Tokyo International Comedy Festival 2025
Top comedy performances at the Tokyo International Comedy Festival. Check out the names and check out the shows from September 11 to September 21.
Noche de Comedia Latina 5
¡RISA o PLOMO!
Un show de STANDUP en ESPAÑOL en Japón. Hecho por LATINOS — esta es la quinta edición. ¡Música, mucha risa, tragos y más!
How to Chill Out in Central Tokyo
Soak in stunning sunsets, savor romantic yakatabune dinner cruises, stroll sandy beaches, marvel at the iconic Gundam, and snap pics with the quirky Statue of Liberty replica. Dive into Odaiba’s fascinating history, get insider tips on must-see spots, and discover top activities like drifting and shopping.
The Car Your Cat Will Love
In this concept video, we take on the challenge of creating a consistent, recurring character in AI-generated video — difficult with the current set of tools. Inspired by a dear colleague’s obsession with the rugged charm of the UAZ, we set out to make a concept commercial that blends off-road grit with unexpected softness: a UAZ lovingly redesigned to be comfortable… for cats.
How to Stay Safe in Tokyo’s Red-Light District
We show the uniquely Japanese kinds of danger even foreigners can sometimes fall into - problems with Yakuza gangsters, hosts and hostesses - trouble that you can get when filming professionally or just trying to have a good time… And we’ll give pointers how to avoid it - worth knowing, because otherwise Kabukicho is a really fun night out and a ‘must visit’ place!
Open Mic Latino: 3D Bar Meguro
Ven a probar tu comedia, chistes, chismes o historias interesantes. Contaremos con comediantes de toda Latinoamérica en el corazón de Tokio.
Nissan Leaf B-Roll
B-roll footage our team captured of the all-new third-generation Nissan LEAF—an electric vehicle reimagined with significantly greater range, faster charging, and advanced technology features including a streamlined 3-in-1 powertrain and enhanced driver-assistance systems.
Leagues Cup: Liga MX vs MLS
Soccer competition between MLS and Liga MX teams for the Leagues Cup title. I discuss the format, international stars, and games to watch.
Fujinon Promo
For the release of their new 25-1000mm lens, I handled the camera work for the Japan segments in Fujinon’s promo video.
The Truth About AI Generated Video
What happens when AI has to meet commercial video demands? Miles, CEO of Tokyo-based production company Virgin Earth, sits down with directors John and Free to issue a bold challenge: Can you generate a professional-level commercial video using Google’s VEO 3, and stay on message? What follows is a raw, unscripted look at how artists think and adapt when technology has its own mind.
Sustainability simplified
As director, I led the Nissan production team in filming children learning about sustainability by participating in workshops with Nissan engineers and designers. The episodes show these young minds exploring complex topics like resource scarcity and sustainable solutions through hands-on activities.
How a TikTok Video Turned Into a Japanese Zombie Movie
What started with a viral TikTok led to a narrative film backed by Japan’s biggest movie studio. This behind-the-scenes look at Frail reveals how a Cannes-winning TikTok short became the genesis of a high school zombie film for cinematic release—produced by Virgin Earth and funded by Toho Studios.
Chelsea vs PSG
Chelsea upset the favorites PSG in the final and made sore losers out of champions. It was a long time coming for Chelsea to show they are one of the best teams in Europe and the world, and they showed it in this event.
The Purpose of Judges.
Unpack the crucial distinctions between the left, conservatives and liberals on legal fairness, and see why their approaches to rights, reform, and equality can lead to dramatically different outcomes in the courtroom.
Hate.
For the left, eradicating hate is the path to utopia, yet conservatives argue that hate, like all primal emotions, can be harnessed—directed toward true evils rather than suppressed or misapplied. Carl Jung’s insights deepen the debate, warning that unacknowledged anger festers, sabotaging both individual well-being and social harmony.
The International Ideal.
Institutions like the World Economic Forum, United Nations, and European Union increasingly pressure national governments to comply with global mandates, often overriding the will of their own citizens. Critics argue that this top-down approach erodes local autonomy and threatens the very fabric of national sovereignty. As global bodies push progressive agendas, resistance is mounting among those who see these efforts as a direct assault on liberty and self-determination.
July 4, 2025 - Independence Day
A July 4th, 2025 take on what Independence Day means to a first generation born American.