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Japan Shines at Locarno: Tabi to Hibi Wins Gold

8/16/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Sho Miyake's film *Tabi to Hibi* won the Pardo d’Oro at the 78th Locarno Film Festival, highlighting Japan's return.
*White Snail* received the Special Jury Prize; Abbas Fahdel won Best Director for *Tales of the Wounded Land*.
The festival emphasized cinema's importance in community building, with awards presented in a scenic Swiss town.

History

Historical Context

The 1960 Cannes Film Festival was a landmark event for global cinema, showcasing international films and enhancing cultural exchange. Akira Kurosawa's *Rashomon* won the Golden Lion, marking Japan's cinematic renaissance. This legacy continues with Sho Miyake's *Tabi to Hibi* at the Locarno Film Festival, highlighting the ongoing significance of film festivals in promoting artistic dialogue and cultural identity.

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Story summary

Sho Miyake's film *Tabi to Hibi* won the Pardo d’Oro at the 78th Locarno Film Festival, highlighting Japan's return.
*White Snail* received the Special Jury Prize; Abbas Fahdel won Best Director for *Tales of the Wounded Land*.
The festival emphasized cinema's importance in community building, with awards presented in a scenic Swiss town.

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