Japanese IP Holders To Pitch At TIFFCOM Adaptation Market

Eight prominent Japanese intellectual property (IP) holders, including major publishers, studios, and production companies, are scheduled to present their content to international buyers at the second annual Tokyo IP Market: Adaptation & Remake (TIPM). This event will take place from October 28-30, 2026, as part of TIFFCOM, the Tokyo International Film Festival's content market, held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center.

The TIPM platform is designed to facilitate business connections by offering both one-on-one meetings and open pitching sessions. The objective is to connect Japanese creators and rights holders with global producers and distributors seeking material for film, television, and other media adaptations and remakes. This initiative aims to foster international collaboration and expand the reach of Japanese storytelling beyond its domestic market. The participating companies represent a significant portion of Japan's creative industry, indicating a strong interest in leveraging their existing IP for global audiences.

Among the confirmed participants are Toei Animation, a renowned animation studio known for franchises like "Dragon Ball" and "One Piece"; Shochiku, a historic film company with a legacy in samurai cinema and contemporary dramas; and Kadokawa Corporation, a diversified media conglomerate involved in publishing, film, and video games, holding rights to numerous popular manga and light novel series. Other participating entities include Kodansha, a leading manga publisher; Shogakukan, another major manga publisher; TBS Television, a prominent broadcaster; and Nippon TV, a commercial television network. These companies collectively manage vast libraries of content, ranging from classic literature and manga to contemporary anime and television dramas, offering a diverse pool of potential projects for international adaptation.

The Tokyo IP Market's focus on adaptation and remakes underscores a global trend in the entertainment industry, where established IP is increasingly sought after for its built-in audience recognition and narrative potential. By providing a dedicated marketplace, TIFFCOM aims to streamline the process of identifying and acquiring rights for such projects. The event's timing, coinciding with TIFFCOM, ensures a concentrated gathering of industry professionals, including filmmakers, producers, agents, and distributors, creating a fertile ground for deal-making and networking. The success of the inaugural TIPM in 2025 has paved the way for this expanded second edition, signaling growing international interest in Japanese IP and the market's potential to become a key venue for global content acquisition.