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As Hollywood and Western companies increasingly invest in anime, the risk of cultural dilution intensifies. Mainstream adaptation often leads to watered-down versions of beloved series, stripping them of mature themes and nuanced storytelling to appease broader audiences. The result could be a loss of authentic Japanese cultural expression.
Some speculate that Japan might decide to preserve its media by limiting exports and maintaining more restrictions domestically. Others warn that Western censorship efforts—fueled by misconceptions, political agendas, and moral panic—pose a looming threat to the diversity and authenticity of Japanese pop culture.