Founder Series — Daisuke Iwase, CEO
“Transforming the Anime Fan Experience: Weebox’s Vision for Digital Collectibles in Web3”
An Interview with the CEO of Weebox, Daisuke, on the Future of Anime Collectibles in the Digital Age
Anime has become a cultural phenomenon that has captured the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. From popular series like Naruto to Chainsaw Man, anime has managed to become a global sensation. But as the world becomes more digital, the anime fan experience is at a crossroads. The founding executives of Weebox, a digital collectibles platform, are taking the lead in changing the way we collect and experience anime in the Web3 era.
In a recent interview with Daisuke, the Co-founder and CEO of Weebox, he spoke about his vision for anime in the digital space. Daisuke believes that digital collectibles can add a more imaginative experience for fans. He highlighted that “the time we spend online is only going up. There’s more demand to enrich our lives in the digital space, to be able to express our personalities.”
Daisuke also stressed the limitations of traditional physical collectibles. He said, “Right now, collectibles are stuck on your shelves. There’s a limited socializing aspect of collecting. Whereas with a digital experience, you can display it digitally and invite your friends to visit and experience your collection without physical limitations.”
Weebox aims to enrich the fan experience and give joy to the fans. Daisuke believes that digital collectibles could add voices, animations, and customization, which could all be interactive. These aspects can create a more imaginative experience for any collector.
Daisuke is also quick to dismiss the notion that virtual goods are inferior to physical. He stated, “Virtual goods (digital clothes, digital music) are not inferior but higher in the spectrum of human creativity and self-actualization.” The distinction between digital and physical shouldn’t matter. It’s just an additional form of merchandise.
At Weebox, they want to provide a smooth, frictionless, and rich fan experience. The platform aims to change the way we collect and experience anime by offering digital collectibles that bring a new layer of richness to the fan experience.
Weebox’s vision for anime in the Web3 era is a refreshing take on the traditional anime fan experience. The digital platform is offering a new way of collecting and experiencing anime, where fans can enjoy a more imaginative and interactive experience. With Weebox leading the way, it’s exciting to see how anime fandoms will evolve in the digital space.
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