Yuichi's interest in animation and entertainment started in 2017 when he got hired to shoot photos and videos of Outrigger Canoe athletes in Tahiti. Not only was he blown away by how beautiful Tahiti was, but also by how much 'Moana' (Dir. John Musker & Ron Clements) had a cultural impact on the people. Every morning, Yuichi was captivated by the locals performing various renditions of 'We Know The Way' on nearly every street corner. This experience sparked a realization: if an animated film could resonate so deeply with a community, he wanted to be part of that world. Yuichi had no idea what he was getting himself into when he returned to school for animation. Today, you'll find him eating delicious food with friends he has made over the years and connecting with many incredible and talented individuals in the industry.