Kodansha Ltd. & Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. - META TAXI Project Support

Summary

"META TAXI" is a YouTube channel built on the concept of a virtual taxi that blurs the line between the real and virtual worlds. The "Mimetic Meta" creative unit, comprised of animator/illustrator Nike Shimatsuku (@shimatsuku) and video artist Bivi (@chibiice), oversees the project's worldview, video, and character creation, while NOKID handles weekly video production.

Fusing live-action and animation, the series combines footage of a taxi on the streets of Tokyo with animated avatar characters. It creates an "immersive interactive space" that allows viewers to "ride along" and experience the natural conversations between guests.

The project’s keywords are "chill," "chat," and "realism." Its production is defined by experiential details, from city lights reflecting inside the cab to authentic driving sounds and effects that blur the line between avatar and human.

Production Area

Services Provided: Video Editing, On-Screen Text & Graphics, Post-Production

A creative studio specializing in short-form animation and character IP development.

NOKID is a Tokyo-based creative studio specializing in short animation, animated commercials, social media management, and promotion. We offer end-to-end services, from character IP development and planning to production and viral marketing, all designed to generate buzz.