Program 1. International Invitation Program for Animation Artist

Animation Artist in Residence Tokyo 2010-2011

This project, organized by the Japanese Agency for Cultural Affairs and the Japan Image Council, is an artist in residence program which aims to provide three outstanding young animation artists from around the world with an opportunity to come to Tokyo and create new works while directly interacting with Japanese animation culture. In doing so, we aim to promote both the creation of excellent works of animation and a better understanding of Japanese culture. Details concerning the program will be released on 1st July 2010.

Program 2. Special Screening of Japanese films in Asia 2010

Since 2004 the Japanese agency for cultural affairs has held screenings of Japanese films that reveal aspects of this country’s culture and society in various countries in Asia. The aim of this project has been to deepen understanding and affection for Japanese culture in these countries. This year a special program of animated works will be screened in Seoul, South Korea, and Hanoi, Vietnam. Details concerning the works to be screened will be released in late September.