When and where is AIFJ 2026?

It runs from October 31 to November 2, 2026, at Tokyo Innovation Base in Yurakucho, Tokyo.

How many works were submitted and selected?

More than 730 works were submitted from over 60 countries; 68 were named official selections and 21 became finalists.

What kinds of pass are available?

There are Creator Pass, Industry Pass, Student Pass, and Kids Pass, with access varying by pass type.

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AIFJ 2026 sets 68 official selections from 730+ entries across 60+ countries

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What happened
AI Film Japan will run AIFJ 2026 at Tokyo Innovation Base from October 31 to November 2, 2026, drawing over 730 submissions from more than 60 countries; 68 official selections and 21 finalists were chosen.
Why it matters
The festival positions AI-driven film and animation as a global creative category, with screenings, awards, and industry sessions meant to connect creators and businesses across borders.

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AIFJ 2026 is the second edition of an event that its organizer, AI Film Japan, describes as a platform linking AI technology with the global film and entertainment industry. The scale of the submission pool—over 730 works from more than 60 countries—suggests that AI-assisted filmmaking is drawing interest well beyond Japan, and the selection of 68 official works and 21 finalists gives a concrete snapshot of that international field.

The program goes beyond screenings. Organizers have lined up industry sessions on topics such as the value of craftsmanship and authorship in the AI era, the global AI film festival ecosystem, and how animation may evolve. These discussions are framed around practical questions for studios and creators, not just showcase.

Official partners Alibaba Cloud, CapCut, and ElevenLabs will host booths, and the festival also plans production demos and networking programs. AI Film Japan says it intends to expand AIFJ year-round through a Creative Foundry for production practice and an Industry Forum for industry dialogue, with a partner event at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 planned for spring 2026.

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When and where is AIFJ 2026?: It runs from October 31 to November 2, 2026, at Tokyo Innovation Base in Yurakucho, Tokyo.
How many works were submitted and selected?: More than 730 works were submitted from over 60 countries; 68 were named official selections and 21 became finalists.
What kinds of pass are available?: There are Creator Pass, Industry Pass, Student Pass, and Kids Pass, with access varying by pass type.

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