From Japan to the World —
A Flight of Traditional Beauty
At Studio ONI, a team of select creators from Japan, the United States, and Europe transcends language and national boundaries to produce works infused with a global sensibility. Our creations include traditional Japanese hand-drawn animation, Sumi-e (ink brush painting) art, and more.
We are an international studio highly praised not only in Japan but also by clients around the world.
Studio Updates
Apr 18, 2025
Our VTuber division has completed
a brand-new model! New
Mar 03, 2025
We’re excited to announce a new
partnership and integration with
Seahorse Agency L.L.C Dubai!
Feb 21, 2025
Honored to receive the Visual
Impression Award at the “JAPAN
Kyoto Trade Exhibition 2025″
held in Dubai!
Animation Division
Studio ONI specializes in animations that blend digital and analog ink wash painting techniques to create a traditional Japanese aesthetic. Our unique style is showcased in projects like the feature-length animated film Operation ONI, as well as short animations for commercials, music videos and corporate promotional videos.
Art Division
At Studio ONI’s Art Division, we offer a diverse range of artistic services, including traditional ink wash and watercolor paintings, sophisticated ink-brush portraits, hybrid digital and analog art, website and app design. We also produce live drawing events. We received the Visual Impression Award at the “JAPAN Kyoto Trade Exhibition 2025” held in Dubai.
Vtuber Division
Vtubers hold the potential to become a new tradition in Japan. We offer high-quality Vtuber model creation, from character design to modeling, with flexible plans to suit various needs.
| Company Name: | Studio ONI Ltd. |
| Capital: | ¥3,000,000 |
| History: | Established in July 2004 Rebranded as Studio ONI in April 2024 |
| Address: | 2-30-5-502 Minamino, Tama, Tokyo, Japan |
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| Correspondent Bank: | Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Shibuya Ekimae Branch |
| Qualified Invoice Issuer Number: | T4-0104-0202-8130 |
Hiroshi Takane
CEO, Founder, Executive Producer, Director, Scriptwriter and Editor
Hiroshi Takane, a Tokyo-born creative leader, brings over 19 years of expertise in storytelling and advertising. As the CEO and founder of Studio ONI Ltd., he pioneers the fusion of traditional Japanese artistry and hand-drawn animation, delivering captivating works with global appeal.
A graduate of the Japan Academy of Moving Images with a specialization in screenwriting, Hiroshi honed his craft under Japan’s cinematic masters. His career began with the critically acclaimed 428: Shibuya Scramble, and he has since penned scripts for iconic titles such as Fire Emblem. Additionally, his contributions to major advertising campaigns for NHK, LEXUS, SONY, Wacoal, BABYMETAL, and Granblue Fantasy showcase his versatility across mediums.
At Studio ONI, Hiroshi pushes creative boundaries, producing works that seamlessly blend traditional techniques like sumi-e with contemporary animation styles. His vision continues to inspire audiences, both in Japan and around the world.
Sho Hosokawa
Vice President, Executive Producer, Background Artist and Art Director
Sho Hosokawa is a renowned Japanese ink painting artist, celebrated for his mastery of traditional sumi-e. He serves as the Vice President and Executive Producer at Studio ONI Ltd., where he also works as the Producer and Art Director for the ink-painting animated film Operation ONI. A self-taught artist, Sho has garnered a global following, earning the affectionate title “SUMI GOD” from admirers of his exceptional craftsmanship.
His popular sumi-e YouTube channel, Turara An, boasts over 50,000 followers, with new viewers visiting every day.
Received the Visual Impression Award at the “JAPAN Kyoto Trade Exhibition 2025” held in Dubai.
Kinosuke Rakuga
Vice President, Producer, Action Director, Lead Animator, Character Designer and Vice Director
Kinosuke Rakuga is the Vice President, Lead Animator, Action Director, and Producer at Studio ONI Ltd. in Japan, where she is currently working on the ink-brush animated film Operation ONI. Known for her strong sense of responsibility and deep passion for animation, Kinosuke leads a global team with excellent leadership skills and an infectious, bright smile. Her work uniquely blends traditional Japanese digital brush strokes with dynamic action, bringing graceful, beautiful movement and powerful, lively sequences to life. This distinctive style has earned her widespread recognition both domestically and internationally.
Company Overview
Partnership & Integration
In March 2025, Studio ONI Ltd. has formed a partnership & integration with the Dubai-based production company, Seahorse Agency.
Seahorse Agency is a globally active creative company specializing in art and design. Under the leadership of its founder, Sotüde Yari, the company has collaborated with numerous world-renowned businesses and achieved success in the European and U.S. markets as well.
We are truly honored to have the opportunity to bring our Sumi-e animation to the world through this collaboration. By combining the strengths of both companies, we hope to showcase the creativity of Seahorse Agency, the essence of Dubai, and the beauty of Japan to as many people as possible.
Please feel free to inquire!
