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Full-Service Production Support Across Japan

Looking for world-class production services in Japan? ORBIS Production is your trusted local partner, delivering premium film, video, and photo production support across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hokkaido, Okinawa, and all major regions of Japan.

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As a leading full-service production company, we provide seamless, efficient, and creatively driven solutions for global brands, agencies, broadcasters, and production companies shooting in Japan. From location scouting and permits to casting, crew, equipment, and full production management — we ensure your project is executed with absolute precision, speed, and professionalism.

With over 15 years of global production experience, ORBIS Production is Japan’s trusted full-service partner for international film, video, and photo projects seeking world-class execution in one of the most visually dynamic countries on Earth.

Headquartered in Tokyo and operating across Kyoto, Osaka, Hokkaido, and Okinawa, our Japan team delivers seamless production support for commercials, branded content, fashion campaigns, corporate films, documentaries, and large-scale creative projects. From neon cityscapes and traditional temples to tropical coastlines and snowy mountain regions, we unlock Japan’s most cinematic locations for global brands and creative agencies.

Our bilingual producers, elite Japanese crews, and nationwide network of partners enable us to scale any production — from boutique editorial shoots to high-end global campaigns — with speed, precision, creativity, and the unmistakable excellence Japan is known for.

Full-Service Production Capabilities

Creative & Development

Our creative team forms the backbone of exceptional photo, video, and film production services in Japan. From the first spark of an idea to a fully polished visual treatment, we guide every stage of creative development with precision. Whether you're producing a commercial, branded film, fashion campaign, or corporate video in Japan, we handle concept creation, scriptwriting, storyboarding, art direction, and moodboarding with a meticulous, Japan-tailored approach. We craft compelling narratives and striking visual worlds that align seamlessly with your brand, resonate with audiences locally and globally, and prepare your production for flawless execution across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and beyond.

Concept Development

We develop original concepts tailored to Japan’s unique cultural and visual landscape. Our Tokyo-based creative team shapes strong ideas, themes, and narrative foundations for commercials, fashion campaigns, branded content, and photo productions across Japan.

Scriptwriting

We craft compelling scripts for Japanese and international productions, blending clear storytelling with local cultural nuance. From commercial scripts to branded film narratives, we ensure your messaging resonates across Japan’s diverse audiences.

Storyboarding & Visual Treatments

We create detailed storyboards and cinematic visual treatments for productions in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and beyond. Every frame is pre-visualized to align with the creative direction, ensuring smooth execution on Japanese locations.

Art Direction

We design the complete visual world of your production in Japan — from set builds and wardrobe styling to color palettes, props, and environment curation. Our art directors collaborate with Japanese set designers and stylists to ensure every frame reflects your brand’s aesthetic.

Creative Direction

We oversee the full creative vision for photo, film, and commercial productions across Japan. Our creative directors guide tone, mood, composition, performance, and visual storytelling to elevate your project in Tokyo, Kyoto, and nationwide.

Moodboarding & Style Guides

We develop detailed moodboards and style guides that define the visual identity of your Japan-based production. From fashion references and color themes to lighting direction and set inspiration, we establish a unified creative blueprint for the entire shoot.

Planning & Pre-Production

A successful production begins long before the first frame is captured. At ORBIS Production Japan, we provide comprehensive pre-production planning for photo, video, and film projects across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hokkaido, and Okinawa. From budgeting and scheduling to location permits and legal compliance in Japan, we manage every detail with precision. With bilingual producers, trusted local partners, and a nationwide network, we ensure your project is production-ready — on time, on budget, and fully compliant with Japanese regulations.

Budgeting & Cost Control

We create accurate, transparent budgets tailored to Japan’s unique production landscape. Our Tokyo-based producers optimize costs across locations, crew, permits, equipment, travel, and logistics while maintaining world-class quality.

Bidding & Proposal Support

We support agencies and brands with professional bidding, proposal drafting, and Japan-specific cost structures. Our team prepares clear, competitive bids aligned with Japanese market standards.

