CNA (2026)
"Japan’s Economy in 2026"
We provided end-to-end remote production and bilingual fixer services for Channel NewsAsia’s economic coverage in Tokyo, capturing essential B-roll sequences across key government districts—including the Bank of Japan and the Ministry of Finance. Partnering with a trusted technical crew (cinematographer Masaki Kakuyama and sound recordist Teiji Kuroki), CueRio also facilitated a high-level remote interview with prominent economist Professor Sayuri Shirai (Keio University/ADBI).
Watch the full story here 👇
https://youtu.be/_lqklh_o3vg?si=fuyLTvYuSfloDmxg
CNA (2026)
“Good Death Inovators”
We provided fixer support for a one-hour feature by Singapore’s CNA (Channel News Asia) documentary series exploring evolving perspectives on death, grief, and AI technology across East Asia.
Working alongside Singaporean Director Ray and an expert Japanese technical crew (including cinematographer Masaki Kakuyama and sound recordist Teiji Kuroki), CueRio managed ten days of intensive nationwide filming across Tokyo, Saitama, and Shizuoka.
Watch the full stories here 👇
https://youtu.be/pVGqskia0Vw?si=YqLbtV_9bCiSVajy
https://youtu.be/Usu5bXUDbxY?si=7hrX6E9pPRmz1gFY
CNA (2026)
"Will Japan’s US Strategy Pay Off?"
We provided end-to-end remote production and bilingual fixer services for Channel NewsAsia’s current affairs feature on Japan’s evolving security and geopolitical landscape in 2026.
Functioning as both Field Producer and Fixer, Rio independently secured high-profile interviewees—including leading foreign policy experts, local politicians, hibakusha advocates, and industry leaders—and conducted interviews on behalf of the overseas producer.
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https://youtu.be/Q3pjnp2ojig?si=i9NucNrnETwMoUBs
CNA (2025)
“Why Right-Wing Ideology Is Gaining Popularity in Japan”
We provided fixer support for a one-hour feature by Singapore’s CNA (Channel News Asia) Insight on Japan’s Politics.
CueRio’s Rio Mimaki provided comprehensive fixer services—including high-level contributor sourcing, logistics, and bilingual field production—for Channel NewsAsia’s feature on Japan’s shifting political landscape. Covering diverse perspectives from Diet members and top academics to grassroots activists and citizens, our team ensured a balanced and seamless shoot alongside the Singaporean crew.
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https://youtu.be/aynp7cpRlqg?si=q3-Kx3pPGoXCy42V
Sky News Australia (2025)
"80th anniversary of Hiroshima bombing"
We supported Sky News Australia as a fixer during their coverage of the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. From the official Peace Memorial Ceremony on August 6 to interviews with survivors and researchers, the team reported on how the legacy of the atomic bomb continues to shape lives today, and how people are working to pass on its stories to future generations.
Watch the stories here 👇
https://youtu.be/QuRUQ4klXGk?si=PmHQzJlUxq2pLjue
https://youtu.be/yRRx-W0J3so?si=TO7mSgU7gsLaqjzA
https://youtu.be/7hvlYbGUzY8?si=5eeKfDZxUsvpOo5I
CNA (2025)
"Japan's Problem With Tourists: But Why Does It Want More?"
We provided fixer support for a one-hour feature by Singapore’s CNA (Channel News Asia) Insight on Japan’s overtourism. Is Japan truly facing overtourism, or is it more a clash of cultures between locals and foreigners? Beyond Tokyo, we also travelled to Kosuge Village, Hokuto City, Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi in Yamanashi Prefecture, as well as Kamakura City in Kanagawa Prefecture, to cover the dilemmas surrounding tourism in Japan.
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https://youtu.be/shMuWRZMKEY?si=8WQCxZVKy4_0Nil4
CNA (2025)
"Why Did Futuristic Japan Fall Behind Digitally?"
We provided fixer support for a one-hour feature by Singapore’s CNA (Channel News Asia) Insight on Japan’s digitalisation.
In this programme, we spoke with a wide range of people—from experts to ordinary citizens—to explore Japan’s current situation and challenges.
What lies behind Japan’s slow digital transformation? And can the country catch up in cybersecurity?
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https://youtu.be/Q3pjnp2ojig?si=i9NucNrnETwMoUBs
CNA (2025)
"Why Japan's Young Digital Natives Are Spending On Vinyl Records"
We helped with the feature story of a Singaporean TV network, CNA (Channel News Asia) Money Mind, about Vinyl Revival in Japan.
We personally have never bought an analogue record, and we have probably only heard it on a player a handful of times. However, they are becoming increasingly popular in Japan, especially amongst Generation Z. We have covered the secrets behind this.
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https://youtu.be/WDNQI8ynonk?si=lTwGIEcySJfcKfKS
CNA (2025)
"4-Day Work Week In Japan"
We helped with the feature story of a Singaporean TV network, CNA (Channel News Asia) Money Mind, about 4-Day Work Week In Japan. We had a great opportunity of filming Mr Kawasaki of Kamiya Corporation. Kamiya Corporation is a door manufacturer in Kanagawa Prefecture, which introduced the 4-Day Work Week system. We filmed him at work and also at home enjoying his leisure time added by his one more day off.
The video link
https://youtu.be/3n2sS3x9s_A?si=Xy-5CNhAodF8HKAQ
CNA (2024)
"9sqm Micro apartment in Japan"
We helped with the feature story of a Singaporean TV network, CNA (Channel News Asia) Money Mind, about Microapartment in Japan. The micro apartment is a very small sized residence as small as 9sqm and becoming popular among young people who cannot afford high rents but want to live central Tokyo.
The video link
https://youtu.be/5-35xjnILX0?si=TVBnIUQMU4pSjBLW
A Slovakian Media (2024)
"3D shooting project"
For about a month in May and June, Rio was involved in a 3D shooting project
Together with a British producer and four Slovakian cinematographers, we traveled from Tokyo to Osaka and Kyoto, filming in a variety of locations. Each place had its own unique characteristics and was very interesting.
CNA (2024)
"Inflation in Japan"
We helped with the feature story of a Singaporean TV network, CNA (Channel News Asia) Money Mind, about Inflation in Japan. We interviewed Mr. Ohama, au ordinal citizen in Japan trying to cope up with the inflation in Japan, and capture a glimpse of his everyday life. Mr. Ohama is coping with the price hike with an enjoyable solution. Cooking bentos for his lunch and dinner.
The video link
https://youtu.be/MrRFMHeGSrA?si=rU8wrrlVGuiRkEz_
The Straits Times (2024)
"Noto Eathquake Coverage"
CueRio's member Rio Mimaki accompanied Mr Walter Sim, correspondent of the Straits Times, a Singaporean newspaper, into the area to report on the earthquake that struck Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, on 1 January. Rio participated as the Fixer and Videographer this time from just a week after the disaster.
The video link
https://players.brightcove.net/4800266888001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6344730380112
The Straits Times (2023)
"In Japan's only bankrupt city, the world's most expensive fruit spreads seeds of hope"
We contributed the feature story of The Straits Times, a Singaporean newspaper, about Yubari city in Hokkaido. This city is known as the producer of the Yubari King Melon, the most expensive fruit in the world, and as the only city in Japan which experienced a bankruptcy. Rio worked as a fixer and a videographer with Mr. Walter Sim, their Japan Correspondent.
The video link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMnWUinkCUo
CNA (2023)
"Are Ski Properties In Niseko, Japan Good Investments? | Money Mind |"
Rio worked as a fixer for Singaporean TV station Channel NewsAsia (CNA)'s coverage of Hokkaido Niseko. We filmed the newly built Setsu Niseko resort hotel and interviewed Niseko property investment experts, who said the Niseko property bubble is expected to grow more.
We were joined on this shoot by a videographer and a sound mixer from Hokkaido-based technology company HBC Flex.
The video link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jY_XQ7lANlg
The Straits Times (2023)
"From mermaids to mermen: Japan’s ama divers evolve with the times"
We contributed the feature story of The Straits Times, a Singaporean newspaper, about traditional Japanese divers, Ama. Rio worked as a fixer and a videographer with Mr. Walter Sim, their Japan Correspondent, and filmed Ama divers, a pearl artisan, and many other interesting people and locations.
The video link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMnWUinkCUo
NHK (2020)
"8K Camino de Santiago 1500km"
An ancient pilgrimage route, "Camino de Santiago", is gaining popularity in recent years, and many people from around the world experience this special experience. We filmed this journey from Le Puy, a French city to the final destination Santiago de Compostela in Spain for about 2 months, using 8k cameras.
NHK (2018)
"Road to Tokyo - Zambia Handball National Team"
I coordinated the filming of Zambia Handball National Team and its Japanese coach for 3 weeks in Lusaca, Zambia.
As the filming crew was small, I worked as a sound recording engineer as well.
NHK (2017)
"Road to Tokyo - Jamaica Track and Field"
I coordinated the filming of a Jamaican High School Track and Field event "Champs" for a month.
We managed to film two medalists Usain Bolt and Yohan Blake who came around to see the event.
NHK
"BS1 Special - The Real Voice"
NTV
"Shinso-Hodo Bankisha"
Conductedd an interview with John Coates, the Vice President of IOC.
NTV
"news every.", "NEWS ZERO",
TV Asahi
"Hodo Station", "Morning Show"
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