VIZ MEDIA’S LICENSING NEWS FLASH!!!

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.  For more information go to www.NARUTO.com.  

THE “PLAYERS”:  Licensor: VIZ Media
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”: Max Protection
Max Protection manufactures and develops accessories for collectible card games and has recently ventured into video game accessories. In  2006-07, Max Protection has worked with both VIZ Media and Bandai USA on Naruto collectible card game accessories. 

Licensee Contact Information:  
Patrick Kwan
Max Protection
5862 S. 194th Street, Kent, WA 98032
253-437-2377 / This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
    
THE “PRODUCTS”:  The following products have been licensed:  VIDEO GAME ACCESSORIES.
Nintendo DS holder, Nintendo DS Lite holder, and Sony PSP holder sold individually!

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

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