Content Overseas Distribution Association

The Content Overseas Distribution Association (CODA) (Japanese: コンテンツ海外流通促進機構, Hepburn: Kontentsu Kaigai Ryūtsū Sokushin Kikō) is a Japanese trade association based in Tokyo.[1] It was established in 2002 for international distribution of Japanese content (frequently anime and manga) and taking countermeasures against piracy.

In 2013, CODA merged with Anti-Counterfeiting Association (ACA), in order to strengthen their capability for copyright protection and offer comprehensive measures against copyright infringement in Japan as well as overseas.[2]

In 2022, CODA established the International Anti-Piracy Organization (IAPO),[3] with associating 32 members,[4] the Motion Picture Association, and Copyright Society of China within approximately 450 members.[5]

Content Japan mark

Content Japan (or CJ Mark) was created in 2005 by the Anti-Counterfeiting Association,[6] it can be seen on packages in music, videos and other media.[7]

See also

• Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment, a similar anti-piracy organization for films and TV series

References

1. Davidson, Danica (April 21, 2023). "Piracy Is Costing Manga and Anime Creators HOW MUCH?". Otaku USA. Retrieved April 21, 2023.
2. "What is CODA (Content Overseas Distribution Association)?". Manga Planet Blog. 2020-10-02. Retrieved 2022-11-23.
3. "Anime industry launches global fight against piracy". Nikkei Asia. Retrieved 2022-11-23.
4. "会員企業・団体" [Member companies/organizations]. CODA. 10 October 2022. Retrieved 25 November 2022.
5. "Japan's CODA, Companies From 12 Other Countries to Form International Anti-Piracy Organization Focusing on Manga, Anime". Anime News Network. Retrieved 2022-11-23.
6. Tatsumi, Yoda (2005). "Content Development by a Cross-Industry Organization" (PDF). Japan Spotlight.
7. "CJマーク事業" [Content Japan mark]. CODA. 10 October 2022. Retrieved 25 November 2022.

External links

• Official website