As the 38th Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF), which opened on Monday, October 27, continues to draw excitement each day, the affiliated content market TIFFCOM 2025 officially kicked off today!
The venue in Hamamatsucho was filled with energy, bustling with visitors from around the world — enough to chase away the autumn chill.
Now in its 22nd year, TIFFCOM saw an increase in the number of exhibitors from both Japan and overseas compared to last year, with expanded venue space and a large turnout of visitors.
Vibrant Exchange at the IP & Projects Market
The Tokyo Gap Finance Market (TGFM), part of the project market, took place at the Port Studio on the 8th floor of the same building, where lively business negotiations have begun. Additionally, the rebranded Tokyo IP Market: Adaptation & Remake, which supports the development of new visual content works based on Japanese IP, featured open pitch sessions by participating companies in the morning.
Seminars Packed with Hot Topics
Seminars covering a wide range of genres—including IP, Animation, Co-Production, Japanese TV, and Asian Series & Films—were held on the first day alone, with seven sessions taking place across three venues, each bustling with attendees.
Day one featured a keynote on the future of Japanese IP and a special session spotlighting Southeast Asia, where international co-productions have recently seen notable success. Discussions throughout the day explored global content business strategies and the growing prominence of international collaborations, with lively exchanges of ideas from diverse perspectives.
Lively Welcome Party Marks the Start of the Event
The Welcome Party, a popular tradition each year, was also held to greet attendees and industry guests. The evening began with opening remarks and a toast by Yasushi Shiina, CEO of TIFFCOM. The venue quickly filled with lively conversations and smiles from professionals across the global film and content business, making it a perfect opportunity for networking ahead of the second and third days of the event.
