Animoca Brands Japan, a strategic subsidiary of Animoca Brands, has announced a partnership with TOKYO STUPID GAMES, a gaming platform focused on real-world assets (RWAs) for Japanese brands and intellectual properties (IPs). According to Animoca Brands, the collaboration aims to support TOKYO STUPID GAMES’ global expansion by leveraging Animoca Brands Japan’s extensive network, with a focus on marketing and token economics planning and design.
Web3 Integration and Real Assets
TOKYO STUPID GAMES is developing a platform where users can acquire NFTs linked to RWAs such as trading cards, original goods, and fashion items. The initiative aims to promote the use of Web3 technologies for Japanese brands and IPs to enhance their global presence, fan acquisition, and user engagement. The platform has previously hosted art exhibitions showcasing international collaborations between Japanese and global Web3 projects, and has partnered with prominent Japanese pop culture and contemporary art leaders such as PARCO and Warehouse TERRADA.
Strategic Goals and Support
Animoca Brands Japan serves as a gateway between Japan and the global market, supporting the international development of Japanese IP and content in the Web3 domain. The company aims to accelerate the mass adoption of Web3 by leveraging the extensive network and experience of over 540 companies and projects invested by its parent company, Animoca Brands. This partnership is expected to strengthen TOKYO STUPID GAMES’ global expansion, which is in line with Animoca Brands Japan’s mission to promote Japanese culture worldwide.
Leadership Perspective
Rock No.6, Founder and CEO of TOKYO STUPID GAMES, expressed his enthusiasm for this partnership, saying, “We believe that the new economic infrastructure of Web3 and the culture that fosters empathy across borders are ideal for creating new connections. We are excited to work with Animoca Brands, a leading global player, to take on future challenges with the vision of building a new economic realm by connecting Web3 and Japanese culture.”
Kensuke Amo, COO of Animoca Brands Japan, added, “Animoca Brands Japan is excited to support TOKYO STUPID GAMES’ global expansion as a partner. Our goal is to accelerate the mass adoption of Web3 by serving as a gateway between Japan and overseas markets. TOKYO STUPID GAMES is committed to promoting Japanese brands and IP both domestically and overseas through real-world assets in Web3 games, an approach that is highly compatible with Animoca Brands Japan’s mission. Through the activities of both companies, we will continue to promote Japanese culture to the wider world.”
About Us
Founded in 2021, Animoca Brands Japan (Corporation Name: Animoca Brands KK) is a strategic subsidiary of Animoca Brands Corporation Limited, a leading global Web3 company. The subsidiary supports the global Web3 strategies of Japanese IP owners, including major publishers, brands, sports teams, athletes, artists, and gaming companies. Animoca Brands Japan provides a platform that combines IP and blockchain technology to help IP owners build an ecosystem through a full stack of Web3 services and connect Japanese IP with global fans.
TOKYO STUPID GAMES is known for its innovative approach to integrating RWA and blockchain technology, providing unique experiences to users through NFTs linked to physical assets. The company aims to increase global visibility of Japanese brands and IPs by utilizing Web3 technology.
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