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Japan's Series Drama Projects Go Global — Overseas Pitching Support Program "Japan Drama First Look: Co-Pro Pitch" Launched; Briefing Session for BCWW (Korea) Program Applications to Be Held on May 21

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Published May 12, 2026 8:30 PM ・ Updated Jun 22, 2026 12:12 AM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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The Japan Institute for Overseas Promotional Activities for Visual Industry (VIPO) has launched "Japan Drama First Look: Co-Pro Pitch," an overseas pitching support program for series drama projects.
As its first phase, a briefing session for the BCWW (Broadcast World Wide) program in Korea will be held online on May 21, inviting producers and directors to participate.

The Japan Institute for Overseas Promotional Activities for Visual Industry (VIPO) has launched "Japan Drama First Look: Co-Pro Pitch," an overseas pitching support program for series drama projects. As its first phase, a briefing session for the BCWW (Broadcast World Wide) program in Korea will be held online on May 21, inviting producers and directors to participate.

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Published: May 12, 2026

The Japan Institute for Overseas Promotional Activities for Visual Industry (VIPO; Chairman: Takemasa Matsutani; Location: Chuo-ku, Tokyo) is launching "Japan Drama First Look: Co-Pro Pitch," an overseas pitching support program for series drama projects. This initiative aims to diversify funding for international co-productions and production costs with overseas broadcasters and streaming service providers, as part of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' 2026 project, "Survey on Diversification of Funding for Live-Action Content."

This program will offer opportunities to pitch Japanese series drama projects at three leading international content markets in Asia and Europe: BCWW (Korea), TCCF (Taiwan), and Series Mania (France). It will also provide training sessions in preparation for these pitches. As the first phase of this program, a briefing session for project applications targeting BCWW (Broadcast World Wide), Asia's largest broadcasting and visual content market held in Seoul, Korea (September 14-16, 2026), will be held online from 2:00 PM on Thursday, May 21.

Producers and directors from domestic program production companies and broadcasters who are interested in Japan-Korea co-production of series dramas are encouraged to participate.

Outline of the Briefing Session for Overseas Pitching Support Program for Series Drama Projects (BCWW, Korea)

[Date and Time] May 21, 2026 (Thursday) 14:00-15:00 [Method] Online (ZOOM) [Content] ・Overview of the "Japan Drama First Look: Co-Pro Pitch" overseas pitching support program for series drama projects ・Explanation of the application schedule and required documents for the BCWW program ・Information on pitch training and travel support ・Q&A session [Application Deadline] May 20, 2026 (Wednesday) 17:00

Click here to apply for the briefing session.

*The latest information on this program will be sequentially released on this special website.

[Contact Information] Japan Institute for Overseas Promotional Activities for Visual Industry (VIPO) Overseas Pitching Support Office Email: [email protected] *When inquiring, please specify "BCWW: Briefing Session Inquiry" in the subject line.

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FAQ

When and how can producers apply for the BCWW program under the Japan Drama First Look: Co-Pro Pitch, including the deadline and briefing session details?

Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on May 20 2026, and the briefing session will be held online via ZOOM on May 21 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM JST.

Which three international content markets will the Japan Drama First Look: Co-Pro Pitch program target for series drama pitches, and in which countries are they located?

The program will offer pitching opportunities at BCWW in Seoul, Korea; TCCF in Taiwan; and Series Mania in France, providing exposure across Asian and European content markets.

Who is the chairman of the Japan Institute for Overseas Promotional Activities for Visual Industry (VIPO) that launched the Co‑Pro Pitch program, and where is the organization based?

The chairman of VIPO, the Japan Institute for Overseas Promotional Activities for Visual Industry, is Takemasa Matsutani, and the organization is headquartered in Chuo‑ku, Tokyo.

What is the broader government initiative linked to the Japan Drama First Look: Co‑Pro Pitch, including its official name and the year it targets?

The Co‑Pro Pitch program is part of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications’ 2026 project titled “Survey on Diversification of Funding for Live‑Action Content,” aimed at expanding financing sources for Japanese series drama.

Beyond pitching opportunities, what specific types of support will participants receive from the overseas pitching support program for series drama projects?

Participants will receive pitch‑training sessions, travel‑support assistance, detailed explanations of application schedules and required documents, and a dedicated Q&A segment during the online briefing.

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