Scheduling & Timeline Management

We craft detailed production schedules accounting for Japan’s weather, travel time, lighting conditions, cultural considerations, and permit windows — ensuring your Tokyo, Kyoto, or Osaka shoot runs with precision.

Casting & Talent Coordination

We coordinate top Japanese and international talent through trusted casting agencies. Models, actors, influencers, dancers, real-people casting — all curated for Japan-based productions.

Location Scouting & Permitting (Italy-wide)

We scout Japan’s most cinematic locations — Tokyo rooftops, Kyoto temples, Osaka streets, Hokkaido landscapes, Okinawa beaches — and manage all local permits, applications, and cultural compliance.

Tech Scouting & Pre-light Coordination

We conduct thorough tech scouts and pre-light sessions across studios and locations in Japan. Our crew ensures every setup — lighting, grip, camera, logistics — is ready before shoot day.

Legal, Insurance & Compliance Management

Japan has specific shooting regulations, insurance requirements, and cultural protocols. We handle all legal documentation, public liability coverage, location rules, and compliance for safe and seamless production.

Travel, Accommodation & Logistics

We manage all logistics for Japan-based shoots — local transport, bullet trains, domestic flights, hotel bookings, equipment movement, and crew travel coordination across all regions.

Production Insurance & Risk Management

We secure proper insurance coverage and implement risk-management procedures tailored to Japan’s regulations and locations — especially for coastal, mountain, temple, and aerial productions.

Production Management

When it’s time to shoot, flawless execution becomes everything. ORBIS Production Japan delivers full-scale production management for photo, video, and film shoots across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hokkaido, and Okinawa — ensuring seamless coordination from the first call sheet to the final wrap.

Full-Service Production Coordination

We manage every on-set element — crew, equipment, call sheets, timing, safety, logistics, ensuring your production in Japan runs with absolute precision, speed, and professionalism.

Fixer & Local Crew Services

Our Japanese fixers and local production crews provide essential cultural, linguistic, and logistical support. They ensure smooth communication, fast problem-solving, and efficient operations across all Japanese locations.

On-Set Management & Client Services

We oversee all on-set operations, client hospitality, comfort, and communication. From agency supervision to talent coordination, we ensure a premium, stress-free experience for every Japan-based shoot.

Basecamp Setup & Unit Logistics

We set up and operate full production basecamps in urban, rural, or remote Japanese locations. Tents, power, catering, wardrobe, equipment areas — everything is organized with Japanese-level efficiency.

Multi-Day Shoot Planning

Japan’s diverse landscapes allow fast transitions between locations. We plan multi-day, multi-city shoots with detailed scheduling, transportation routes, local crews, and weather-resistant strategies.

Transportation & Travel Coordination

We coordinate all travel logistics across Japan — crew vans, equipment trucks, shinkansen travel, domestic flights, ferries, and hotel arrangements. Every move is planned with maximum efficiency.

Equipment & Studio Services

ORBIS Production provides access to the most advanced equipment rental and studio facilities for film, video, and photo productions across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hokkaido, and Okinawa. From high-end cameras and precision lighting to aerial drones, underwater rigs, and LED virtual production stages — every tool is available to elevate your Japan-based production, supported by expert technicians and full-service coordination.

Camera Rental

Access top-tier cinema and photography cameras in Tokyo and Osaka, including ARRI, RED, Sony, Canon, Nikon, and medium-format systems — ideal for fashion, commercial, and film productions across Japan.

Lens Rental

Choose from a premium selection of Leica, Zeiss, Canon L-Series, Sigma Art, Fujinon, and anamorphic lenses — perfect for capturing Japan’s diverse landscapes and detailed close-ups.

Lighting & Grip Rental

We supply Profoto, Broncolor, ARRI, Aputure, Nanlux, and full grip packages for studio and on-location shoots across Japan. Perfect for fashion, beauty, commercial, and cinematic productions.

