"Smile every day, as the power of a smile can unite people worldwide!"
"No matter where you are in the world, there is something you can do with just one smile."
Wars and division, repeated natural disasters.
What the exhausted world needs now is not conflict, but "ultimate healing and the energy of smiles."
Set in Ishinomaki, recovering from the unprecedented Great East Japan Earthquake of March 11, 2011,
the film portrays people regaining the color of hope from a "monochrome" of sorrow.
The symbol of the modern Smiling Samurai, Miyuki, leads the world to peace.
A completely new [Immersive Documusical] is about to begin.
In this documentary, set in Japan, which suffered from an unprecedented natural disaster (the Great East Japan Earthquake),
we follow the true story of how a "single smile" creates empathy, inspires collective action,
unites the youth, drives future development, and becomes a new power to bring peace to the world.
Miyuki / Miyuki Shigeta AKA MIYUKI-SENSEI
"Don't wait to be happy. Smile to BE happy!"
Founder of " Inshodō " in Japan, leading expert in Impression Behavioral Science, and a university professor. Witnessing her father's miraculous recovery from terminal cancer through the power of smiles (NK cell activation), she developed "Impression Training®." She is actively working on the smile recovery of the Great East Japan Earthquake and serves as an Ishinomaki Tourism Ambassador. She is active in various fields as a modern "Smiling Samurai" aiming for world peace without fighting. She has over 5 million social media followers across Asia.
Miyuki Shigeta Seminar, Asia University
"Rule #1: Tackle the sternest faces head-on with a fearless smile!"
The "Smile Inheritance Team" consisting of students from Miyuki Shigeta Seminar at Asia University. Inheriting Miyuki's Samurai Spirit, they conduct practical activities in the disaster-stricken area of Ishinomaki. Over 50 core members handle volunteer management, field leadership, recording, and PR every year. They powerfully lead this movement as the next generation of "Conductors of Smiles."
Tomohisa Ishigami
"The most beautiful smiles belong to those who are striving to overcome adversity."
A rising documentary filmmaker with a VJ (Visual Jockey) perspective. He creates innovative visual expressions by fusing imagery and music to portray social themes in groundbreaking styles. Having earned international acclaim with his previous work, he became the pioneer of the "Immersive Documusical." He has won 20 awards at international film festivals worldwide, including 5 awards such as The Best Humanitarian Angel Film Award at the Monaco International Film Festival. Founder of JAPAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL.
Ricky Kej
3-Time Grammy Award-Winning Maestro, Composer, and Environmentalist based in India. Globally recognized for fusing traditional Indian music with Western orchestral arrangements. A dedicated advocate for global and social impact, serving as a UN Goodwill Ambassador and UNICEF Supporter. Awarded the Padma Shri, one of the highest civilian honors by the Government of India.
Sumathy Ram
"Your smile has the power to mirror the universe, so let it shine!"
An Indian American lyricist, music producer, and creative collaborator based in Texas. Joined the project as Executive Producer after discovering the film while serving as a jury member at the Monaco International Film Festival. Deeply moved by its humanitarian message, she guides its global outreach. Currently collaborating with 3-Time Grammy Winner Ricky Kej on global initiatives like "GANDHI - Mantras of Compassion."