International Animation Film Festival Built on a Creators-First Philosophy

Held in Aichi Prefecture’s city of Nagoya, known as “the manufacturing capital of Japan,” ANIAFF aims to be the world’s leading animation film festival that contributes to the development and promotion of the animation culture and industry by globally disseminating a great number of animated works to the international market with a fundamental concept of “Creators First”. The festival’s functions are not just limited to introducing diverse films through screenings; creators and producers from across borders will gather in Nagoya for networking through various talks, conferences, and workshops. In addition to the film festival, we will establish a hub for the next generation of animation talent, offering creators opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow. From this “Creators First” international market, we aim to generate and promote a wide range of new works on a global scale. Through these efforts, we are committed to advancing both the culture and industry of animation worldwide. This is the mission of the Aichi Nagoya International Animation Film Festival—a world-leading festival that places creators at its heart.