Date: May 7, 2008
    
VIZ MEDIA’S LICENSING NEWS FLASH!!!

THE “SCOOP”:  VIZ MEDIA LICENSES RECENTLY GRANTED

THE “PROPERTY”: Death Note
DEATH NOTE manga and animated series have become extremely popular domestically. The 37-episode animated series is seen by millions each week on Cartoon Network and the series is distributed on DVD by VIZ Media and as well as the manga series is published domestically by VIZ Media. DEATH NOTE has also spawned two successful live-action films.

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. VIZ Media is located at 295 Bay Street, San Francisco, CA 94133; Phone (415) 546-7073 for more information visit our website at www.VIZ.com.

Contact Information: Evelyn Dubocq      
Senior Director, Public Relations
VIZ Media        
(415) 644-9238/ This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

THE “LICENSEE”: The Northwest Company
The Northwest Company is recognized as a leader in the Home Textile Industry, and continues to be the number one throw manufacturer in the United States. Offering a wide range of exciting and innovative products for the most widely recognized brands in both the sports and entertainment industries. 
Licensee Contact Information: 

Vita Anzalone 
Licensing Manager 
The Northwest Company
 (516) 484-6996, x246 / 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: 
Throw Blankets, Throw Pillows, and Pillowcases

THE “TERRITORY”:
The following territory/territories include:
U.S. and CANADA

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

The following category/categories pertain to the license that is available now:
Food/Beverage, Wall Décor, Video Game Accessories, Collectible Card Games and Trading Cards, Headwear, Costumes, Gift

	1. 08-05-2008 07:40
	I am not really that surprised at this news at all - I had been expecting for a while that there would be some form of merchandising. It would be a nice idea to sleep on a throw or pillow of Light, though.   Thanks for the information, I will go check it out. Guest Report

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