Nippon Ichi Software America (Aka. NIS America) today announced that Sohei Niikawa, the president of Nippon Ichi Software and widely recognized creator and lead producer of the Disgaea series has been appointed as the companies new president. Haru Akenaga, the outgoing president of NIS America has been with the company since its establishment in 2003, with a vision of becoming a bridge between the East and West by making pop culture available in the form of entertainment. Since then, NIS America has successfully brought a number of videogame titles from Japan to the North American and European markets. In the past few years, NIS America has expanded its reach to also bring Japanese anime titles to fans throughout North America. As NIS America’s ninth anniversary approaches, Haru Akenaga has decided to explore further opportunities in Japan. Nippon Ichi Software recognizes Haru Akenaga’s significant contributions to NISA and the Nippon Ichi Software group, and is committed to supporting Haru’s new business ventures going forward.
The following is what Haru Akenaga had to share:
As I move on from NISA I would like to express my sincerest appreciation to all who have supported this company during the past 8 years. When I think back to the time NISA was established, it feels like a small miracle that NISA was able to exist and enjoy this kind of growth and success. I can say with certainty that we would not be here today if not for the tremendous help we received from everyone. Through NISA I have gained many valuable experiences and made personal connections that I will treasure throughout my life and career. I consider myself truly fortunate. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for these wonderful 8 years. I will see you in the near future!
Sohei Niikawa also had this to say on the announcement:
Last April, Nippon Ichi Software, Inc. implemented a new corporate philosophy: ‘Entertainment for All’. While continuing to prioritize quality game software, we began to actively pursue bringing other forms of quality entertainment to our fans and customers. These forms include comic books, anime, music, movies, novels and mobile games. Going forward, NISA will strive to please as many customers and fans as possible by bringing all of these forms of entertainment to them in accordance with the spirit of this corporate philosophy. I greatly appreciate the continued support of all of NISA’s business partners, the media community, and our customers and fans.
