Beyond the Frame Festival
ビヨンド・ザ・フレーム・フェスティバル
Also known as: BTFF
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Beyond the Frame Festival focuses on immersive storytelling through virtual, augmented and mixed reality. Based in Tokyo and organised by CinemaLeap, it presents international XR projects alongside Japanese works, including animation, documentary and interactive experiences. The festival dates back to 2021 and combines a competition with invited projects, creator discussions and networking with XR industry professionals.
The dates for the 2024 edition are 25–27 October 2024, with experiences at NEUU and WPU in Shinjuku. The festival takes a break in 2025, with a separate retrospective screening event. Its activities also include a special XR showcase with Tokyo University of the Arts on 21–22 March 2026.
Country
Japan
Focus
Animation, Documentary, Experimental
Categories
Virtual Reality
Awards and prizes
The competition awards the Grand Prix, XR Story Award and XR Experience Award.
Contacts
- btffjp.com
- contact@cinemaleap.com — Festival inquiries and professional collaboration