An Encounter with a Japanese Film Industry Authority

Toho is a top distribution company and a major player in Japan’s film industry, involved in the production and distribution of masterpieces such as Godzilla, the films of Akira Kurosawa, and Studio Ghibli animations. Toho boasts outstanding business results and maintains a leading position in the Japanese film market. Mr. Yoshishige Shimatani is the CEO of Toho and an executive director of the Motion Picture Producers Association of Japan. Through this interview, he will share insights into the history, behind-the-scenes workings, global strategies, and other aspects of the Japanese film world.