Underwater Filming Services
Certified underwater cinematography for marine, pool, and aquatic productions across Japan.
Underwater Production Solutions
From Okinawan marine cinematography to controlled pool environments, we deliver professional underwater footage with safety and cinematic quality as priorities.
Ocean & Sea
- • Okinawan reef filming
- • Sea of Japan production
- • Marine wildlife documentation
- • Shipwreck cinematography
- • Coastal underwater sequences
Pool & Tank
- • Controlled pool environments
- • Studio tank filming
- • Fashion and commercial
- • Music video production
- • Athlete performance capture
Narrative Production
- • Feature film sequences
- • TV drama underwater scenes
- • Stunt coordination support
- • Actor safety management
- • Surface-to-underwater shots
Commercial & Corporate
- • Product underwater shots
- • Tourism promotion
- • Sports equipment demos
- • Spa and wellness content
- • Aquatic brand campaigns
Professional Underwater Operations
What certifications do your underwater operators hold?
Our underwater camera operators hold professional PADI, CMAS, or equivalent certifications appropriate for the filming depths and conditions. Many hold specialist underwater cinematography certifications and have HSE or equivalent commercial diving qualifications for complex productions.
What camera systems can you use underwater?
We operate underwater housings for ARRI Alexa Mini, RED Komodo/V-Raptor, Sony Venice/FX6, and Blackmagic cameras. Housing selection depends on your camera package, required features, and depth requirements. We also use specialized underwater cinema cameras.
Can you film with actors underwater?
Yes. We work with trained water safety coordinators and provide actor coaching for underwater work. Non-diving actors can be filmed in controlled shallow water with safety divers. Complex underwater stunts require specialized coordination and safety planning.
What locations in Japan are suitable for underwater filming?
Japan offers diverse underwater filming locations: Okinawa (clear tropical water, marine life), Sea of Japan and Pacific coasts (diverse conditions), lakes and rivers (freshwater environments), and numerous studio tanks and pools for controlled shoots.
How do you handle underwater lighting?
We use specialized underwater LED and HMI lights in waterproof housings. For pool and tank work, above-water lighting can penetrate effectively. Deep or murky water requires dedicated underwater lighting packages planned during pre-production.
What are the safety requirements for underwater filming?
All underwater work requires risk assessments, dive plans, certified safety divers, surface support, and emergency protocols. We comply with Japanese diving regulations and film industry safety standards. Complex sequences may require hyperbaric chamber standby.
Plan Your Underwater Production
Tell us about your underwater sequences and we'll coordinate certified operators, equipment, and safety planning.