Hakodate Harbor Illuminacion Film Festival
Japanese name:函館港 イルミナシオン映画祭
📅 Fri, Dec 4, 2026 - Sun, Dec 6, 2026
About this event
Launched in 1995 as a "film festival that creates films," the Hakodate Harbor Illuminacion Film Festival screens a diverse selection of movies including talked-about films, new releases, works connected to Hakodate, and short films, drawing film fans from across the country. In conjunction with the festival, talk sessions inviting film directors and actors also enjoy great popularity. In addition, to discover and showcase films and creative talent from the city of Hakodate, the "Scenario Grand Prix" is held every year to solicit, judge, and award original works, with numerous winning entries having been adapted into films to date. In 2026, it will be held from Friday, December 4 to Sunday, December 6 at the Hakodate City Public Hall. In addition to purchasing same-day tickets for individual films, advance tickets and one-day passes are also available.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Hakodate City Public Hall
12-17 Aoyagicho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0044
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