Saturday, 17 January 2026

Lee Joon Gi Shares A Series of Behind-The-Scenes Photos From His Filming Project in Japan

 


LEE JOON GI

 

SHARES

 

A SERIES

 

OF

 

BEHIND-THE-SCENES

PHOTOS

 

FROM

 

HIS FILMING PROJECT

 

 

IN

 

 

JAPAN








 

 

 

 







Lee Joon Gi, who is currently filming in Japan, has once again sent fans into detective mode by sharing a series of photos including some behind-the-scenes photos from his latest filming location. The journey of this production already feels cinematic. It began under the bright skies of sunny Singapore, moved on to South Korea in the grip of a brutal winter, and has now arrived in Japan as the Lunar New Year approaches and Spring waits patiently in the wings. 




Next to Daimaru Tokyo Department Store

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No one knows where Lee Joon Gi  is staying in Japan. Some Japanese fans speculate that he is staying next to Daimaru Tokyo Department Store. He remains delightfully elusive. By sharing enough to spark curiosity, he keeps everyone guessing while the cameras keep rolling.

 


 

Roppongi


 



The film stars Lee alongside Singapore’s Mediacorp actress Carrie Wong, a pairing that has quickly captured attention. 





 

 



From the photos alone, it’s clear that the film project is no small affair. The sheer number of crew members, the sophisticated cameras, and the on-set activity all point to a high production operating at full throttle. 


What makes the images fascinating is Lee’s quiet spotlight on the people behind the camera.


One photo shows a friendly, dimpled man holding the script – his face is oddly familiar, though his name remains a mystery. The director, perhaps. Some images highlight the cinematographer who mans an impressively complex camera setup. Others reveal crew members busily assisting in the background. These glimpses are a gentle reminder that every compelling scene is the result of teamwork.

 





Japan (left) & South Korea (right)




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And this is where an interesting thought arises.


In today’s ruthlessly competitive entertainment landscape, innovation shouldn’t be limited to plot twists or visual effects alone. Perhaps it’s time to rethink how recognition is given.

 

 


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Imagine a film or television series that boldly introduces its leading actors and key creative minds – director, screenwriter, cinematographer – right at the beginning, instead of hiding their names until the final seconds. 


For Korean productions in particular, displaying Korean names alongside their English counterparts would be a welcoming gesture to global audiences. An even bolder move? Pairing names with photos or images would be a means to connect with audiences.


End credits deserve a gentle pace, allowing viewers to actually read the names. Ater all, today’s audiences are curious and more invested than ever and want to know who made the stories they love. Visible recognition doesn’t just benefit audiences; it energizes cast and crew alike.