The Tokyo Sessions [documentary] (2026)

Step inside the raw, unfiltered world of musical invention with *The Tokyo Sessions*, where jazz visionary Benjamin Herman breathes life into his newest album. Directed through the intimate gaze of his twin brother, filmmaker Jonathan Herman, this documentary traces Benjamin and his ensemble from the spark of early concepts to the magic of the final recording. Shot partially within Tokyo’s iconic Studio Dede, the film showcases extraordinary partnerships with Japanese talents like Otomo Yoshihide, Tomoaki Baba, and Akihito Obama. More than a behind-the-scenes look, it’s a vivid, soulful journey where inspiration, spontaneous creation, and cross-cultural fusion collide.