CATDOLL: Don't be fooled, Japanese animators earn shockingly low wages!

As can be seen from the above figure, an animator in his 20s only earns about 1.1 million yen a year, while his peers earn 2.51 million to 3.43 million yen, which is 2 to 3 times more. Even in their 30s, the gap between the two is about 2 times. And this is just a comparison with the overall income average. Animators, who already have a heavy workload, will face severe life pressure.

However, after the age of 40, the gap between the two gradually narrows. As can be seen from the table, animators will earn more than the average at the age of 60. But the premise is that they can persist until that age. Many people choose to give up after a few years in the industry because they can't bear the pressure. Therefore, it is rare to be able to reach the age of 60, and they are basically at the master level. And once you are over 70, you will have almost no income.

In this regard, many Japanese netizens also commented: "It takes at least 20 years to make a name for yourself in the industry. Considering social security and other issues during this period, it does feel like the gains do not outweigh the losses." "Having said that, the current level of painting is much better than in the past, and we should thank the animators who have worked hard." "Not only animators, but also cartoonists and illustrators often have money at home, otherwise how can they eat?" "Those who are still animators in this era are fools!" Overall, everyone knows that this industry is difficult. After seeing this, how much do you still yearn for this profession? But animation always needs someone to do it, just like what is described in the animation "Shirobako", there will always be young people who know the hardship but still have dreams to join this industry!