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Yoshitaka Amano unveils hand-drawn ZAN proof-of-concept at Anime Expo 2026

At Anime Expo 2026, Yoshitaka Amano and collaborators showed proof-of-concept footage for ZAN, a hand-drawn anime adapting his fantasy novel. The project emphasizes traditional hand-drawn animation and intentionally departs from modern production trends. Amano, known for his work on Final Fantasy and Vampire Hunter D, is adapting one of his previously unused original stories.

• Proof-of-concept footage debuted at Anime Expo 2026
• ZAN is a hand-drawn adaptation of Amano’s fantasy novel
• Project aims to revive traditional hand-drawn animation
• Amano credited for art on Final Fantasy and Vampire Hunter D