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The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre’s 14th annual Toronto Japanese Film Festival will be held from June 12th to 26th at the JCCC’s Kobayashi Hall. The festival has now grown into one of the largest film events of its kind in the world and is recognized by the Japanese film industry as a vital conduit for bringing Japanese film to the world.

TorontoJFF is programmed to reflect the rich diversity of the world 4th largest film industry and the 2025 edition will feature 24 films including an opening night screening of the Canadian Premiere of CELLS AT WORK 「はたらく細胞」 Director Hideki Takeuchi (Thermae Romae, Fly Me to Saitama) will attend the festival to introduce his film.

Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, May 7 at 10:00am. Five- and ten-film pass buyers receive a special gift from the festival’s founding sponsor, SHISEIDO CANADA. Go to Torontojff.com, call 416-441-2345 or simply come over to the JCCC for tickets and more information.

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You may find the film line-up from here, and ticket information here.

The Making of a Japanese

Samphors Say — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 14:27:43 +0000

The Making of a Japanese Samphors Say Feb 12, 2025

March 16, 2025 2:00pm - 3:36pm

Event Category

General $10.62 +HST ($12)
JCCC Members $8.85 +HST ($10)
Kid 14 & Under $5.31 +HST($6)

In Japanese with English subtitles.

*No exchange or refund

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A SAMURAI IN TIME 侍タイムスリッパー

Samphors Say — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 07:01:22 +0000

A SAMURAI IN TIME 侍タイムスリッパー Samphors Say Nov 13, 2024

January 23, 2025 7:00pm - 9:11pm

Event Category

General $10.62 +HST ($12)
JCCC Members $8.85 +HST ($10)

In Japanese with English subtitles.

*No exchange or refund

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GHOST CAT ANZU 化け猫あんずちゃん

Samphors Say — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 06:37:29 +0000

GHOST CAT ANZU 化け猫あんずちゃん Samphors Say Nov 13, 2024

March 16, 2025 4:00pm - 5:34pm

Event Category

Single Ticket

General $10.62 +HST ($12)
JCCC Members $8.85 +HST ($10)
Kid 14 & Under $5.31 +HST($6)

Family Special!!!

For 2 adults, 2 kids

JCCC Member $23.01 +HST ($26)
Non-member $26.55 +HST ($30)

In Japanese with English subtitles.

*No exchange or refund

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Tokyo Cowboy 東京カウボーイ

Samphors Say — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 21:08:07 +0000

Tokyo Cowboy 東京カウボーイ Samphors Say Oct 1, 2024

November 21, 2024 7:00pm - 8:58pm

Event Category

General $10.62 +HST ($12)
JCCC Members $8.85 +HST ($10)

In Japanese with English subtitles.

*No exchange or refund

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Shadow of Fire ほかげ

Samphors Say — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 18:42:42 +0000

Shadow of Fire ほかげ Samphors Say Aug 20, 2024

October 10, 2024 7:00pm - 8:35pm

Event Category

General $10.62 +HST ($12)
JCCC Members $8.85 +HST ($10)

In Japanese with English subtitles.

*No exchange or refund

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Perfect Days

Samphors Say — Fri, 31 May 2024 04:03:36 +0000

Perfect Days Samphors Say May 31, 2024

July 25, 2024 7:00pm - 9:05pm

Event Category

General $10.62 +HST ($12)
JCCC Members $8.85 +HST ($10)

In Japanese with English subtitles.

*No exchange or refund

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Toronto Japanese Film Festival 2024

Samphors Say — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 02:54:58 +0000

Toronto Japanese Film Festival 2024 Samphors Say Apr 29, 2024

June 6, 2024 7:00pm - June 20, 2024 9:00pm

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The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre’s 13th annual Toronto Japanese Film Festival will be presented from June 6 to 22 at the JCCC’s Kobayashi Hall. The festival has now grown into one of the largest film events of its kind in the world and is recognized by the Japanese film industry as a vital conduit for bringing Japanese film to the world.

TorontoJFF is programmed to reflect the rich diversity of the world's 4th largest film industry. The festival opens with the North American premiere of Hayato Kawai’s DON’T LOSE YOUR HEAD!, a lavish comic retelling of the famous tale of the 47 Ronin featuring a star-studded cast. The screening is preceded by a reception with light refreshments and a Japanese sake and whiskey bar. The festival closes with the Canadian premiere of Mitsuhiro Mihara’s heart-warming foodie flick TAKANO TOFU; The screening is preceded by a taiko performance by the JCCC’s Kyowa Taiko and followed by a closing reception with lots of Japanese sweets.

Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, May 8 at 10:00am. Five- and ten-film pass buyers receive a special gift from the festival’s founding sponsor, SHISEIDO CANADA. Go to Torontojff.com, call 416-441-2345 or simply come over to the JCCC for tickets and more information.

You may find the film line-up from here, and ticket information here.

RIVER リバー, 流れないでよ

Samphors Say — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 04:41:44 +0000

RIVER リバー, 流れないでよ Samphors Say Feb 26, 2024

April 11, 2024 7:00pm - 8:26pm

Event Category

General $10.62 +HST ($12)
JCCC Members $8.85 +HST ($10)

In Japanese with English subtitles.

*No exchange or refund