Mikan Film Fest 2025 Call for Entry
2026-01-19 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Tokyo)
Dear Mikans,

We’re back! The Mikan Film Fest is returning for its second year — and we want to see YOUR films on the big screen. Proceeds from the festival will help support the AJET Scholarship Fund, so your creativity helps give back to our kids!

What lies beneath the peel? That’s for you to decide. Peel back the layers and show us your story.

Key Details

Who can submit? Current Ehime JETs and recent alumni (within the past five years)Deadline: January 19, 2026Film Length: 30 seconds – 7 minutes Prompt: Submit a film – anything under the Mikan sun . From holiday comedies to spooky shorts to heartfelt documentaries about life in Japan – anything goes. Format: MP4 — please use a 16:9 landscape aspect ratio for optimal display How to submit: Upload your film to Google Drive and send us the link via the submission form Email for questions: mikanfilmfest@gmail.com

Content Guidelines

“Anything under the Mikan sun” really does mean anything — as long as it’s safe and respectful! To keep the festival fun and welcoming for everyone, we will not accept:

Hate speech or discriminatory content

Pornography / nudity

Depictions of animal cruelty

Excessive or gratuitous violence

Content that may endanger individuals or communities

FAQ

Q. What is the Mikan Film Fest?A. A community film festival where Mikans submit and showcase their own short films.

Q. What kind of films will be shown?A. That’s the fun part — we don’t know yet! Since the films are created by Mikans, expect a wide variety of genres and styles.

Q. Does my film have to be about Ehime or Japan?A. Nope! Your film can be set anywhere and about anything – personal stories, fiction, animation, culture, social topics, or experimental art. The key is to make it creative, authentic, and engaging!Q. I’ve never made a film before. Can I still join?A. Absolutely! Beginners, first-timers, and seasoned filmmakers are all welcome.

Q. Will the films have subtitles?A. This depends on the creator. Please include English subtitles if the film or scenes are not in English.

Q. Who can attend?A. Everyone!

Q. Who organizes the festival?A. The festival is organized by the Mikan Film Fest Team, celebrating creativity and storytelling in our community, supported by Ehime AJET.

We can’t wait to see what stories you’ll share. For any questions, feel free to contact the Mikan Film Fest team at: mikanfilmfest@gmail.com.

So… what lies beneath your peel? We can’t wait to find out.

Warm regards,AJET Events Coordinator / Mikan Film Fest Team

Farewell Beach Day & BBQ
2026-06-06 11:00 - 16:00
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Feel free to arrive whenever you like or stay later!)

Place: Kashima Island(Hojo, Matsuyama, Ehime)

REMINDER: GETTING THERE

By train: Meet outside Iyo-Hōjō Station by 10:45 AM if you want to walk down to the port with the main group.

By car: Meet directly at the Kashima Island Ferry Terminal by 11:00 AM.

Note: It’s not required for us to go together at the same time. Everyone is welcome to head over to the island at whatever time they please! The ferry runs back and forth every few minutes.

COSTS & LOGISTICS

Ferry Ride: ¥230 round-trip (Paid individually at the port terminal).

Food & Drinks:

If you opted for the AJET BBQ, please be prepared to pay up to ¥2000. This will include the rent for the grill, BBQ meat, some veggies, and some snacks! You can still bring your own snacks and drinks if you’d like.

If you opted for BYO, don’t forget to pack your favorite grillables, drinks, and snacks!

Note: There’s a small shop in the guesthouse on Kashima Island, but we recommend buying your stuff at the supermarket near Hojo Station for more options!

WHAT TO BRING

Don’t forget your beach essentials! We highly recommend bringing picnic blankets/mats, beach towels, sunscreen, hats, hydration, and any outdoor games or music speakers you want to share with the group.

There are also free-to-use toilets and shower rooms in the area,and people can most likely change in there.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you all next week! Keep an eye on your inbox for a final logistics update as we get closer to the weekend, and feel free to reach out by replying here if you have any questions!

Sea you there!
