Web Site: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Hi, I’m Gakuto Tano, a documentary filmmaker based in Berlin, specializing in portrait films that explore the lives and creative journeys of artists. My work blends cinematic storytelling with a documentary sensibility — capturing genuine moments, atmosphere, and emotion. Originally from Japan, I’ve lived and studied across several countries, including Australia, Sweden, and France, where I trained in filmmaking. Before turning to film, I worked in business — an experience that helps me approach creative projects with both artistic vision and practical understanding. I’m open to a wide range of opportunities — from documentaries and cultural projects to branded and corporate films — where I can bring my documentary-style approach and curiosity for human stories to life.

Gakuto Tano

Web Site: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Hi, I’m Gakuto Tano, a documentary filmmaker based in Berlin, specializing in portrait films that explore the lives and creative journeys of artists. My work blends cinematic storytelling with a documentary sensibility — capturing genuine moments, atmosphere, and emotion. Originally from Japan, I’ve lived and studied across several countries, including Australia, Sweden, and France, where I trained in filmmaking. Before turning to film, I worked in business — an experience that helps me approach creative projects with both artistic vision and practical understanding. I’m open to a wide range of opportunities — from documentaries and cultural projects to branded and corporate films — where I can bring my documentary-style approach and curiosity for human stories to life.

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Hi, I’m Gakuto Tano, a documentary filmmaker based in Berlin, specializing in portrait films that explore the lives and creative journeys of artists. My work blends cinematic storytelling with a documentary sensibility — capturing genuine moments, atmosphere, and emotion.

Originally from Japan, I’ve lived and studied across several countries, including Australia, Sweden, and France, where I trained in filmmaking. Before turning to film, I worked in business — an experience that helps me approach creative projects with both artistic vision and practical understanding.

I’m open to a wide range of opportunities — from documentaries and cultural projects to branded and corporate films — where I can bring my documentary-style approach and curiosity for human stories to life.

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Language

Japanese
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Director / Editor / Camera at Freelance / Various
January 1, 2023 - November 4, 2025
Directed, edited and shot experimental and documentary projects, including a musical documentary about musician Daiho Soga; involved in post-production, color grading, subtitling and collaboration with collaborators.
Logistics Assistant at Kintetsu World Express
April 1, 2011 - June 20, 2015
Created documents for import customs clearance in accordance with Japanese law at Narita Airport; delivered imported goods to clients; managed a team of 4.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Policy Studies (Business and Law) at Chuo University, Tokyo, Japan
April 1, 2006 - March 31, 2011
Exchange Student at Stockholm University, Stockholm, Sweden
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
High School at Aquinas College, Gold Coast, Australia
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
High School at Rikkyo Niiza, Saitama, Japan
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor réalisation audiovisuel at Ynov audiovisuel Bordeaux
September 1, 2016 - June 30, 2019
France

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Policy Studies (Business and Law)
April 1, 2006 - March 31, 2011
In Tokyo, Japan
Bachelor réalisation audiovisuel
November 5, 2025 - November 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics