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Nippon Connection · Frankfurt, Germany

Nippon Connection

Founded 2000Usually late MayFrankfurt am Main

One of the world's largest festivals of Japanese film, presenting features, shorts and independent work from Japan.

The festival

Nippon Connection is a Japanese film festival held annually in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, and is considered one of the largest festivals for Japanese cinema in the world. Founded in 2000 by film students Marion Klomfass and Holger Ziegler, it presents features, documentaries and short films alongside a cultural programme.

Worth knowing

Beyond screenings, the festival offers workshops, concerts and cultural events exploring Japanese arts and culture. It usually takes place over about six days in late May and early June.

How to attend

Visitors buy tickets and passes for screenings and events held at venues across Frankfurt. Details are published on the official Nippon Connection website each year.

Official site →

Dates and programs change year to year — check the official site for the current edition.