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A special seminar for creators was held, featuring Takayuki Hayakawa, former Head of Amazon Studios Japan, who has produced numerous acclaimed titles and possesses deep expertise in both global and Japanese entertainment markets.

Hayakawa discussed the unique appeal and identity of Japanese content, market characteristics across regions such as Asia and North America, challenges Japan faces and potential solutions, funding opportunities, promising international markets, and strategies for successfully expanding original IPs both domestically and abroad.

Following his insightful talk—which covered a wide range of topics including the choice between streaming and theatrical releases, balancing online and offline experiences, and the importance of local insights in overseas expansion—the networking session began.

The event brought together Japanese creators, visiting international directors, and AI experts in town for an upcoming international conference, creating valuable opportunities for cross-border exchange.

From the film festival side, an announcement was made about the new DID/VC (Digital Identity / Verifiable Credential) feature launched through LIFE LOG BOX, sparking discussions about how creators can leverage Web3.0 technologies for future content distribution and engagement.

A full archive video of the event will be released soon—stay tuned!