DLE Studio

DLE Inc., also known as Dream Link Entertainment, is a Tokyo-based animation and entertainment company founded in 2001 by Ryuta Shiiki, a former Sony executive producer. They are renowned in Japan for their flagship animated series Eagle Talon, created in Flash animation by Frogman. With over 30 productions, DLE has expanded its reach to international markets, including Shanghai, United Arab Emirates, Thailand, Singapore, India, and North America.

As of May 11, 2019, the company became a subsidiary of Asahi Broadcasting Corporation, following a majority share acquisition. In 2015, DLE acquired the rights to Tokyo Girls Collection fashion show and later fully acquired W-Media, the original owners. Additionally, in 2016, DLE partnered with Toho Cinemas to launch Japan’s first “eSports in cinema” tournament event called Gamers Battle Club, featuring comedians and Japanese idols.