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DESK BUGS is now available on YouTube.

Animation Works

About

STUDIO 8 DOGS is an animation studio based in Tokyo, founded by animation artist Hakhyun Kim. Aiming for expression unique to animation, the studio makes short animated films with a tactile feel and distinct individuality.

Founder: Hakhyun Kim

Animation director born in Seoul, South Korea, in 1982 and based in Japan. Graduated from the Department of Animation, Faculty of Arts, Tokyo Polytechnic University in 2010, and completed the Department of Animation, Graduate School of Film and New Media, Tokyo University of the Arts in 2013. Founded STUDIO 8 DOGS in 2016. Currently Associate Professor at Tokyo Polytechnic University.

Contact

Screenings, distribution, production inquiries:
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