[Call for Applications] "Japan Drama First Look" Planning Recruitment for Series Drama Overseas Pitching Support Program for "TCCF," Asia's Largest International Content Market Held in Taiwan

The Organization for Promoting the Motion Picture Industry (VIPO) (Representative Director: Takamasa Matsutani, Chuo-ku, Tokyo) has launched the series drama planning overseas pitching support program "Japan Drama First Look: Co-Pro Pitch" in May. This program aims to diversify funding for international co-production and production costs with overseas broadcasters and distributors, as part of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' FY2026 "Survey on Diversification of Real Content Financing" project.

This program offers opportunities to pitch Japanese series drama projects at three major international content markets representing Asia and Europe: "BCWW (South Korea)" (application closed in June), "TCCF (Taiwan)," and "Series Mania (France)," along with providing training for these pitches.

As the second initiative, we are opening applications on July 2 (Thu) for opportunities to pitch 10 Japanese series drama projects at "TCCF (Taiwan Creative Content Fest)," Asia's largest international creative content market, to be held in Taiwan from November 6 (Fri) to 9 (Mon), 2026.

We welcome applications from producers and directors aiming for international co-production and funding with overseas broadcasters and distributors.

* If you wish to view the archived video of the application briefing session held on July 2, please apply from the link below. A viewing link will be sent at a later date.

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Purpose of "Japan Drama First Look: Co-Pro Pitch" The purpose is to promote the diversification of production costs, such as international co-production with overseas broadcasters and distributors and investment from financial institutions, towards production from an overseas market perspective utilizing external funds, and the creation of diverse intellectual property including by small and medium-sized businesses.

About Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF) Taiwan Organized by the Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) with the support of Taiwan's Ministry of Culture, this is one of Asia's largest international creative content markets. Last year (2025), buyers, investors, and distribution platform operators from 35 countries worldwide attended, and its influence is growing as an event connecting content production with talent, funding, and business opportunities. TCCF Official Website: https://www.tccf.tw/en

2026 Taiwan Creative Content Fest (2026 TCCF) Overview

[Location/Venue] Taiwan / Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2, 7F

[Dates] November 6 (Fri), 2026 - November 9 (Mon), 2026 (Participants in this program will be required to stay on-site from November 6 (Fri) to November 9 (Mon).)

Features of the Second Initiative "TCCF (Taiwan)" Program

Comprehensive support will be provided to the producers, directors, etc., of the 10 selected projects: 1. Pre-Pitch Training (4 sessions total) Specialized training will be conducted to refine pitching techniques and pitch decks. *Please refer to the application guidelines for dates. 2. Series Drama Project Pitching at 2026 TCCF We have allocated slots for 10 Japanese series drama projects aiming for international co-production and funding to pitch at "TCCF" (November 6 [Fri] - 9 [Mon], 2026) held in Taiwan. Pitches will be conducted in English. There will be no Q&A. 3. Matching Support Networking sessions will be held to facilitate interaction with producers, investors, and platform operators from around the world. Interpretation services (Japanese-English) will be provided.

Application Overview (Excerpt)

Please download and review the application guidelines from the application website.

*Target Audience: Drama producers and directors working for domestic program production companies, broadcasters, etc. (including junior staff such as assistant producers and assistant directors) who have series drama projects in development and aim for collaboration with overseas production companies, etc. * Teams of multiple members (up to 3 people) can participate in the pre-training and pitching seminars.

*Target Projects: Series dramas composed of 4 or more episodes, with each episode approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour long (guideline). * Short dramas and vertical dramas are not eligible. * Both original projects and projects based on existing works are acceptable. If based on an existing work, rights for adaptation must be secured at the time of application, or agreement for project development must be obtained from the original author (publisher, etc.).

*Application Deadline: August 7, 2026 (Fri) noon

*Number of Projects to be Selected: Up to approximately 10 projects If an applicant (or team representative) is applying for multiple projects, and both projects meet the selection criteria, only the project with the higher evaluation will be selected (e.g., if Project A is evaluated higher than Project B, Project A will be selected).

*Application Requirements 1. The applicant (or representative if applying as a team) must be affiliated with a domestic program production company, broadcaster, etc. 2. The applicant must be able to participate in the entire program of "Pre-Training" and "Pitching Seminar" (if participating as a team, at least one member must be able to participate). 3. The project must be a series drama. 4. A producer must be assigned to the project. 5. The project must be in the development or pre-production stage (before principal photography). Projects already receiving other production support are eligible, but projects with all production funds secured cannot apply, as this program aims to diversify funding sources.

*Required Documents and Application Method Please download the application guidelines and application form from the application website for details. Submit the following items 1 to 5: 1 Submit by filling out the Google Form. 2 to 5 can be downloaded from the application website link below (Excel and Word file formats), filled out, and submitted via email. 1 Application Form (Applicant basic information, production system requirements, etc.) 2 Project Information Input Form (Japanese/English bilingual: Project basic information, statement, biography, production schedule, production budget, project exit strategy, etc.) 3 Japanese Treatment Input Form 4 English Treatment Input Form 5 Confirmation Letter from Supervisor of Affiliated Organization

Click here for the application website URL

* Information sessions and application guidelines for "Series Mania (France)" will also be posted on the application website as they become available.

[Contact Information] Organization for Promoting the Motion Picture Industry (VIPO) Overseas Pitching Support Secretariat Email: pitching@vipo.or.jp * When inquiring, please clearly state "TCCF: Inquiry" in the subject line.