Japanese Restaurant Social Media Photography & Videography

Cinematic Social Media Video Reels for Tenshima, Japanese Omakase Restaurant

Client: Tenshima
Industry: Japanese F&B / Omakase Restaurant
Services: Food Videography, Reels-Optimised Vertical Cinematic Video, Photography
Agency: NLS Creative, Singapore’s Michelin-Standard Food Video Production Team

We captured Tenshima’s signature tempura omakase in rich cinematic detail—perfectly vertical for social media. From the batter to the plate, experience the craft of Chef Shima, whose tempura is light, crispy, and unforgettable.

The Perfect Tempura Batter

Uni Caviar Seaweed Tempura

Tendon & Tencha

Tenshima Social Media Food Photos

Case Study: Cinematic Food Videography for Tenshima – Japanese Tempura Omakase Restaurant in Singapore

Client: Tenshima
Industry: Japanese F&B / Omakase Restaurant
Services: Food Videography, Reels-Optimised Vertical Cinematic Video, Photography
Agency: NLS Creative, Singapore’s Michelin-Standard Food Video Production Team

Objective

Tenshima, a hidden gem of a Japanese tempura omakase restaurant in Singapore, wanted to elevate their online presence through premium Japanese food videography and vertical cinematic videos optimised for social media platforms like Instagram Reels and TikTok.

They needed to visually communicate:

  • The elegance of their omakase experience

  • The craftsmanship of Chef Shima, known for his ultra-light crispy tempura batter

  • Signature dish preparation, plating, and service details

  • A story-driven, cinematic approach in Netflix Chef’s Table style

Our Creative & Technical Approach

1. Pre-Production

  • Storyboarding and visual direction focused on the chef's hands, textures, and motion

  • Moodboard referencing Japanese culinary minimalism & slow-motion tempura frying shots

  • Shot planning around hero dishes, batter-pouring, and plating sequences

2. Production

  • Half-day shoot with cinema-grade cameras (RED / Sony FX) and macro lenses

  • On-site lighting setup to highlight food textures and golden tempura crisp

  • Vertical format composition for Instagram Reels & TikTok

  • Still photography for Instagram posts, highlighting ambience and dish close-ups

3. Post-Production

  • Edited into short-form, vertical cinematic reels

  • Slow-motion sequences synced with ambient music for maximum visual impact

  • Delivered both video & photography assets for multi-platform campaigns