The Yamagata Creative Cities International Conference was held by inviting focal points of domestic or overseas Creative Cities and various speakers from the film industry, holding symposiums themed on film and creative cities, reflecting on the creativity and possibilities found in film culture and sustainable development. It aims to help citizens recognize the role of culture in the city’s sustainable development, discuss how creativity can contribute to the creation of sustainable cities and promote understanding of the UCCN. Furthermore, Yamagata sees this as an opportunity for citizens to build awareness as members of the international community and share a vision of working together on social issues.