Experience the magic of movies under the sunset sky at the “Zushi Beach Film Festival 2025“, running from April 25 to May 6. This 12-day celebration blends outdoor cinema, daily themed events, live music, delicious food, and beachside vibes into an unforgettable Golden Week experience. 🌊🎥
Overview
📍 What is the Zushi Beach Film Festival?
Held annually on the shores of Zushi Beach in Kanagawa, Japan, the Zushi Beach Film Festival is an open-air film and cultural event with the theme:
“Play with the Earth.”
Organized by the creative team CINEMA CARAVAN, this festival is far more than just movie screenings—it’s a unique fusion of film, music, art, food, and global culture. Every moment is designed to stir your senses and connect you with nature.
🗓 Festival Overview (2025)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | April 25 (Fri) – May 6 (Tue, Public Holiday), 2025 |
| Venue | Zushi Beach, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Organizer | CINEMA CARAVAN |
| Access | 15-minute walk from JR Zushi Station or Keikyu Zushi-Hayama Station |
| Tickets | On sale from March 30, 2025, via official website |
🎞 Film Screening Schedule (Tentative)
| Date | Film Title | Genre & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 25 (Fri) | Opening Film (TBA) | A special screening to kick off the festival |
| Apr 26 (Sat) | GRIOT | Music documentary (West Africa to NYC) |
| Apr 27 (Sun) | Sakana no Ko | Family feature, starring Non (KIDS DAY) |
| Apr 28 (Mon) | TBA | Under adjustment |
| Apr 29 (Tue, Holiday) | Gadjo Dilo | YOUTH CULTURE DAY: Romani music culture |
| Apr 30 (Wed) | TBA | Under adjustment |
| May 1 (Thu) | TBA | Under adjustment |
| May 2 (Fri) | Beyond “documenta fifteen” | Live music-accompanied documentary |
| May 3–6 (Sat–Tue) | TBA | Films to be announced; closing film on the final day |
⏰ Showtimes: Around sunset (6:30 PM – 7:00 PM)
📢 Weather may affect schedule—check the official site or Instagram for updates.
🎟️ Ticket Information
- General Admission: ¥3,000 (Advance sales only)
- Zushi Residents: ¥1,500 (Limited same-day tickets with ID)
- Junior High & Younger: Free (Student ID required for junior high students)
⚠️ No same-day tickets for general admission. Advance purchase required.
Resident discount tickets are limited and sold on-site only.
Daily Themed Events & Special Programs
👨👩👧 KIDS DAY｜April 27 (Sun)
- Screening: Sakana no Ko
- Woodworking workshops
- Kids’ skate competition
- Live human beatbox experience
🎶 YOUTH CULTURE DAY｜April 29 (Tue, Holiday)
- Theme: “SOUND ROOT”
- Live performance by Minyo Crusaders
- Programs exploring the roots of music
🧘♀️ Morning Beach Yoga
- Dates: April 26, 29 / May 3, 5
- Instructor: Waka Nozawa & more
- Refresh your body and mind to the sound of the waves.
Food, Art & Fun by the Shore
- Daily food trucks & gourmet stalls
- Art Bazaar featuring crafts, handmade goods, and more
- Skate ramp, merry-go-round, and playful beachside installations
Before You Go: Visitor Tips
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| What to Bring | Picnic sheet, blanket, warm jacket (evenings are cool) |
| Tickets | Advance purchase required (may sell out) |
| Weather Policy | Light rain: event proceeds / Severe weather: canceled (announced on SNS) |
| Access | Public transport recommended (no parking available) |
Summary
Watching a movie with the ocean breeze on your face is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you won’t find in the city. This Golden Week, take a cultural journey by the sea at the Zushi Beach Film Festival 2025. Let nature, art, and storytelling move your soul.
🎟 Get your tickets & full details here: zushifilm.com
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＞＞【2025年最新】「逗子海岸映画祭2025」がGWに開幕！CINEMA CARAVANによる“海辺のシネマ”体験！
I love the vibe of Shonan the most in all of Japan.
I really want to learn surfing soon! (I say this every year, lol)
Hobbies: Watching soccer, driving, going to saunas, and anime.
