ABOUT

Hi I'm Rio

I’m a Tokyo-based creator — welcome to my website!

Originally from Japan, I’ve spent the past 14 years living across New Zealand, the U.S. (Sacramento, Boston, New York), and Sydney, Australia. These global experiences have shaped me into an open-minded, adaptable individual with a broad perspective and strong interpersonal skills. I hold authenticity and empathy as core values in every interaction, as they allow me to connect with people in the rawest and most genuine way. I believe that great collaborations always begin with strong relationships, and that’s something I value deeply at heart.

Professionally, I’ve worked on a range of projects from iPhone-based social media content and sports event coverage to official press-release assets and on-location shoots like snowboard, hiking and running . These experiences have taught me that quality isn’t just about high resolution or heavy editing; it’s about aligning with the goals of each project. Every project comes with its own unique challenges, and I pride myself on staying agile and adapting to achieve the best outcome. My work blends a keen eye for aesthetics with a marketing-driven mindset to create impactful, story-led content.

What Can I offer?

Commercial photography and videography
Sports event coverage
Social media content creation
Brand ambassador partnerships
Instagram feature activations

With my camera always by my side and curiosity guiding every step, I’m confident in delivering visuals and stories that are not only high quality but deeply authentic. I create content tailored for social media and websites, imagery that connects, communicates, and drives results.

If you'd like to get in touch, please feel free to say hello using the form below. I’d love to hear from you.

Rio excelled in project management, handling scheduling and coordination effectively with minimal guidance, which made me comfortable despite the distance between Tokyo and NYC. He is also a great communicator. We connected via email, WhatsApp, and video calls, seamlessly discussing every aspect of the shoot despite time zone differences. Rio's storytelling abilities shone through in the thorough and thoughtful interviews he conducted, as well as in the photos that perfectly captured the mood. His professionalism was evident in every interaction, from our initial discussions to the selection process. I definitely recommend Rio and have already done so.

Dario Miceli, Founder at Padel Magazine, NYC