North America’s largest festival of contemporary Japanese film returns for its 19th year this summer at Japan Society! Join us for over 30 curated films from across Japan featuring major award-winners, indie darlings, up-and-coming filmmakers, restorations, documentaries, short films, anime and more. JAPAN CUTS Powered by Canon is a showcase of the latest in Japanese cinema, featuring both today’s most popular actors and directors as well as tomorrow’s pioneering talent. Become part of our passionate filmgoer community for premieres, parties and celebrity guests in the heart of America’s biggest city!

Leading this year’s highlights:

JAPAN CUTS will present lauded actress Suzu Hirose with the CUT ABOVE Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film and host the New York Premiere of A Pale View of Hills starring Hirose as our Centerpiece Film, and the festival will conclude with legendary director Hirokazu Koreeda appearing in-person for the North American Premiere of Sheep in the Box, our Closing Film.

Admission Information & Pricing

Centerpiece: $35 Nonmembers/ $28 Members / $32 Students & Seniors
Screenings with Receptions: $26 Nonmembers/ $20 Members / $23 Students & Seniors
Screenings with Intros: $24 Nonmembers/ $19 Members / $22 Students & Seniors
All Other Feature Screenings: $20 Nonmembers / $16 Members / $18 Students & Seniors
Screenings Under 60 Minutes: $16 Nonmembers / $12 Members / $14 Students & Seniors
New Directions in Japanese Cinema: Free with RSVP
Festival Pass: $350 Member Exclusive
All-Access Pass: $1,000 Nonmembers / $800 Members

Prices are inclusive of fees, where applicable. All screenings take place in-person at Japan Society located at 333 East 47th Street in New York, NY.