CONTACT
Book me, ask me questions, or let's grab drinks!
Email:
daieio.tokyo@gmail.com
Phone:
+81 090-6657-1106
ABOUT
Daiei Onoguchi is a Tokyo-based bilingual director (Japanese x English) whose work bridges Japanese and American cultures through character-driven storytelling. Having spent 19 years in the United States, he brings a distinct cross-cultural perspective to stories that resonate globally.
In 2018, while based in Washington, D.C., his comedic documentary "Pot of Gold: The Origin of Japanese Bidet" received multiple awards, including Best Documentary at the Los Angeles Independent Film Festival.
He was subsequently commissioned by the Washington Wizards to document Rui Hachimura — the first Japanese player selected in the first round of the NBA Draft — following his journey over four years.
He is currently directing a feature documentary on a Michelin-starred yakitori chef in New York, formerly Japan’s b-boy champion, exploring themes of reinvention and ambition.
His work blends cinematic realism with playful visual elements, incorporating animation, graphics, and music-driven storytelling to create emotionally engaging narratives.
EXTRA
Onoguchi also does event, portrait, and food photography.
WORK
As Director:
Besides being bilingual, his strength lies in his cinematic & playful style. He mixes beautiful images with anything -- from his hand-drawn animations, visual effects, and music-video like sequences -- to inject energy and deliver story, facts, and emotion in ways that feel alive.
As Assistant Director:
Having lived in the U.S. for 19 years, Onoguchi is proficiently bilingual and understands the Western film production. With his punctuality, research skills, and bright personality, he brings the best out of everyone and ensures the shoot runs smoothly.
As Content Creator:
A versatile filmmaker who can film, edit, and design graphics on the spot. With his minimal gear, Onoguchi travels internationally to create visually and emotionally compelling content that grabs viewers' attention.
