Japanese Film Festival Ireland

The #JFF2025 programme is now live! We're excited to be bringing the latest and best Japanese films to cinemas around the country this April, alongside a few beloved classics! Full listings and ticket links online now at jff.ie

Here is a look into what's coming to the #GateScreen at The Arc Cinema Cork! 🎬✨ Located in Screen 6, this #arthouse gem showcases film festivals, indie favourites, and foreign language treasures. Book now 👉 bit.ly/4gCp8Ht

On 26 March, we launched this year’s annual Japanese Film Festival! The Film Festival will last until 26 April, with Japanese movies being shown at locations across Ireland! 👉Please check jff.ie for show times at your nearest cinema! 🎞😊🇯🇵🇮🇪

There is still time to get your tickets for the screenings of “Not Quite Dead Yet” (2020) and “Love Is Hard for Otaku” (2020) at the Light House Cinema this Sunday, October 13th! 🎃 The Embassy of Japan, and co-organisers access>CINEMA, invite you to feast your eyes on these two side-splitting Japanese comedies, presented by the Japan Foundation. 📽️🍿 With “Not Quite Dead Yet” screening from 1:00 p.m. and “Love Is Hard for Otaku” following at 3:00 p.m., why not make a day of it and enjoy these eccentric recent releases to the fullest! 😁 Tickets are still available at the Light House Cinema at €10! 💡 👻 Not Quite Dead Yet: After angst-ridden college student Nanase's father drops dead due to a drug that causes temporary death for 2 days, she is named the president of his pharmaceutical company. Nanase endeavors to prevent her father's enemies from prematurely cremating his body before the drug can wear off and allow him to revive. 🎟lighthousecinema.ie/film/jff-not-q… 🤓 Love Is Hard For Otaku: At her new company, Narumi Momose, a 26-year-old closeted otaku (someone consumed with anime, manga and video games), is reunited with her childhood friend Hirotaka Nifuji, a good-looking and competent businessman, who is also a committed gamer. When Hirotaka suggests that they start dating, Narumi agrees. They look forward to being a happy otaku couple - but their romance runs into unexpected obstacles! 🎟lighthousecinema.ie/film/jff-love-…

Looking for something different this weekend? Check out two delightful Japanese comedies screening @LightHouseD7 on Sunday. Tickets on sale now and pre-booking advised! NOT QUITE DEAD YET (1pm): lighthousecinema.ie/film/jff-not-q… LOVE IS HARD FOR OTAKU (3pm): lighthousecinema.ie/film/jff-love-…

"Fans of quirky Japanese comedy will certainly find a lot to like" - @easternKicks Just over a week now until our screening of NOT QUITE DEAD YET - one of two Japanese comedy film screenings @LightHouseD7 on Oct 13th! Tickets only €10 and on sale now lighthousecinema.ie/film/jff-not-q…

Based on the hit manga series, LOVE IS HARD FOR OTAKU is one of two special Japanese film screenings @LightHouseD7 in Dublin on Sunday October 13th. Tickets on sale now! lighthousecinema.ie/film/jff-love-…

The @JFF_Ireland is hosting two special Japanese film screenings next month on 13 October at the Lighthouse Cinema in Dublin! 😍 📽 🍿Not Quite Dead Yet (2020) @ 1pm 🍿Love Is Hard for Otaku (2020) @ 3pm For tickets & further information ⬇️ lighthousecinema.ie/film/jff-not-q… lighthousecinema.ie/film/jff-love-…

We're delighted to announce two special Japanese film screenings @LightHouseD7 on October 13th - the delightful comedies Not Quite Dead Yet and Love Is Hard for Otaku. Tickets: 👻 Not Quite Dead Yet: lighthousecinema.ie/film/jff-not-q… 🤓 Love Is Hard For Otaku: lighthousecinema.ie/film/jff-love-…

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"9/10 - A delight from beginning to end" - IGN Movies 🦚 🐘 THE CONCIERGE AT HOKKYOKU DEPARTMENT STORE screens in Dublin this Sunday, August 25th, as part of #IFIFamilyFest @IFI_Dub. IFI Age Recommendation: 8+ Tickets: ifi.ie/film/ifi-famil…

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We screened this in our #JFF24 edition - not to be missed! @PavilionTheatre @ryuichisakamoto

@DonaldClarke63 @tikkin @lettermonkey @GrahamGeekEire Special thanks to the DFCC jury of Tara Brady, Daniel Anderson, Kevin Fennell, Olivia Fahy, Graham Day, Nicola Timmons, Donald Clarke, and David Turpin. Thanks again to everyone who made it to this year’s screenings - we hope to see you all again for JFF25 next April!

THANK YOU to everyone who attended #JFF24 and made it such a success! We’re delighted to announce this year’s award winners: AUDIENCE AWARD - YUDO: THE WAY OF THE BATH DUBLIN FILM CRITICS CIRCLE AWARDS: - ICHIKO (Best Feature Film) - LONELY CASTLE IN THE MIRROR (Best Anime)

Matriarchal head of the family picks up her life after her husband flees the 2011 tsunami. But the cat came back: RIPPLES | Screened as part of @JFF_Ireland #JFF24 buff.ly/4dfCZD7

What fabulous weather in Dublin. Perfect for heading to @ExpJapan at @farmleighOPW from 12pm. Something for everyone. 🎌🍜

Last screenings of this year's @JFF_Ireland happen today @antainarts, Dundalk with Anime Saturday! Special ticket bundle pricing if you want to attend two or all three of the films. Advance booking advised: antain-tickets.antain.ie/ticketbooth/sh…... #JFF24

Don't miss the final screenings of #JFF24 this Saturday, April 27, at @antainarts in Dundalk. We've three fantastic anime titles lined up to close out the festival: THE FIRST SLAM DUNK, BLUE GIANT and LONELY CASTLE IN THE MIRROR. More info and tickets: antain-tickets.antain.ie/ticketbooth/sh…