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The potential consequences for creators are profound. Content that challenges norms or depicts characters with youthful appearances—matching the traditional anime art style—could be restricted or banned. This could lead Japanese creators to keep their more provocative works domestically, leaving international fans with limited access to the original material.
Furthermore, platform restrictions—primarily driven by flagging or complaints—risk reducing availability, shrinking markets, and curtailing the growth of an industry that has become a significant cultural export. Fans might resort to alternative means such as unofficial imports or piracy, but this comes with legal and ethical concerns.