Audio Equipment

Professional audio kits for interviews, documentaries, commercials, and film productions — including boom mics, lavaliers, recorders, mixers, and Japanese on-set sound technicians.

Motion Control & Cable Cam Systems

Robotic arms, motion control rigs, and cable cam systems ideal for precision shots, product work, beauty campaigns, and high-end commercial productions in Japan.

Crane & Jib Systems

We provide cranes, jibs, and remote heads for dynamic camera movement — perfect for large-scale commercial shoots, music videos, and film productions across Japan.

Slider & Dolly Systems

Linear sliders, dollies, and track systems for smooth motion during studio and location shoots throughout Tokyo, Kyoto, and nationwide.

Drone & Aerial Filming

DJI Inspire 3, Mavic 3 Cine, FPV drones, and licensed Japanese pilots for aerial filming across Tokyo skylines, Kyoto temples, Hokkaido mountains, and Okinawa coasts.

Underwater Filming Setup

Nauticam housings and underwater rigs for shoots in Okinawa, Izu, and coastal Japanese regions — ideal for swimwear, tourism, lifestyle, and conceptual fashion campaigns.

Green Screen Studio Rental

We offer green screen sound stages and chroma studios in Tokyo for commercials, VFX-heavy shoots, and global campaigns requiring clean composite plates.

LED Wall & Virtual Production Stage

Japan’s cutting-edge LED volume stages for immersive virtual production — perfect for automotive, fashion, commercial, and narrative shoots needing photoreal backgrounds.

Studio & Set Construction

We design and build custom sets for photo and film productions in Japan — from minimal Japanese interiors to large commercial constructions, complete with props and art department support.

Crew Services

ORBIS Production provides access to the country’s most experienced, reliable, and internationally aligned film, video, and photo crews. Handpicked for excellence, technical mastery, and creative precision, our Japanese teams deliver world-class results across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hokkaido, and Okinawa. Every role — from director to assistant — is covered with professionalism, efficiency, and deep local expertise.

Directors

We work with top Japanese and international directors versed in fashion, commercials, branded content, documentaries, and film productions across Japan’s unique landscapes and cultural settings.

DOP and Camera Operators

Our Japan-based DOPs and camera operators bring expert knowledge of lighting, movement, and Japanese locations. They shoot across Tokyo studios, Kyoto exteriors, Osaka rooftops, and nationwide environments.

1st Assistant Camera

Highly skilled ACs ensure flawless focus pulling, camera support, equipment prep, and on-set efficiency — essential for fast-paced shoots in Japan’s urban and natural environments.

Gaffers, Grips & Electricians

Our Japanese gaffers, grips, and lighting technicians deliver precise setups using industry-leading lighting systems — ensuring consistent visual quality for photo and film productions across Japan.

Stylists, HMU, Wardrobe

We coordinate Japan’s top fashion stylists, hair and makeup artists, and wardrobe teams for fashion campaigns, editorials, commercials, and beauty productions.

Set Designers & Art Directors

Our Japanese art directors and set designers build culturally authentic, stylistically modern, or fully bespoke visual environments tailored to your creative direction.

Sound Engineers & Boom Ops

Professional sound crews capture pristine audio for interviews, branded films, documentaries, and commercial productions across Japan.

Drone Pilots & FPV Specialists

Licensed Japanese drone pilots and FPV specialists capture aerial and dynamic chase shots across Tokyo, Kyoto, Hokkaido, Okinawa, and remote regions.

Production Assistants & Line Producers

Our PAs and line producers ensure seamless operations, managing logistics, schedules, communication, and on-set workflows with Japanese efficiency and precision.

Digital Imaging Technician

DITs maintain perfect image quality, continuity, backups, color pipelines, and tech workflow for digital productions in Japan.

Script Supervisors & Continuity

Experienced script supervisors track continuity, dialogue, timing, and shot details — essential for multi-day film and commercial productions in Japan.

