FILMINATION

Yokohama, Japan — Filmination Inc. (Head Office: Yokohama, Kanagawa; CEO: Hiroaki Kanemaru), which operates Japan’s first and only online marketplace dedicated exclusively to the global distribution of Japanese films (*1), has been selected by the Visual Industry Promotion Organization (UNIJAPAN) as one of eight companies to officially exhibit at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival – Japan Pavilion (Marché du Film).

(*1) In-house research, July 2020 surveyed as an "online market service specializing in Japanese films and videos for overseas audiences" in Japan.

Through this prestigious selection, Filmination will participate in the Marché du Film, the world’s largest film market, held in May 2025 in Cannes, France. The company will focus on promoting and selling Japanese films, particularly independent titles, to international buyers and distributors.

“This opportunity marks a significant milestone in expanding the global presence of Japanese independent cinema,” said CEO Hiroaki Kanemaru. “We are committed to building a stronger bridge between Japanese filmmakers and global audiences.”

Filmination is currently welcoming submissions from creators and producers interested in non-exclusive sales representation. Registered titles on the Filmination platform will be promoted internationally through their professional sales team. Even titles with pre-existing international rights may be considered for additional territories, subject to the rights holder’s permission. The company offers flexible sales arrangements tailored to each project's needs, ensuring maximum exposure on the global stage.

This expansion enhances the company’s ability to support films in both exclusive and non-exclusive capacities, making it an ideal platform for creators currently in production or planning new projects.

Filmination remains dedicated to its mission:
To bring the brilliance of Japanese cinema to audiences around the world.