About
umu is an independent media platform dedicated to documenting and sharing Tokyo’s creative scene.
From musicians, designers, filmmakers, and architects to writers and emerging innovators, we spotlight the voices shaping contemporary culture through in-depth interviews and thoughtful storytelling.
Mission
Our mission is to go beyond surface-level introductions and explore the ideas, processes, and experiences that shape creativity.
By sharing the original perspectives of creators, we aim to capture and convey the ever-evolving world of creative expression.
Belief
Creativity is a universal language that connects people beyond borders.
Through conversations with creators working in Tokyo and those engaging with Japanese culture, umu bridges local and global creative communities.
Each feature goes beyond showcasing work—it sparks new ways of thinking and opportunities for collaboration.
Vision
For readers, we aim to offer motivation and insight into creative careers.
For featured creators, we provide a space to reflect on their journey and share their story with the world.
Against the backdrop of Tokyo—a diverse and ever-evolving city—umu strives to be a place where creators meet, learn, and inspire one another.
Team Members
725
Co-Founder
With a background in graphic design, 725 is the founder and creative director of umu. After six years of experience as both a freelance and in-house designer, she now focuses on building the environment around design—managing projects, launching media initiatives, and fostering creative collaborations.
Arran
Co-Founder
A multidisciplinary creator with over a decade of experience as a musician. Alongside his music career, he works across web development, video production, and 3D art, combining artistic sensibility with technical skill to shape umu’s identity.
Yuka
Social Media/ Communication Manager
Drawing on her background in sales and management, Yuka oversees social media and communication at umu. She values expressing people’s stories through words and building trust through thoughtful, genuine interaction.