In Japan, the concept of otokonoko (male-identifying individuals who present femininely) and josonoko (female-identifying individuals who present masculinely) has a long history in manga and anime. While these do not always map perfectly onto Western definitions of "transgender," they have provided a space for exploring gender fluidity.
Platforms like Webtoon and independent animation on YouTube have allowed Asian trans creators to bypass traditional gatekeepers and tell their own stories directly to audiences. asain tranny cartoon
Classics like Ranma ½ explored physical gender transformation, though often for comedic effect rather than a serious exploration of identity. Western Animation and Asian-American Identity asain tranny cartoon