Introducing Japan's Hidden Treasures for Filming

Are you a passionate filmmaker and adventurer? Do you possess an eye for captivating locations that speak volumes without words? If so, join our film location competition! While Japan boasts numerous picturesque locales perfect for filmmaking, many remain undiscovered by foreign filmmakers. MPA APAC and our partners are on a mission to uncover Japan's hidden gems, far from the usual tourist spots. Showcase a side of Japan that filmmakers will adore—a side hidden from the world's prying eyes.

This contest offers you the chance to unveil untold stories and capture the raw beauty of Japan's charm. Take us on a visual journey through extraordinary locations that will leave us breathless. Leave scripts and dialogue behind—let the scenery tell the extraordinary tale. Are you ready to guide us through Japan's best-kept secrets on a cinematic adventure?

Call for entries

Your task is to produce a 60-90 second live-action video that best captures the look, feel, people and culture of your favorite location in the country that you would like to showcase to the world and submit it via the link below.

Click here to submit your entry

Competition Details

Period:
5 Jun 2024 - 8 Sep 2024 23:59 JST

Entry Fee:
None

Announcement of result:
Winning entries will be announced at MPA/TIFF Seminar 2024 on 30 October 2024

Judges:
Representatives from Motion Picture Association, Japan Tourism Agency, U.S. Embassy in Japan, Digital Hollywood University, Japan Film Commission, MPA Japan Board, TOHO Tombo Pictures, Inc. will be reviewing submissions.

Prizes

Motion Picture Association Grand Prize
USD3,000 Travel Voucher + Hollywood Studio Tour

Commissioner of JTA Prize

U.S. Embassy in Japan Prize
USD100 Travel Voucher + A pair of Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter

Member Company Studios Japan (Motion Picture Association Japan) Prize
USD100 Travel Voucher + A pair of Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter

Digital Hollywood University Prize
USD100 Travel Voucher + A pair of Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter + Osmo Mobile 6*

*Osmo Mobile is the latest model at the time of prize presentation.

Japan Film Commission Prize
USD100 Travel Voucher + a pair of Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter

Introduce JAPAN to us today!

This competition is part of the 'U.S.-Japan Tourism Year 2024', which aims to promote mutual visits and tourism exchanges between the two countries.

Hosted by: Motion Picture Association
Supported by: Japan Tourism Agency, U.S. Embassy in Japan, Keidanren, and The American Chamber of Commerce in Japan
With the cooperation of: Japan National Tourism Organization, Digital Hollywood University and Japan Film Commission