Film Production Company
San Roku Ku is a film production company operating in Japan. We provide full production services for international productions, brands and filmmakers filming in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and across Japan.
Our production company combines local Japanese knowledge with international production standards, delivering work that meets both creative and practical requirements.
San Roku Ku is a film production company providing comprehensive production services in Japan for international productions, brands, agencies, and filmmakers. Our team operates from bases in Tokyo and London, giving us a unique position as a Japanese production company with international creative fluency.
We work across the full spectrum of production types: commercials, branded content, documentary projects, film productions, music videos, and editorial shoots. Our services cover everything from initial planning through to final delivery, with a focus on delivering high-quality output that meets international standards.
What makes San Roku Ku different is our understanding of both the Japanese production environment and international creative expectations. We know how Japanese locations work, how to navigate permit systems, how to coordinate bilingual crew, and how to manage the practical realities of filming in Japan. At the same time, we understand what international clients expect from their footage and we plan accordingly.
Our production company in Japan has developed strong relationships with local crew, equipment suppliers, studios, and location managers. This network allows us to assemble the right team for each project and ensure that every aspect of production runs smoothly. We do not simply find you a fixer. We provide genuine production company capabilities on the ground in Japan.
When you work with San Roku Ku as your Japan production company, you get a team that thinks about your creative outcome from the start. We are involved in planning from day one, and our production support is built around achieving the best possible result for your project.
We produce commercials and branded content for international brands and agencies filming in Japan. From concept development through to post-production and delivery, we manage the full production process with attention to creative quality and international standards.
San Roku Ku supports documentary productions filming in Japan, providing production management, location coordination, interpreter support, and on-ground logistics for documentary teams from overseas.
We coordinate music video shoots in Japan, managing the logistics of location access, permits, crew, and logistics for productions that need to capture Japan authentically and efficiently.
Our team supports narrative film and short film productions in Japan, providing production management, location scouting, crew coordination, and practical on-ground support throughout filming.
We manage location scouting and access across Japan, handling negotiations with location owners, permit applications, and the practical arrangements for filming at any location from Tokyo streets to Kyoto temples.
San Roku Ku provides post-production coordination for projects filmed in Japan, including editorial oversight, colour grading, sound design, subtitling, and delivery to international specifications.
San Roku Ku operates as a film production company across all major Japanese production centres, with the ability to coordinate shoots throughout the country.
Tokyo is our primary production base, with access to diverse urban environments and strong connections to equipment suppliers, studios, and crew. We handle all aspects of production coordination from our Tokyo operations.
Kyoto requires specific production expertise due to its concentration of historic sites and cultural locations. San Roku Ku manages filming at temples, geisha districts, and traditional locations through the Kyoto Film Commission and direct location negotiations.
Osaka and the Kansai region provide alternative production environments with distinct visual character. We coordinate shoots across this region with local knowledge and established supplier relationships.
Beyond major cities, San Roku Ku supports productions filming in Hokkaido, Okinawa, the Japanese Alps, coastal regions, and rural locations. We manage the additional logistics these locations require.
Yes. San Roku Ku operates as a film production company in Japan with bases in Tokyo and Kyoto. Our team includes Japanese and bilingual staff who understand the local production environment.
We handle all types of production in Japan, including commercials, branded content, documentary projects, music videos, film productions, and editorial shoots. Our services adapt to the specific requirements of each project.
Yes. San Roku Ku works with both international productions filming in Japan and Japanese brands and agencies. We can produce content in English, Japanese, or bilingual formats depending on your requirements.
We manage the full permit process for filming in Japan, including applications to municipal offices, the Kyoto Film Commission, and private location negotiations. We understand the requirements for each jurisdiction and plan timelines accordingly.
Yes. We source and coordinate Japanese crew who can work effectively with international creative teams. Our crew network covers all production departments and specialist areas.
You can reach us at [email protected] or through our strategy booking form. Provide details about your production including shoot dates, location requirements, and production type, and we will respond with a proposal for our production services.