Hassaku Labs

HASSAKU LABS Co., Ltd. (八朔ラボ株式会社) is a Japan-based independent production company headquartered in Kawasaki, Kanagawa, founded August 30, 2022, with roots in imaging systems technology for industrial sectors including steel, cement, and automotive manufacturing. The company launched its Film Production Department in 2023, specializing in international co-productions that bridge Asian and European cinema, with a particular focus on arthouse and festival-driven filmmakers. The company has gained rapid international recognition with credits at both the 2026 Cannes Film Festival (Nagi Notes, In Competition, directed by Koji Fukada) and the 2026 Berlinale (Sleep No More, Berlinale Special Midnight, directed by Edwin), cementing its position as a rising force in world cinema. The Film Production Department is led by producer Atsuko Ohno, a seasoned professional with deep international co-production experience spanning multiple Cannes and Locarno selections.