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Japan · Est. 2022 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
Kadoma International Film Festival 2021 is a community-based international film festival held in Kadoma, Osaka, Japan, organized by the Kadoma Film Commission. It is notable for screening films from many countries, combining in-person and online formats, and supporting regional revitalization through cinema; its awards ceremony and distinctive calligrapher-made certificates are part of its identity in Japan’s festival circuit. It showcases a broad range of work, including narrative features and shorts, documentaries, dance films, and animation, with both Japanese and non-Japanese categories.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
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2022
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