Cinematographer

Toshihiko Kizu

based in Tokyo, Japan

Profile

Toshi is an established bilingual cinematographer, based in Tokyo. His specialty lies in building a strong relationship with his subjects, whether they are models or children. His visual storytelling results from a dynamic, collaborative process between himself, the director, and the subject, reflecting an utmost respect towards the individual stories.

Toshi attended the American Film Institute for Cinematography in Los Angeles and obtained an MFA before returning to Tokyo to pursue his craft in the industry.

Though he has achieved great success in undertaking commercial work, he is always looking for new ways to collaboratively create unique narratives with people around the globe.

Clients

Gucci, Unilever, Suntry, Shiseido, Amazon, Netlix, Google, Nikon, P&G, Square Enix, Disney, Nike, Softbank, UNIQLO, Microsoft, McDonalds, Nestle, Beats, Lenovo