Shiori Ito

Shiori Ito: A bold voice in Japanese documentary filmmaking.

Born in 1989 in Tokyo, Japan, Shiori Ito has been active in the film industry since the early 2010s, primarily focusing on documentary genre. Her most notable works include "Japan's Secret Shame" and "Flowers of Fukushima", films that both address pressing social issues and have garnered her widespread recognition, including the prestigious Vaclav Havel Journalism Fellowship. Ito's directorial style is characterized by her unflinching honesty and commitment to giving a voice to the voiceless, often shedding light on controversial topics in Japanese society. As a director, Shiori Ito is more than just a filmmaker; she is a fearless advocate for truth, whose resilience and courage echo in every frame of her work.