Nippon Connection Film Festival Announces 2027 Dates, Shifts Schedule to Accommodate UEFA Cup Final July 1, 2026 The Nippon Connection Film Festival, a globally recognized pillar of Japanese cinematic and cultural exchange, has officially announced its return to Frankfurt am Main… Continue Reading
The 26th Nippon Connection Film Festival Concludes with Record-Breaking Attendance and Unprecedented Program Scale June 20, 2026 The 26th edition of the Nippon Connection Film Festival, the world’s largest festival for Japanese cinema, concluded its six-day run from June 2 to… Continue Reading
Ami Chong Discusses Art, Politics, and Societal Norms at Nippon Connection Premiere of "A Unique Country in Asia" June 14, 2026 Japanese actress Ami Chong, recognized for her compelling performances in films such as "Dawning on Us" (2021) and the upcoming "The Scary House" (2025),… Continue Reading
Night Flower: Eiji Uchida’s Latest Explores Marginalized Lives at Nippon Connection 2026 June 3, 2026 Brazilian-born Japanese director Eiji Uchida returns to his distinctive cinematic territory with "Night Flower," a poignant drama that once again casts its gaze upon… Continue Reading
The Ozu Diaries: A Definitive Exploration of Cinema’s Quiet Master Debuts at Nippon Connection June 1, 2026 Alongside cinematic titans Akira Kurosawa and Kenji Mizoguchi, director Yasujiro Ozu stands as one of the most profoundly influential filmmakers, not just of his… Continue Reading
Frankfurt Prepares for Its Most Expansive Celebration of Japanese Cinema with the 26th Nippon Connection Film Festival. June 1, 2026 Frankfurt am Main is poised to host the 26th Nippon Connection Film Festival, commencing on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, for a six-day cinematic and… Continue Reading
The 26th Nippon Connection Film Festival Invites Audiences to a Six-Day Deep Dive into Contemporary Japanese Cinema and Culture. May 25, 2026 From June 2 to 7, 2026, Frankfurt am Main will once again transform into a vibrant hub for Japanese culture as the 26th Nippon… Continue Reading
Long Night Set to Premiere at 26th Nippon Connection Film Festival, Exploring Grief and Resilience May 17, 2026 The 26th Nippon Connection Film Festival, a prestigious platform for Japanese cinema in Europe, is set to host the world premiere of Yui Kusakari’s… Continue Reading
Cosmo Corpus to Premiere at 26th Nippon Connection Film Festival, Explores Humanity’s Divided Future and the Search for Connection May 11, 2026 Frankfurt, Germany – A compelling new cinematic work, "Cosmo Corpus," directed by the visionary filmmaker Yokna Hasegawa, is set to make its world premiere… Continue Reading
The 26th Nippon Connection Film Festival Unveils Expansive Program, Celebrating Japanese Cinema and Culture in Frankfurt. April 9, 2026 Frankfurt am Main is poised to become a vibrant hub of Japanese cinema and culture as the Nippon Connection Film Festival prepares to raise… Continue Reading
