The Japan Creator Support Fund is dedicated to empowering the limitless potential of Japan’s talented creators and artists, helping them thrive both in Japan and on the global stage.
By fostering collaboration across genres and strengthening the role of cultural institutions as hubs for creative activity and outreach, the fund aims to spark new cultural movements.
We will work with artists and creators to ensure they achieve their goals, co-creating the culture of the future.
About the Fund
Activities carried out under the supported projects have included participation in overseas events, performances in Europe, research conducted abroad, and other initiatives. These initiatives have produced results such as awards, nominations, and co-productions across various fields, including music, film, and games. Through the strengthening of domestic and international networks and professional guidance, a solid foundation is being steadily built for full-scale overseas expansion.
Through initiatives funded by the Japan Creator Support Fund, international collaboration has advanced through various hubs including museums, theaters, concert halls, and other institutions. Talent development has also been strengthened through the invitation of overseas curators, co-commissions, mentoring by leading figures in Japan and abroad, and critical writing by development candidates. Progress is also being made in forming foundations for international expansion and network-building, including the establishment of new organizations, overseas performances, professional development, and exchange.
As demand grows for Japan-originated content, including manga, anime, games, film, music, and performing arts, developing creators who can thrive internationally has become an urgent priority. Each project under the Creator Support Program (Program Development & Implementation) aims to build programs that train students and working professionals aspiring to become next generation of creators and other creative professionals.
Music
Manga
Anime / Film
Design and Related Fields
To boost Japan’s content industry abroad, this program offers multi-year support for producing globally competitive visual works and key processes such as financing, partner acquisition, concept and script development, and IP rights clearance.
