Key facts
- Japan aims to export JPY20 trillion ($133 billion) in content by 2033.
- Overseas sales of Japanese content reached JPY6.1 trillion ($40.7 billion).
- The government is seeking JPY250 billion ($1.67 billion) in fiscal 2027 for content industry investment.
- The Tokyo International Film Festival opened with "Sukiyaki".
Japan's government is reinforcing its commitment to boosting the nation's content industry, aiming for JPY20 trillion ($133 billion) in overseas exports by 2033. Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae highlighted content as a strategic priority during the opening of the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival. The festival opened with the film "Sukiyaki," which depicts the post-war era and themes of peace.
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Akazawa Ryosei reported that overseas sales of Japanese content have already reached JPY6.1 trillion ($40.7 billion). To further this growth, the government is seeking approximately JPY250 billion ($1.67 billion) in its fiscal 2027 budget request to support investment in the content sector. The strategy includes production support for Japanese films and efforts to attract international film shoots.