It began in 1987 in Tokyo, and includes space for video installations and live performance.
As well as featuring modern domestic and international films, it includes a selection of historical masterpieces.
[2][3] The festival is run by Image Forum, a school and cinemathéque that preserves and promotes the production of experimental film, and fosters the next generation of filmmakers.
Its affiliate company, Dagurreo Press, Inc. publishes books on filmmaking and video software.
[2] Image Forum won the 1988 Japan Movie Pen Club Award.