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# Brian Takemasa

 Brian is an Associate at GFR Fund, focusing on gaming industry investments. He has previously worked in business development for anime licensing, specializing in game adaptations and collaborations. Brian is a passionate gamer who spends a bit too much time playing Nintendo games and card games.

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- March 5, 2026

### [The Collectible Super-Cycle: Why Pop Mart, Pokémon, and One Piece are 2026’s Big Bets](https://gfrfund.com/blog/collectible-super-cycle-pop-mart-pokémon-one-piece)

 In our past analysis of Pokémon TCG Pocket, we explored how a digital-first approach can revitalize a legacy brand. But...

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- July 23, 2025

### [Case Study: Why Pokémon TCG Pocket’s Model Is a Global Hit](https://gfrfund.com/blog/pokemon-tcg-pockets)

 Why should game designers care about Pokémon TCG Pocket?

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- November 15, 2024

### [From Gameplay to Marketing: Inside Last War — the Mobile Game Winning Over Japan and the US](https://gfrfund.com/blog/last-war-mobile-game)

 Last War: Survival Game has made a remarkable impact in both the Japanese and U.S. mobile gaming markets, achieving a...

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- September 11, 2024

### [Japan’s Mobile Gaming Scene and What Developers Should Learn from It](https://gfrfund.com/blog/japan-mobile-gaming-scene)

 The way we play is changing. The gaming landscape is evolving rapidly, with new trends reshaping various categories in...

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