When did Bones studio open its doors and where was it located?
Bones opened its doors in October 1998 within the Igusa district of Suginami, Tokyo. The company began operations with exactly eight people selected by founder Masahiko Minami.
Questions about Bones (studio)
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who founded Bones studio and what does the name mean?
Three former Sunrise employees named Masahiko Minami, Hiroshi Osaka, and Toshihiro Kawamoto established the new company together. Minami chose the name Bones to reflect this small group size while expressing a desire to build something substantial from that skeletal structure.
What happened to co-founder Hiroshi Osaka on the 24th of September 2007?
Co-founder Hiroshi Osaka passed away from cancer on the 24th of September 2007 at the age of 44 years old. Following his death the board of directors expanded to include two new members named Makoto Watanabe and Takahiro Komori.
How many sub-studios does Bones have and who leads Studio C?
Bones divides its production work across six specialized sub-studios labeled A through F. Yoshihiro Oyabu manages Studio C which is responsible for Fullmetal Alchemist and Soul Eater.
When did Bones spin off its film division and what is it called?
In October 2024 the company executed a major structural change by spinning off its film division as a wholly owned subsidiary called Bones Film. All animation productions scheduled from 2025 onward now carry credits under this separate name.