THE “SCOOP”:  VIZ MEDIA LICENSES RECENTLY GRANTED

THE “PROPERTY”: NARUTO
At retail, NARUTO consistently ranks as one of the top graphic novel titles in the U.S. and one of the most popular titles serialized in SHONEN JUMP magazine, both published by VIZ Media. Targeting tweens and teens, NARUTO takes place in a world where ninja are the ultimate power. Through exciting adventures, the young ninjas learn the importance of friendship, teamwork, loyalty, hard work, creativity, ingenuity, and right versus wrong. NARUTO is considered one of the most popular animated shows in Japan’s history, and successfully launched in the U.S. on Cartoon Network and on YTV in Canada September 2005.  For more information go to www.NARUTO.com.  

THE “PLAYERS”: Licensor: VIZ Media, LLC
Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), is one of the most comprehensive and innovative companies in the field of manga publishing, animation and entertainment licensing of Japanese content. Owned by three of Japan's largest creators and licensors of manga and animation, Shueisha Inc., Shogakukan Inc., and Shogakukan Production Co., Ltd. (ShoPro Japan), VIZ Media is a leader in the publishing and distribution of Japanese manga for English speaking audiences in North America and a global licensor of Japanese manga and animation. The company offers an integrated product line including, magazines such as SHONEN JUMP and SHOJO BEAT, graphic novels, videos, DVDs, audio soundtracks and develops and markets animated entertainment from initial production, television placement and distribution, to merchandise licensing and promotions for audiences and consumers of all ages.  Contact VIZ Media:, 295 Bay Street, San Francisco, CA 94133; Phone: (415) 546-7073; Fax (415) 546-7086; and web site at http://www.viz.com/www.VIZ.com.

Contact Information:
Evelyn Dubocq, Sr. Director, Public Relations       
VIZ Media        
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THE “LICENSEE”:  Bensussen Deutsch and Assoc. (BD&A)
The Consumer Products Division (CPD) of Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. (BD&A) holds licenses with some of the most popular consumer electronics companies in the world, including Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft.  The Seattle-based company designs, manufactures and delivers video game accessories to many of the world’s largest retailers such as Best Buy, GameStop, Target and WalMart.  BD&A has two offices in China which carefully monitor quality assurance and product and packaging development. To learn more about the work of BD&A Consumer Products Division and its line of licensed video game accessories, please visit www.bdagamer.com.

Contact Information:
Aaron Sternberg, Senior Manager New Business Development
Bensussen Deutsch and Assoc. (BD&A)
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THE “PRODUCTS”: The following products have been licensed:  Video Game Accessories Kit that includes more than two items and Controller Gloves.

THE “TERRITORY”: The following territory/territories include:  US and Canada

THE “CATEGORIES”
The following category/categories pertain to the license that has been recently granted:
Video Game Accessories

The following category/categories pertain to the license that is available now:
Apparel (some), Party Goods, Food & Confectionary, House wears, Sporting goods, and more!
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