The Accidental Otaku - The Official JMaz Anime Substack
Jerome MazandaraniI've been at the forefront of the global anime industry for 2 decades as the ex-MD of Manga Entertainment, LTD. I write about media and entertainment with a specific focus on anime and anime-adjacent content and experiences.
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Former MD of the UK's largest anime distributor, Manga Entertainment LTD, Jerome Mazandarani has been at the forefront of the UK and European anime licensing industry for over 18 years.
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