Disney Japan Shares Condolences with Kyoto Animation

In the wake of the tragic fire that killed 34 workers at an animation studio in Kyoto, Disney Japan expressed their condolences for the families of the victims.

What’s happening:

  • This past Thursday, a massive fire—confirmed to be arson—broke out at the Kyoto Animation studio in Kyoto, Japan killing 34 employees.
  • ABC news says according to authorities, “a man screaming ‘you die’ burst into the studios spreading some kind of liquid accelerant early Thursday morning setting the three-story building ablaze.”

  • Disney Japan shared a statement on their Twitter that reads (translated by Bing):
    • “As a company that loves animation and believes in its power, all Disney employees are shocked and heartbroken by the incident that occurred at Kyoto Animation. We pray for the souls of those who have died, and we offer our deepest condolences to the families and friends.” #prayforKyoani