About us

Maeda ShigejiCEO / Producer

Blood type: A Hometown: Kyoto, Japan

The head of Rakueisha. After graduating from Kyoto Seika University, he gained experience in the production departments of Kyoto film studios. He founded Rakueisha in 1998. In addition to producing numerous films, he is currently developing projects for children’s education and film-based community development.

Taneda Yoshihikodirector / Producer

Blood type: O

Hometown: Yokosuka, Japan Graduated from Rikkyo University, Faculty of Economics. Former general producer at Fuji Television Network, Inc. Produced numerous TV dramas, variety shows, and movies. In 2022, he became Managing Director and Executive Producer of Rakueisha. Currently working on a number of projects.

Zenda ShinyaProducer

Blood type: B

Hometown: Shimane, Japan Rare beast of Rakueisha. In addition to production and producing, “Zen-chan” can do everything from special effects such as smoke and rain, to house repairs. Graduated from Osaka University of Arts. While still in school, he participated in the internship program on site. He joined the company upon graduation.

Yamaguchi MasashiCasting Producer

Blood Type: A Hometown: Chiba, Japan

Working as a casting producer for many films, he has also managed and produced projects for very famous actors. He is more knowledgeable about the entertainment industry than anyone in Rakueisha. He is a big brother who can answer any questions you may have.

Komatsu ToshikiProducer

Blood type: A. Hometown: Shiga Prefecture

Always kind and gentle, Mr. Komatsu is a veteran of Rakueisha. He is a producer, but also works as a cameraman, demonstrating his multiple talents. In Osaka, he is the god of Tsutenkaku Tower, so touching the soles of his feet brings him good luck. In his younger days, he was a trendsetter with long brown hair!

Endo DaisukeChief Producer in the field of long|-form films

Blood type: A Hometown: Downtown Tokyo

Entertainment manager, casting company, and film advertising agency, managing promotion and merchandising for special effects content and smartphone app games. Participated in productions such as “Family Bond” (2020), “Mio’s Cookbook” (2020), “Remain in Twilight” (2021), and others.

Aoyama UkyoProduction Chief

Blood type: O Birthplace: Nagoya

He is a mid-level staff member of Rakueisha. He has been the head of production since the movie “The Mole Song: Final” (2021). He is a true native of Nagoya. He was supposed to study filmmaking in Hollywood, but a random chain of events brought him to Rakueisha. Graduated from Nihon University College of Art.

Shiotani FumitoDirector

Blood type: A Hometown: Mie

Actor, acting assistant, system engineer, production department, directing department… Mr. Shiotani has many faces. He studied astrophysics at the Tokyo University of Science, but joined Rakueisha by chance. He is the most knowledgeable about black holes in Rakueisha.

Iwata MinoriProject Planning

Blood type: B Hometown: Tokyo, Japan

A young prefect in her second year. In addition to planning, she is also involved in sales development for the film school, editing of behind-the-scenes videos, and designing of various flyers. She majored in Japanese language at the graduate school of Waseda University. After joining Rakueisha, she has been forced to do everything, and thus became able to do anything.

Fukuyama HinaCasting Assistant

Blood type: B Hometown: Himeji

A young prefect in her second year, she works as a cast wrangler for television series. She can’t stop talking about the “Hello Project” agency. She majored in Japanese language at Ferris University, but after having doubts about the casting of live-action movies, she became a casting producer.

Fujii KamiProduction Assistant

Blood type: B Hometown: Nara

A young member who has been with the company for 2 years. She speaks Kansai dialect. She belonged to volleyball clubs in elementary, junior high and high school. She is a tough girl who answers any conflict with a smile. Graduated from Kyoto Women’s University with a degree in modern sociology. She has been researching the effects of movies and other stories on the mind.

Maeshiro YuikaProduction Assistant / Project Planning

Blood type: A Birthplace: Okinawa

Maeshiro is a young staff member who has been with the company for two years. Although she works in the production department, she comes up with more projects than anyone else. She probably knows more about animation than anyone else in Rakueisha. Studied film at Okinawa Love & Peace College. She loves multilevel parking lots.

Mizukami ShioriProduction Assistant / Project Planning

Blood type: Self-proclaimed type A. Hometown: Yamanashi

A second year employee, she is a member of the planning department, and also works as a director and assistant producer. Graduated from Yokohama National University, Faculty of Education. She entered school aiming to become a teacher, but changed direction in the first year. From Koshu, the hottest town in Japan, to Shibuya, the hottest entertainment town in Japan.

Saida RikoProduction Assistant

Blood type: B Hometown: Tokyo, Japan

Newly arrived prefect. Full of curiosity, relentless in per pursuit of answers. Graduated from Sophia University with a degree in print media. While still a student, she participated in the Eiken Circle and also interned in production. She has a strong interest in film.

Nishioka AnnaProduction Assistant

Blood type: A Birthplace: Kanagawa Prefecture Club activities: Cheerleading club

A shiny new member of the team. She greets us with gusto every morning. She is a dancer who is second to none. She is a graduate of Rikkyo University, College of Tourism. She is interested in not only films but also other kinds of production.

NAKANISHI RyotaProduction Assistant

Blood type: A Birthplace: Osaka, Japan

A shiny new member of the team. She greets us with gusto every morning. She is a dancer who is second to none. She is a graduate of Rikkyo University, College of Tourism. She is interested in not only films but also other kinds of production.

ZEGARRA TAKAHASHI Taichi EnriqueCasting Assistant

Blood type: A Birthplace: Gifu Prefecture Hobby: Bodybuilding

A Peruvian national who has never been to Peru. He majored in oil painting at university. He started working out during the pandemic and transformed himself from chubby to muscular. Native Spanish speaker.