Konomi Festival in Basel (April 27 & 29): Experience Japanese Short Films & Sake Pairing
Following last year’s success, we are excited to announce a two-day event pairing Japanese sake with short films directed by Japanese filmmakers from SSFF & ASIA! This special event will take place during the “Konomi Festival,” a celebration of Japanese culture held in Basel, Switzerland.
⭐ Day 1: April 27th – “Between Screen and Encounter” (Zwischen Bildschirm und Begegnung) The first evening features four selected short films that explore the growth and daily lives of young people in Japan. These works depict the contrast between metropolitan and provincial life, digital distractions, and the warmth found in personal proximity—a portrayal of the shifting emotions in modern Japanese youth. Event Details & Tickets
- “Bowl Meets Girl” – Directed by Shunta Seki
- “Fascinating Fossil– Directed by Yusuke Hiza
- “Staring after School” – Directed by Hiroki Sato
- “The place before daybreak“ – Directed by Sara Masuda
⭐ Day 2: April 29th – “Weird and Wonderful” The second evening showcases four films under the theme “Weird and Wonderful.” Spanning genres from sci-fi and musicals to drama and horror, these works offer unique perspectives on labor, desire, guilt, fear, and the feeling of not fitting into prescribed societal structures. Event Details & Tickets
- “Delivery Health (the escort)” – Directed by Mirai Moriyama
- “EYE KNOW” – Directed by Shuji Ikeda
- “Faaawww!!!” – Directed by Koji Oniki
- “Human Farm” – Directed by Gentoku Yamada
Event Overview
■ Dates & Times: Monday, April 27, 2026 | 18:30 – 20:00 Wednesday, April 29, 2026 | 18:30 – 20:00
■ Venue: Stadtkino Basel (Klostergasse 5, 4051 Basel)
■ Tickets:
- April 27th: Purchase Here
- April 29th: Purchase Here