A Film Friendly Destination
Fukuoka — a compact metropolis boasting a vibrant atmosphere, rich history,
distinctive culinary culture, alongside swift access to abundant natural surroundings.
Above all, it is a city immersed in film culture.
Should you be considering filming in Japan,
the Fukuoka Film Commission team are committed to making your production as efficient and enjoyable as possible.
Funding
Fukuoka City Location Incentive Funding
- ive-action and animated films, television series, documentaries
- Maximum grant amount: ¥10 million; 50% of expenses within the city will be paid back. Total expenses (accommodation, meals, airfares, etc.) must be ¥10 million or more.
- Production budget of ¥100 million or more, filming duration in Fukuoka City of 5 days or more, and a crew of 50 or more
- Fukuoka City must be designated as one of the story settings or a primary shooting location.
- Applicants must be Japanese corporations.
- Application rounds: 1–2 times per fiscal year
- See below for past call details.
https://www.city.fukuoka.lg.jp/keizai/contents/shisei/documents/kouhuyoukou.pdf
Services
We are a one-stop service for all filming enquiries
- Support for filming within the Fukuoka metropolitian area — 17 cities and towns
- Coordination of location scouting
- Introduction to local production houses
- Assistance with procedures for location usage permit
- Recruitment of extras, etc.
Contact
Fukuoka Film Commission
Email: fukuoka.film@city.fukuoka.lg.jp
Content Industry Promotion Section, New Industry Promotion Department, Economy,
Tourism & Culture Bureau, Fukuoka City Government
Address: 1-8-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City 810-8620 Japan
TEL: +81-92-733-5171 (9:30-17:00, weekdays)