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This is the story of Kaori Kawabuchi, a samurai sword performer, singer and motion capture actor. An inspiring woman keeping alive ancient traditions and spirituality in modern Japan.
Director: James Latimer
Director of Photography: Mikul Eriksson
Gaffer: Vincent Paul
1st AC: Gaetano Nino Campolongo
Location and Interview Sound: Steven LeFever
Make-up Artist: Aisha Sato
Production Designer: Aiza Elloso
Driver: Dai Nishiyama
Editor: Hai Le
Colorist: Max Golomidov
Sound Engineering: Edan Mason
Interview and Subtitle Translation: Mariko Inoue
Special Thanks: Hisanori Tamura, Apryl Peredo, Phil Mckee, Nana Blank, Miura Kenji of Gekkouji Temple.
Production: Jemleykenato
jemleykenato.com
