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Tokyo, Japan
100
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Karatsu International Film Festival
Japan · Est. 2022 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Japan
37
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Overview
The Karatsu International Film Festival (KIFF) is a Japan-based festival in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture, organized by Theater Enya and known for presenting a diverse range of films from around the world, regardless of budget or creator fame.[1][4] It screens feature films, short films, and documentaries, and pairs screenings with talks, workshops, and filmmaker events; the festival is also notable for supporting emerging filmmakers and for using cinema to promote Karatsu’s cultural heritage and local revitalization.[1][4]
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+5 pts)
- 4 years of history
Red Flags (-18 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- Trust status under active review
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Festival Details
Founded
2022
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3.8/ 5
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