Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry is extending its film and television incentive program through fiscal year ...

In the opening moments of a new film called “Diamond Diplomacy,” Shohei Ohtani holds the ball and Mike Trout holds a bat. These are the dramatic final moments of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. The ...

Japan Society is proud to present the 16th annual JAPAN CUTS: Festival of New Japanese Film, the largest festival of its kind. From major blockbusters to indie darlings, films at this year’s JAPAN ...

L-R: 'Climbing For Life' director Junji Sakamoto with stars Sayuri Yoshinaga & Rena Nonen Tokyo International Film Festival Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF) got underway on Monday evening with ...

The 38th Tokyo International Film Festival got off to a spectacular start on Monday with a galaxy of stars in attendance. Attendees parading the red carpet at the storied Takarazuka Theater included a ...

“Mishima,” which explores nationalism, sexuality and ritual suicide, was screened in Tokyo for the first time since its 1985 release. By Rebecca L. Davis The director Paul Schrader recalls wearing a ...

The Cannes Film Festival’s Marché du Film has unveiled Japan as the Country of Honour for its 2026 edition next May. The Marché du Film’s Executive Director Guillaume Esmiol officially announced the ...

The Development Bank of Japan’s investment in the Tokyo-based startup — launched at Cannes with backing from auteurs like Hirokazu Kore-eda and Takashi Miike — signals growing institutional support ...

Pre-order the 25th anniversary 4K Ultra HD release of Battle Royale, the iconic Japanese film that influenced The Hunger Games and Squid Game.

The producer’s openness represents a potential homecoming for the series, which wanted to shoot in Japan for its first season but couldn’t make it work. “We very much wanted to shoot here, but it was ...

28/10/2025 - The Asian nation’s rich cinematic history and vibrant contemporary industry will be highlighted during the 79th Cannes Film Festival Japan will be the Country of Honour at the next Marché ...