Anime Studio Gaina Unveils New Identity as BENTEN Film Following Creator's X Acquisition, Pledging AI-Powered Future

A significant transformation has taken place for the esteemed anime production house Gaina, which officially rebranded as BENTEN Film on August 1, 2025. This pivotal change follows its strategic acquisition by the innovative AI animation firm, Creator's X. This shift marks a new chapter for the studio, which traces its origins back to Fukushima Gainax and was managed by the Kinoshita Group Holdings from 2018 until this recent change of ownership.

The newly christened BENTEN Film draws its evocative name from Benzaiten, the revered goddess of art and learning. Her sacred temple stands within Kichijoji, the very district where the studio maintains its headquarters. Complementing this rebrand is a striking new logo, designed to evoke the fluid grace of water, a symbol intrinsically linked to Benzaiten. This is infused with vibrant red hues from the Japanese flag to signify raw strength and unwavering passion.

Remarkably, despite these monumental corporate transitions, the studio's visionary president, Yoshinori Asao, will retain his leadership position. This ensures vital continuity and stability for all ongoing productions.

Embracing Innovation: AI and Future Productions

BENTEN Film's impressive roster of past and present works includes the captivating anime series 'Baban Baban Ban Vampire,' the critically acclaimed 'Forest of Piano,' and the highly anticipated 'Grendizer U.'

Poised at the forefront of animation innovation, the company is set to seamlessly integrate advanced AI tools into its production workflows. This strategic move is bolstered by Creator's X’s earlier acquisition of K&K Design, aimed at amplifying its technological prowess. This bold embrace of artificial intelligence underscores a significant and accelerating trend within the broader anime industry, signaling a commitment to harnessing AI to elevate creative output, boost efficiency, and foster groundbreaking innovation.

With its core operations firmly rooted in Kichijoji, BENTEN Film stands ready to not only advance its current slate of projects but also to forge exciting new pathways. Here, the rich heritage of traditional animation converges with the limitless potential of cutting-edge AI technology. This strategic evolution firmly positions BENTEN Film as a trailblazer, shaping the future trajectory of anime production.