Understanding Copyright : Can I Sell/Produce Fan Made Merchandise?

Hello everyone, this is SELLBUYMUSIC! Have you ever had the experience of purchasing unofficial merchandise of celebrities or anime characters? If you're a fan, it's hard to resist being interested in Merchandise (MD or Goods). Today, I would like to discuss whether it is permissible to create and sell fan-made merchandise (including for personal collection). First of all, what is "Merchandise"? "Merchandise" refers to promotional products released by specific brands or celebrities. They are produced in relation to dramas, animations, fan clubs, and the like. That's what we call goods! Now, how does copyright relate to MD? When it comes to featuring the face of a famous individual, it may involve the right of publicity, and if names or group names are used, it may infringe upon trademark rights. Therefore, if you want to create MD, you need to obtain a license from the relevant company! How can you obtain a license? It may vary depending on the ...