This week, we have Chiaki Yanagimoto back on the show, a Japanese-born, Los Angeles-based producer of award-winning features. Chiaki has produced multiple cross-cultural documentaries, including “KAMPAI! For the Love of Sake,” which premiered at the San Sebastian International Film Festival and was released by IFC Films/Sundance Selects. Her first directorial feature, “AUM: The Cult at the End of the World,” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, and after its North American theatrical distribution last year, it is now awaiting release in Japan. She is also a founder of SAKKA, a global distribution hub for Japanese independent films. As a unique creative force, she is currently developing international documentaries and scripted films under her own Synepic Entertainment. We’re thrilled to have her on the show!
In this entertainment industry-focused version of Japan Expert Insights, Michael William Foster and co-host Maya Matsuoka will explore the multifaceted world of Japanese entertainment, culture, and industry trends. We’ll feature in-depth discussions every other week with leading experts who offer valuable perspectives on the latest developments and timeless aspects of Japan’s entertainment landscape.