of Japan’s creative works.
Other officials,…
