AnimeNation

AnimeNation was an American business that included RentAnime.com, a discussion forum, anime industry news, and a column called "Ask John".

[1] They considered licensing shows in 1998 including Berserk and Cyber Team in Akihabara, but did not move forward until the company's stability improved.

[5] The AnimeNation online store closed in 2014,[4][6] though the "Ask John" blog and forums continue to operate as of July 5, 2023.

[10] In 2002, AnimeNation entered the anime market due to increased licensing and retail competition.

[8][13][14][15] AN Entertainment used a script created by fansub group Sachigumi with modifications for its Risky Safety release and also acquired the TV broadcast rights.

[2][8][16] AN Entertainment acquired Miami Guns, but not TV broadcast rights, and the dub was produced by Phoenix Post Sound (Coastal Studios).

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