Roland Kelts

Roland Kelts is a prominent cultural critic and author, currently serving as a visiting professor at Waseda University in Japan. He is known for his insights into Japanese pop culture, particularly in the context of its influence on the United States, as highlighted in his book 'Japanamerica: How Japanese Pop Culture Has Invaded the US'. Kelts has commented extensively on the challenges faced by Studio Ghibli, especially in the wake of the aging of its key figures, including the legendary animator Hayao Miyazaki.