Teleprompter Operator

Our teleprompter operators support interviews, corporate films, and broadcast productions, ensuring flawless on-camera delivery in English, Japanese, or bilingual formats.

Event Production Services

From global summits to brand launches and high-profile corporate events, ORBIS Production delivers world-class event video, broadcast, and hybrid production services across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Yokohama, Nagoya, and nationwide. With multi-camera setups, live streaming solutions, LED stages, and on-site editing, we ensure your event looks flawless on-screen and runs seamlessly from start to finish.

Live Event Video Coverage

We provide multi-camera filming for conferences, summits, ceremonies, award shows, and corporate events across Japan. Our Japanese crews capture every moment with precision, clarity, and broadcast-ready quality.

Hybrid & Virtual Event Setup

We design and operate hybrid and virtual events that connect global audiences with speakers in Japan. From Tokyo studios to on-location streaming hubs, we handle all technical, creative, and digital infrastructure.

Live Streaming & Broadcast Integration

We offer reliable live streaming on YouTube, LinkedIn, Vimeo, Zoom, and custom platforms — with multi-camera switching, graphics, broadcast audio, and redundancy systems for Japan-based events.

Press Conference & Launch Event Support

We manage full production support for press events, product launches, and media activations in Tokyo and nationwide — including staging, lighting, audio, streaming, and multilingual coordination.

Red Carpet, Fashion Week, Corporate Summit Coverage

We capture red carpets, VIP arrivals, brand activations, fashion week shows, and high-level corporate summits throughout Japan with premium event cinematography.

LED Wall, AV & Stage Setup

We provide LED walls, AV systems, stage design, lighting rigs, projection, and technical staging for events of all sizes across Japan — from gala stages to corporate keynotes.

Simultaneous Translation & Subtitling

We support international audiences with real-time translation, multilingual subtitling, interpretation booths, and bilingual technical staff for events anywhere in Japan.

On-Site Editing & Same-Day Highlights

Our on-site editors deliver same-day highlights, social media cuts, and real-time content for corporate and public events. Fast turnaround, broadcast quality.

Teleprompter Services & Speaker Support

We provide professional teleprompter systems, operators, and rehearsal support for speakers, executives, and presenters at live and hybrid events across Japan.

Post-Production

ORBIS Production delivers high-end post-production services for film, video, social content, commercials, and corporate communications. Our Tokyo-based and remote global teams craft polished, broadcast-ready content with a meticulous Japanese attention to detail. From editing and VFX to localization and versioning, we ensure every asset is creatively refined, technically flawless, and ready for global distribution across any platform.

Editing (Commercial, Corporate, Social, Narrative)

Our editors shape compelling narratives for commercials, brand films, documentaries, and social campaigns, using workflows optimized for Japan’s production standards and international delivery formats.

Color Grading

We offer expert color grading using DaVinci Resolve and leading Japanese post-production pipelines. Perfect for fashion, beauty, automotive, and commercial projects seeking a cinematic finish.

Sound Design & Audio Mixing

From studio-grade sound mixing to immersive sound design, our Japanese audio teams create rich, broadcast-quality audio for films, commercials, and digital campaigns.

VFX, Motion Graphics & Compositing

We create high-end VFX, motion graphics, cleanup, tracking, and compositing for commercials, brand content, and narrative film projects produced in Japan.

Subtitle Creation & Localization

We produce accurate Japanese and multilingual subtitles with cultural localization — ideal for global campaigns, corporate communications, and international releases.

Multilingual Versioning & Voiceover

Japanese, English, and multilingual voiceover, dubbing, and versioning services for worldwide distribution. All recorded using professional Tokyo audio studios.

Mastering for Web, Broadcast & Social

We deliver platform-specific masters for TV, cinema, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and corporate networks — optimized for Japanese and international standards.

Remote Collaboration & Cloud-Based Workflow

Our cloud-based workflow lets clients collaborate in real time from anywhere in the world, with secure Japanese servers ensuring fast, reliable, and protected data handling.

