Japanese Film Festival 2025

The Japanese Film Festival (JFF), presented by The Japan Foundation, Sydney, marks its 29th year with a line-up of major new releases, literary adaptations, thrillers and anime features. Touring Canberra, Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney and Perth from 27 October – 19 December, the festival continues to highlight the best of contemporary and classic Japanese cinema.

“We’re excited to bring a program that speaks to the breadth of Japanese cinema today,” said Manisay Oudomvilay, Festival Programmer. “From historical sagas to intimate family portraits,
contemporary thrillers to beloved manga brought to life, these films capture both the richness of tradition and the restless innovation of Japanese filmmakers.”

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