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VIDEO MATSURI

STUDENT SHORT FILM CONTEST

The Japan Foundation, Sydney is proud to present the 16th Video Matsuri Student Short Film Contest!  

Video Matsuri is an online short film festival for students in primary, secondary and tertiary education in Australia and New Zealand. 

We are excited to announce a new Shorts Division (YouTube Shorts videos up to 60 seconds) in 2024 in addition to the 3-minute divisions. 

Whether you’re a budding social media star wanting to show off your cosplay prowess or the dux of your Japanese language class, itching to show off your Japanese skills, grab your camera, get creative and get recording! 

Guidelines and How to Enter

CONTEST SUPPORTERS

Crunchyroll: 

Uniting through Anime, Crunchyroll champions the art and culture of Anime to a passionate community of fans around the world. Crunchyroll is an independently operated joint venture between U.S.-based Sony Pictures Entertainment and Japan’s Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation. More information: Crunchyroll – Watch Popular Anime & Read Manga Online 

Sugoi Co:

Our approach is simple: we’re here to get anime seen and loved. We focus on getting the word out about great shows in ways that speak directly to fans and keep our community engaged and excited. Sugoi offers a complete solution for your anime needs. Whether it’s getting anime onto your screens, finding great licensing opportunities, or offering the coolest anime merchandise, we’ve got it handled. We’re not just passionate about anime; we’re creating a thriving community for anime fans, creators and partners. Join us on our exciting journey to take anime to new heights!

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