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Japan Fixer in Spanish & English — Pre-production, scouting and film coordination in Tokyo
WHO WE ARE
WHO WE ARE

With over 24 years of experience as a Spanish-speaking fixer in Japan, our company provides full support for the pre-production and film coordination in English and Spanish for projects of any scale: documentaries, reality shows, TV programs and news reports throughout Japan.

24 years

producing content

over 400

satisfied clients

over 4,000

projects completed

Based in Tokyo with a bilingual production team, we handle all aspects of production in Japan, including local staff coordination, casting, accommodation, local transport, camera and equipment rental, and translation services, among others.

We can also handle complex requests such as location scouting, obtaining filming permits, interview negotiations and more. From project management to direction, coordination, production, shooting, post-production and delivery, we collaborate in creating content adaptable to any platform.

We are not only engaged in coordination and pre-production, but also specialize in multilingual content production both domestically and internationally, leveraging over two decades of extensive experience and our broad network throughout Japan and around the world. As such, we are also fully capable of producing content remotely under any circumstances.

For more detailed information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Eugenio Tsukamoto — Founder of ActAdvent Inc.
Spanish — native Japanese — native English — fluent
Founder & CEO

Eugenio Tsukamoto

ActAdvent Inc. — Tokyo, Japan

Colombian-Japanese, born and raised in Colombia, Eugenio holds a degree in Social Communication (Pontificia Universidad Javeriana), was a visiting researcher on a scholarship from the Japanese Ministry of Education at Nihon University's College of Arts — Film Studies, and later became a Fulbright Scholar with a Master's in Digital Media from NYU Steinhardt. Before settling in Japan, he worked in film, television and press in Colombia, with credits in feature films awarded at international festivals.

He founded ActAdvent Inc. in 2002 and has spent over 30 years connecting the Latin American audiovisual industry with Japan — a unique trajectory no other fixer in the country can offer.

Our Services

01Preliminary Research

We specialize in content research across various formats, from television programs to digital content. We cover a wide range of genres including politics, economy, science and technology, history, fashion, culture, sports and entertainment. Prior to each production, we conduct thorough preliminary research to ensure all necessary information is provided for each project.

02Planning and Direction

We stand out for our flexibility and commitment to your project. We do not limit ourselves to simple coordination; we are here to actively support everything from idea generation for existing projects to detailed planning of new proposals.

03Location Scouting

We carefully select locations that perfectly match the vision of each project. We conduct exhaustive research and precise searches to find the ideal venues for each filming or photography session.

04Interview Negotiation

We coordinate all stages of shoots and interviews, including negotiations with all parties involved. Our coordination team manages schedules, translations, on-site assistance and provides full support for all location and filming needs, from transportation to material acquisition during your stay.

05Permits Management

We handle the entire process of applying for filming and photography permits at public facilities, managing all procedures to ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience.

06Local Staff Selection and Hiring

We coordinate all the personnel required for each project, from translators to technical crew, extras, talents, models and more.

07Accommodation and Logistics Management

We take care of all arrangements related to accommodation, restaurants, catering and any other logistical needs that may arise during the stay.

08Local Transport Organisation

We manage local transport within the country, including vehicles such as location buses, to ensure your team reaches wherever they need to be safely and on time.

09Equipment Rental Management

We work closely with local suppliers to secure camera and technical equipment rental contracts. We offer plans and estimates that optimise the profitability of each project.

10Drone Filming and Photography

We manage drone filming or photography, including hiring operators, obtaining the necessary permits, and handling any other related aspects.

We are attentive to your requests and requirements to formulate concrete proposals based on more detailed discussions.

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PORTFOLIO FEATURED PROJECTS

01

FUERA DE COBERTURA

SPAIN Producciones Imposibles · CUATRO

Fuera de Cobertura — imagen 1
Fuera de Cobertura — imagen 2

2 episodes · 50 min approx.

Toyoko Kids · Elderly Prisoners in Japan

An investigative reporting programme broadcast in Spain, directed by Alejandra Andrade, exploring social realities, conflicts and hard-to-access international issues through immersive journalism and direct testimonies.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Pre-investigation
  • Contact with individuals related to the topic
  • Location scouting
  • Filming permits
  • Production logistics
02

EL CAPITÁN EN JAPÓN

SPAIN Proamagna · Atres Media

El Capitán en Japón — imagen 1
El Capitán en Japón — imagen 2

8 episodes · 50 min approx.

Spanish former footballer Joaquín Sánchez and his family travel across Japan, discovering the cosmopolitan side of Tokyo and Osaka, and the traditional one of Kyoto and Takayama. Landscapes at the foot of Mount Fuji, living alongside Buddhist monks in Koyasan, exotic gastronomy and the beaches of Okinawa.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Pre-production
  • Location scouting
  • Filming permits
  • Production logistics
  • Negotiation of tie-ups and collaboration agreements with brands and venues
  • Drone filming
03

SHIBARI

MÉXICO Zebra Studio

In post-production
Shibari — imagen 1
Shibari — imagen 2

Documentary about a Shibari master dealing with terminal cancer.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Recording crew
  • Technical staff
04

TOKYO 2020 — OLYMPIC COVERAGE

COLOMBIA Embassy of Colombia in Japan

Tokyo 2020 Olympics — Embassy of Colombia production
Tokyo 2020 Olympics — on-site production team Japan

Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games · Events and activities

With most Colombian journalists unable to travel due to the pandemic, we served as the local production team for the Embassy of Colombia during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, covering Colombia-related activations and delivering pre-recorded downloadable video packages for media outlets in Colombia to use freely.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Production and filming of events and activations
  • Coverage of the Shibuya Crossing screen takeover
  • Editing and post-production
  • Distribution of downloadable video packages

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