Social Cutdowns & Platform-Specific Adaptations

We craft dynamic social edits, vertical formats, performance assets, and creative cutdowns optimized for campaigns targeting Japanese and global markets.

Specialized Support

Producing in Japan requires more than creative vision — it demands deep local expertise, cultural sensitivity, and precise regulatory compliance. ORBIS Production Japan provides specialized support services to ensure your production is protected, compliant, and flawlessly executed across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hokkaido, Okinawa, and all major regions. From multilingual logistics to aviation compliance and safety, we manage all complex behind-the-scenes details so you can stay fully focused on the creative.

Tax Credit & Cash Rebate Consulting

We provide production-focused guidance to navigate Japan’s regulatory environment, offering clarity on documentation, requirements, and best practices for smooth financial management during Japan-based shoots.

Budget Oversight & Financial Reporting

Our team manages transparent budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting tailored to Japan’s production standards — ensuring accountability and full clarity for agencies and global brands.

Traffic Management & City Permit Acquisition

We handle traffic control, police coordination, road closures, and city permit acquisition in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and nationwide — essential for street shoots, commercial filming, and large production days.

COVID Compliance & On-Set Safety

We implement Japan-compliant safety protocols, health guidelines, and on-set medical coordination to protect cast, crew, and clients across all production environments.

Licensing & Talent Releases

We prepare and manage talent releases, location contracts, licensing documents, and usage rights agreements aligned with Japanese legal standards.

Translation & Multilingual Crew Support

Our bilingual and multilingual production teams ensure seamless communication for international clients. We offer English–Japanese translation, interpreting, and cross-cultural production coordination.

Drone Permissions & Aviation Compliance

Japan has strict aerial filming rules. We secure drone permits, coordinate with aviation authorities, and provide licensed Japanese drone pilots for safe and legal aerial work.

Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Production Coordination

We support eco-conscious productions with sustainable set practices, waste reduction, local sourcing, carbon-minimal logistics, and Japan-specific environmental compliance.

VIP & Talent Concierge Services

We provide white-glove concierge support for VIPs, executives, talent, and celebrity clients — including transport, privacy protection, personal handlers, and discreet on-set service across Japan.

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What Sets Us Apart

Discover the advantages that make ORBIS Production the most trusted full-service production company in Japan.From world-class Japanese crews to iconic locations, high-end logistics, and seamless support for international brands, we deliver unmatched expertise for film, video, and photo productions across Japan.

Unrivaled Production Expertise

With over 15 years of global experience and hundreds of successful international productions, ORBIS Production leads Japan’s creative industry in delivering world-class film, video, and photo production services. Our Tokyo-based team combines cinematic artistry with Japanese precision, ensuring every project — from commercials to fashion campaigns — achieves exceptional visual and technical results.

Access to Exclusive Locations

Our nationwide network covers Tokyo’s futuristic skylines, Kyoto’s temples, Osaka’s vibrant streets, Okinawa’s tropical coasts, and Hokkaido’s breathtaking natural landscapes. We secure access to Japan’s most cinematic and hard-to-reach locations for commercials, branded content, films, editorials, and luxury campaigns — delivering the perfect backdrop for every creative vision.

Full-Service Support for International Productions

From location permits and casting to logistics, crew management, and on-set operations, we offer complete end-to-end production services across Japan. ORBIS ensures seamless coordination for international teams, enabling you to shoot with confidence, cultural alignment, professional support, and industry-leading efficiency anywhere in Japan.

Elite Crews, Talent & Equipment

We collaborate with award-winning directors, DOPs, camera operators, HMU teams, stylists, gaffers, and production crews across Japan — all equipped with ARRI, RED, Sony, Profoto, and Zeiss technologies. From Tokyo studio shoots to Kyoto heritage settings, mountain environments, or ocean productions, ORBIS guarantees top-tier talent, cutting-edge equipment, and uncompromising quality on every project.