18th Japan Film Professional Awards
The 18th Japan Film Professional Awards is the 18th edition of the Japan Film Professional Awards. Films of 2008 were eligible, with a focus on independent works not released by major distribution companies. An award ceremony did not take place.
Awards
- Best Film: Kiss
- Best Director: Kōji Wakamatsu
- Best Actress: Eiko Koike
- Best Actor: Tatsuya Fujiwara
- Best New Director: Kenji Nakanishi
- Best Distinguished Service: Takeo Kimura
- Special: Kenichi Matsuyama
- Special: