Content

Japanese series exploring the global cost of living crisis.

While Japan is often seen as an economic powerhouse in the West, the nation currently faces economic challenges due to two decades of near-zero interest rates, which have led to a historic low for the yen. As a result, stagnant wages and increasing import costs have significantly reduced consumer purchasing power when compared to global standards, making ordinary Japanese citizens feel poorer than ever. Currently, the minimum wage in Tokyo stands at 1226 yen per hour—approximately £5.70, comparable to the UK's minimum wage 18 years ago.

In each episode, the series visits a different country to meet people from diverse backgrounds, exploring how they earn and manage their finances. The show examines the obstacles they encounter, the solutions they've implemented, and any potential lessons the Japanese audience can learn from their experiences.

Dates

-Expected filming dates: 23rd - 27th September 2026
-Location: London

Roles

Roles Details

Title

Family with small children

Content

London-based family with children, ideally aged between 6-11. Any ethnicity but must speak native or near native-level English. Must be willing to disclose details of their income and expenditure, especially in relation to childcare and rent/mortgage. Ideally one or more children receiving pocket money and happy to talk about it.

The shoot would take around 3-4 hours and include: -filming at their home, interview about their income and the cost of living crisis, filming with kids about their pocket money and what they would like to do when they grow up.

We would have a crew of 3 people - Japanese director and cameraman plus translator. The programme will only be aired in Japan.

Salary

Estimated 4 hours of work Total: £200

Age

25 - 100