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Setouchi Ambience | Quiet travel & filming diary from the Seto Inland Sea
Filming Diary

POND5 was the first time my music sold—the day the “sound of rain” recorded at an unmanned train station late at night reached the world

I sold my first sound material on POND5. It's the sound of rain recorded in front of JR Takuma Station late at night using a Portacapture X8 and a BME-200. I'll explain in detail the background of the recording, the equipment used, the selling price, and my realizations
Setouchi Travel

Why we created the "Tour of the Works of Master Kenzo Tange" as an Airbnb Experience: The trajectory of architecture born in Takamatsu and touched by the world

A new Airbnb experience, "Tour of Kenzo Tange's Works," has been launched in Takamatsu. A guide will provide a detailed introduction to the current state of the former Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium, the appeal of the Kagawa Prefectural Office Building, and the background behind the creation of the tour
My Story

An unbelievable event: My aerial footage of the Seto Ohashi Bridge was featured on a Romanian news site

A video I shot of the Great Seto Bridge was featured on the Romanian news site "stiripesurse.ro." I've compiled a summary of how the video was featured in international news reports and why its YouTube CTR soared
My Story

Why was my footage of the Setouchi Inland Sea chosen by television stations around the world?—Events I want to record—Setouchi Relaxation Films' production track record

The footage I have shot of Naoshima in the Seto Inland Sea has attracted attention from domestic and international production companies, including Akira Ikegami's television program, South Korea's E Channel's "하나부터 열까지," and National Geographic. How did the request come about, and what kind of footage attracted their interest? As a creator who has continued to photograph the landscapes of the Seto Inland Sea, I have compiled a record of that experience
Setouchi Travel

Why Naoshima's hard-to-find charms became an Airbnb Experience — with a teaser video

Introducing an Airbnb experience that takes you on a walking tour of Naoshima's hidden artworks and tranquil scenery. This article, along with a teaser video, serves as the gateway to a journey that lets you experience the atmosphere of the island and the locations of the artworks
My Story

- A new challenge starting at age 40 Vol.9 - Hesitation about changing jobs

At age 42, I once again attempted a career change overseas, and I have compiled the thoughts and circumstances that led me to the decision to move to a company in Bangkok. I have carefully recorded the interpersonal conflicts I faced in Malaysia, the reality of my job search, and what I said during my online interview
Setouchi Travel

Setouchi Perspective: A map of the future interpreted by the NYT - Japan lags behind in autonomous driving, but the Setouchi region still has an opportunity

The stagnation of autonomous driving in China and the US and the rise of maritime shipping are progressing. Starting with the NYT, we will analyze the potential of "maritime automation," which Japan should aim for next, using the example of the Seto Inland Sea
My Story

- A new challenge that began at age 40 Vol.8 - After reaching my physical and mental limits in Malaysia, I decided to take a nine-day holiday to Bali

I was 42 years old and had been pushed to my limits as a trainer in Malaysia, but my mind and body were pushed to their limits. I took a nine-day holiday and headed to Bali and Lembongan Island by myself, where I gradually regained myself.
My Story

- A new challenge starting at age 40 Vol.7 - What I realized in Malaysia: "Training people" is harder than I imagined, but it's a job I can't escape.

At the age of 42, he was promoted to trainer at a foreign company in Malaysia. However, what awaited him were failure, loneliness, and interpersonal barriers. He writes about the difficulties of developing people and how, in the end, everyone was able to achieve their goals.
My Story

Why am I writing this blog? Why am I recording the scenery of the Seto Inland Sea?

After living abroad, the author realized the value of the scenery of Japan and the Seto Inland Sea, and writes about why he is writing this blog. He also talks about his photography records and turning points in his life.