Kokuho director Lee Sang-il at the opening night film screening The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) has officially launched the Japanese Film Festival 2026 , bringing a curated selection of Japanese films to audiences across eight cities in the Philippines from October 1 to November 29, 2026 . This year’s festival carries the theme “Shared Treasure. Shared Stories.” in celebration of the 70th anniversary of normalized diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Japan and the 30th anniversary of the Japan Foundation, Manila’s presence in the country . In partnership with SM Supermalls and SM Cinema , the Japanese Film Festival 2026 features a 16-film lineup that will be screened for free at selected SM Cinema branches, including SM Megamall, SM Manila, SM Cebu, SM Baguio, SM Iloilo, SM Lanang, SM North EDSA, and SM CDO Downtown Premiere . The nationwide film festival gives Filipino moviegoers an opportunity to experience Japanese cinema, culture, animation, traditional performing ...
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