We collaborate closely with our producers, directors, and production designers to balance the ideal aesthetic choices for each location, with real world production logistics.
Locations in Japan
All Services
Location Scouting
Location Scouting Price List
■ Research Fee
| Full Day | Half Day | |
|---|---|---|
| Research | ¥30,000 | ¥20,000 |
■ Co-ordination Fee
| Full Day | Half Day | |
|---|---|---|
| Location Scouting | ¥50,000 | ¥30,000 |
| Assistant / ¥30,000 | ¥20,000 |
| Up to 10 hours | Every hour after | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | ¥50,000 | ¥5,000 |
| Assistant ¥30,000 | ¥3,000 |
■ Misc. Fees and Charges
| Same day cancellation | Within 3 days of shooting | |
|---|---|---|
| Cancellation Fee | 100% | 80% |
| Car / Bus hire | Click Here | Map creation | ¥10,000 per map |
※ Each item will be charged separately
※ Coordination fee for location varies depending on time, size and contents.
※ Coordination fee for location varies depending on time, size and contents.
■ Equipment
| Name | Price |
|---|---|
| Director's chair | ¥500 |
| Small table | ¥1,000 |
| Large table | ¥1,000 |
| 1.6kw power generator | ¥10,000 |
| Extention cable | ¥500 |
| Jet heater | ¥10,000 |
| 2.1m stepladder | ¥2,000 |
| Small Magliner | ¥4,000 |
| Arrow signboard | ¥4,000 |
| Cones | ¥500 |
| Shovel | ¥500 |
| Tent (250cm x 250cm) | ¥12,000 |
| Small camp type tent | ¥5,000 |
| Tarp | ¥4,000 |
| Plastic tank for water | ¥500 |
| Equipment van | ¥20,000 per day |
■ Protective items
| Name | Price |
|---|---|
| Veneer | ¥1,000 |
| Patch cloth | ¥500 |
| Mutiple protective cover | ¥1,000 |
| 【Expendable supplies】 | |
| Roll up carpet 90cm | ¥1,000/m |
| Roll up carpet 180cm | ¥2,000/m |
| Bubble wrap | ¥4,000 |
| Tape | ¥500 per roll |
| Large plastic roll up sheet | ¥18,000 |
■Food and Beverage Items
| Name | Price |
|---|---|
| Coffee maker | ¥3,000 |
| Summer Japanese tea set | ¥1,000 |
| Winter Japanese tea set | ¥2,000 |
| Various pots set (4 piece set) | ¥1500 |
| Electric kettle | ¥500 |
| Cooler box | ¥1,500 |
| Water jug (large) | ¥1,000 |
| Small BBQ | ¥2,000 |
| Gas canister | ¥1,000 |
| Paper cups (100) | ¥1,000 |
■ Other
| Name | Price |
|---|---|
| Full lenght mirror | ¥1,000 |
| Small mirror | ¥500 |
| Eye lamp w/clip | ¥2,000 |
| Halogen lamp w/stand | ¥2,000 |
| Thick winter coat | ¥5,000 |
| Coat hanger rack | ¥1,000 |
| Broom | ¥500 |
| Rake | ¥500 |
| Garbage can | ¥500 |
| Other Services | |
| Garbage disposal | ¥500 per bag |
| Gasoline | ¥160/L |
| Kerosene | Value at time of shoot |
Japan Stock Footage
Do you need stock footage of Japan? JMS can provide stock footage of Japan for your feature, short,
documentary or any other kind of project. Just tell us the look you are after, and our dedicated team will go
out and film it for you!
We believe a video’s physical location on screen influences a viewer’s reaction to the production in a
multitude of ways, some subtle, others not so subtle. That’s why we work closely with the client to determine
the perfect location for each scene in Japan.
Armed with extensive Japanese location databases and years of production experience, our location scouts seek
Japanese sites that are practical for accessibility, electricity, noise levels, and other criteria. They
present the client with photos, videos, and other pertinent information for the best selections.
Once locations are chosen, JMS negotiate fees and acquire the necessary rights to film there, as well as
consulting with film commissions and navigate the obtaining of police permits, commandeering parking, and
managing neighbors etc.
In addition to our array of video production services, JMS also offer full location scouting services for all
over Japan including:
• Photographing locations for approval
• Negotiating contracts
• Acquiring location insurance
• Complying with local laws
• Securing nearby parking
• Obtaining filming permits
• Preparing precise directions and maps
• Meeting with local businesses and neighbors
Do you want the best possible location for your shoot while in Japan, without all the hassles? Let JMS handle
all of your location scouting.
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