Inside a Japanese Football Club
Briobecca Urayasu Ichikawa × Shamge Films
Local production support in Japan for an independent documentary by Swedish filmmaker Jerry Shamge — from club outreach and production coordination to interpreting and on-the-ground logistics.
An inside look at a Japanese football club.
Inside a Japanese Football Club is an independent documentary by Swedish filmmaker Jerry Shamge / Shamge Films, offering an inside look at Briobecca Urayasu Ichikawa and the people behind the club.
I supported the project on the Japanese side from initial outreach through filming, acting as the link between the international filmmaker and the club.
Watch the finished documentaryShamge Films · 2026 · YouTube
Supporting the project from first contact to shoot day.
I connected Jerry with Briobecca Urayasu and supported the project on the Japanese side from the initial contact through the shoot.
Outreach & club communication
Introduced the project to the club, established contact and maintained Japanese-side communication as plans developed.
Meetings & production planning
Helped arrange meetings with club representatives and coordinate the filming schedule and practical details around the visit.
Interpreting
Interpreted interviews and production conversations with club officials, coaches and players.
Local context
Provided context on Japanese football and helped both sides understand expectations, communication style and the purpose of the project.
Production support in practice.
Two moments from the shoot: interpreting during an interview with the club’s general director, and working on location with filmmaker Jerry Shamge and head coach Satoshi Tsunami.
Photos originally published by Jerry Shamge on LinkedIn.
The documentary was completed and released by Shamge Films in 2026.
The finished film gives international viewers an inside look at Briobecca Urayasu Ichikawa and the people behind the club — from its management and coaching staff to the day-to-day football environment.
Produced by Shamge Films. DG Sports Media provided local production support in Japan.
I couldn’t have asked for a better person to support and interpret this project for me than Dmitry. From the first day I told him about my idea of filming a Japanese football club, he was incredibly helpful. He organised meetings with club officials, stayed in contact with the club and helped me coordinate the details around my trip and the production — always professionally. I’m super happy to now call Dmitry my friend. I recommend him without even blinking!
Jerry Shamge
Filmmaker · Shamge Films