Concept One and VIZ Media have announced expanding their partnership in the development of anime accessories, adding two new properties. 

Building on a recent collaboration which included accessories featuring “Naruto,” “Hunter x Hunter” and “Inuyasha,” VIZ Media has extended Concept One’s anime rights to include “Death Note” and “Komi Can't Communicate.” Concept One will offer a range of headwear, cold weather accessories, bags and small leather goods, with product slated to launch this fall, through specialty and independent retailers.  

"With the continued strength in anime and manga globally, we're continuing to aggressively expand our portfolio of licensed properties,” says Sam Hafif, chief executive officer, Concept One. “Our relationship with VIZ has really flourished over the past few years, and we’re very grateful for their partnership.”