Reader’s Question:
I have a question regarding copyright for those who own or are knowledgeable about “itasha” (cars decorated with anime characters). I am planning to turn my soon-to-be-delivered car into an itasha and have done some research. I found that creating stickers featuring characters from manga or anime without permission
Reader’s Question:
I want to draw my favorite manga character and use that illustration on a custom phone case. I’m planning to have a company make it for me. Is this okay in terms of copyright? Since I’m not using the official illustration, I think it should be fine, but I’m
Reader’s Question:
Can ChatGPT create existing characters, like Doraemon, for example?
You know, it’s always fascinating to dive into the world of creativity and legality, especially when it comes to beloved characters like Doraemon. Recently, I found myself in a conversation with friends about
Question from a Reader:
What is the content of HIKAKIN’s video? I’m curious about its origin.
Recently, a friend asked me about HIKAKIN’s video, expressing great curiosity about its content. Intrigued, I decided to watch the video myself. After clicking the link and checking HIKAKIN’s segment around 16:33, I indeed found a clip featuring him. His distinctive voice
Reader’s Question:
Is it considered tracing if I redraw scenes from an official anime but change the expressions?
You know, I was chatting with a friend the other day about art and anime, and we stumbled upon this interesting question: “Is it considered tracing if
Reader’s Question:
I have a question about creating original merchandise. I want to make products featuring my favorite VTubers and characters, but I don’t have the skills to do it myself, so I’m thinking of using an app to help me. I’ve heard that it’s okay as long as I don’t
Reader’s Question:
I have a question about copyright. Is it against the rules to recreate anime characters or scenes from manga when making a poster to promote a club activity?
So, I was hanging out with some friends the other day, and naturally, our conversation drifted to
Reader’s Question:
I’m trying to find a comic I saw a long time ago on YouTube featuring a pairing of Sougo Okita and Kagura from Gintama. In the story, they drink and get drunk, and when they wake up, they find themselves bound. It’s not an explicit comic; it’s suitable for
Question from a reader:
A user on Chiebukuro is engaging in disruptive activities using the Detective Conan icon. Do such people not consider copyright issues?
Recently, while discussing “Detective Conan” with a friend, something came to mind. It was about users who engage in disruptive behavior online using Conan’s icon. From a copyright perspective, what
Reader’s Question:
I have a question about copyright regarding “My Neighbor Totoro.” If I take photos of Totoro figures, edit or arrange them, and then post images or videos on Instagram saying, “This is how I display them!” does that violate copyright? I’m not selling anything, but I’m wondering if this
