Ten days, 204 films
The 39th Tokyo International Film Festival opens on 26 October for a ten-day run. Its official total is 204 films, with screenings and events continuing through 4 November in the Hibiya, Yurakucho, Marunouchi and Ginza area.
Sukiyaki is the opening film. Godzilla Minus Zero is the centrepiece and Colony closes the festival. This year’s theme is “Connecting”, linking film cultures, creators and audiences.
More than a red carpet
The TIFFCOM content market runs 28–30 October. It is a business hub for rights holders, distributors, producers and technology providers as well as a companion to the public festival.
Visitors should check each film page because venues and start times differ. Sukiyaki runs 155 minutes, and the official programme lists 18:40 and 19:40 screenings at separate venues.
Why it matters
The 204-title programme shows which Asian films are seeking international circulation and which stories are driving major premieres. It creates ten days of demand for tourism, hospitality and brand partners, while the industry market concentrates deal-making.
Image note: archive view of the TIFF red-carpet venue in 2022; it does not depict the 2026 opening day.
Summary
Tokyo, Hibiya–Yurakucho–Marunouchi–Ginza · 26 October–4 November 2026 · 204 films; TIFFCOM 28–30 October.
Frequently asked questions
- When is TIFF 2026?
- From 26 October to 4 November 2026.
- What is the opening film?
- Sukiyaki, with two first-day screenings listed at separate venues.
- How many films are in the programme?
- The official 2026 total is 204.
