Chikayo “Chikki” Morijiri Producer/Fixer
Chikki worked on productions for multiple award-winning TV series and films as a local producer, two times Emmy nominations and BAFTA. Chikki is a great story hunter and has faith in promoting diversity about Japanese culture and people who support underneath complicated culture and listen to their voice.You will meet the story you have never heard before with us.
Chikkimedia was founded in 2011 by Chikayo Morijiri, having accumulated over 20 years of production experience working for both Japanese and international networks and news outlets. Chikki has a reputation as one of Japan's most prominent fixers and bilingual producers.
Cherry “Mr.Cherry” Yoshitake Comedian
Mr. Cherry is a Japanese comedian, who holds the highest number of Guinness World Records in Japan. He currently holds 22 world records, such as "Most walnuts crushed by sitting down in 30 seconds" and "Most jello eaten with chopsticks in one minute,” to name a few. His attempts were noticed around the world, and has been invited to the British television show, CBBC’s "Officially Amazing" for three consecutive seasons. He has also attracted attention for a documentary by Vice, in which a television crew followed him attempting the challenges to break world records. Rise and Rise, he never stop challenging records!!!
Nobutaka “Taka” Shiramasa Filmmaker/Director
Taka is an experienced cameraman who has a solid background as a cinema director and photographer. Taka began his career as a lighting specialist and now works as a renowned cameraman for international and national films as well as commercials and television shows. His work for Chikkimedia includes a BAFTA nominated CBBC show "Officially Amazing Seasons 1 and 2", as well as news segments for "VICE News" and "VICE on HBO". Taka is an intelligent, flexible and autonomous filmmaker that you want to have in your team, regardless of the production.
Momo Nagayama Production assistant
Momo has a great passion for meeting people and things and introduce them to people all over Japan and the world. Momo is also a junior detective at Chikkimedia and can find any useful information to work with you to create a great piece of work!
Kohei Kawai Transport and Security Expert
Kohei was trained as a bodyguard in the United States when he was young. He is also an experienced driver. Despite his sturdy pace, Kohei drives cautiously and is a trusted person who volunteers when given logistics in Japan. Despite his limited understanding of English, he can carry a light conversation and supports us with a big heart!
