ENTERTAINMENT & EXTRA SERVICE
Extras & Entertainment Services
Bringing productions to life with skilled background actors. Dramas, commercials, music videos, variety shows — we cover every set.
What Are Our Extras Services?
Our extras service arranges background actors for all types of productions — dramas, films, commercials, music videos, variety shows, and more. We provide passersby, audience members, office workers, families, and other roles to create authentic atmosphere and bring realism to every scene.
Family Romance has a large roster of staff with acting experience, aspiring actors and actresses, and former models who are well-suited for on-camera work. We accommodate requests for specific age, gender, appearance, and wardrobe, and can handle simple acting and dialogue. From a single extra to over 100 for crowd scenes, we arrange talent across all 47 prefectures in Japan.
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ENTERTAINMENT & EXTRA SERVICE
Staff Who Know the Set
Our roster includes experienced actors, aspiring performers, and former models. They understand set etiquette and protocol, responding smoothly to director instructions.
Free Age & Appearance Selection
We select the ideal talent from staff ranging in age from teens to 70s. Gender, build, and wardrobe specifications are all available at no extra charge.
Fast Large-Scale Arrangements
From a single bit part to crowd scenes of over 100, our nationwide network of 5,000 staff allows flexible arrangements. We accommodate last-minute additions whenever possible.
Common Concerns
Our professional stand-in service can solve these challenges.
Can't Gather Enough Extras
You need passersby or crowd scenes for a drama or film shoot, but budget and time constraints make it impossible to gather enough extras. Our extras arrangement service reliably delivers the exact number you need.
Need Extras Who Can Act
You need more than just background filler — you need extras who can deliver reactions and handle brief dialogue. Our staff, including those with acting experience, meet the demands of the set.
Specific Demographics Required
You need extras matching specific demographics — "20 businessmen walking through an office district" or "5 families playing in a park." We arrange extras tailored to each scene's requirements.
Need Helpers for Social Media Shoots
You need friends or passersby for social media and YouTube video production. Talent agencies are too expensive, and asking acquaintances has its limits.
Can't Handle Sudden Schedule Changes
A schedule change or additional scenes mean you suddenly need extras. Our nationwide network allows us to arrange staff quickly.
Want Affordable Extras
Going through talent agencies drives costs up. You want high-quality extras at a reasonable price.
Use Cases
Our stand-in services can be utilized in a wide variety of events and situations.
Extras for Drama & Film Shoots
We arrange extras as passersby, restaurant patrons, office workers, commuters, and more — tailored to each drama or film scene. Staff can bring appropriate wardrobe and props.
Extras for Commercial Shoots
For TV commercials and online video ads. We provide extras as consumers, families, office workers, and other roles that match your product or service's target audience.
Music Video Appearances
Appear as dancers, audience members, or characters in music video productions. We arrange staff whose look and style match the artist's creative vision.
Variety Show Appearances
Serve as studio audience, street interview respondents, or reenactment actors for variety shows. Our staff behave naturally and look great on camera.
Reenactment Segment Appearances
Appear in reenactment segments for news programs and documentaries. We have staff capable of serious acting — playing suspects, victims, witnesses, and more.
Social Media & YouTube Shoot Support
Support video shoots for influencers and YouTubers. Staff can appear naturally as friends, passersby, or reaction members. We also select talent to match your channel's genre.
Recent Cases
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Why Choose Family Romance
Japan's largest agency. Trusted quality.
Extensive Acting Talent on Staff
Our roster includes aspiring actors and actresses, former models, and theater alumni who are comfortable on set. They respond smoothly to director instructions, improving shooting efficiency. Even scenes requiring simple dialogue, reactions, or acting can be handled with confidence. We pre-evaluate staff abilities through our own audition system.
Nationwide Network of 5,000 Staff
Registered staff in all 47 prefectures. We can arrange local staff for regional location shoots across Japan, significantly reducing travel and accommodation costs. Our network covers ages from teens to 70s, ready for any scene.
Strict Confidentiality
To protect confidential production details and script information, all staff sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). Even when involved in unreleased productions, we eliminate any risk of information leaks. Zero leaks since our founding.
Affordable Pricing
Extras start at ¥8,000 per person. Age, gender, and appearance specifications are free. Significantly more affordable than talent agencies, with flexible pricing for large-scale arrangements. No additional charges after your estimate.
Service Lineup
Choose the best plan to suit your needs. We can also accommodate requests not listed here.
FEATURED SERVICES
Drama & Film Extras
¥8,000~We arrange extras as passersby, restaurant patrons, office workers, and more for drama and film shoots. We select the best talent from our extensive pool, including those with acting experience.
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Commercial Shoot Extras
¥8,000~For TV commercial and online ad shoots. We arrange talent to play consumers, families, and other roles matching your product's target audience. Staff with modeling experience are also available.
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Music Video Extras
¥8,000~Appear as dancers, audience members, or characters in music video productions. We arrange staff whose look and style match the artist's vision.
Variety Show Extras
¥8,000~Serve as studio audience, street interview respondents, or on-location passersby. Our TV-savvy staff perform naturally on camera.
Reenactment Segment Extras
¥8,000~Appear in reenactment segments for news programs and documentaries. From serious dramatic scenes to comedic situations, our staff can handle it all.
Social Media & Promotions
Social Media Shoot Support
¥8,000~Support photo and video shoots for influencers and YouTubers. Staff appear naturally as friends, passersby, or reaction members.
Promotional Shoot Models
¥8,000~Serve as models for advertising and website shoots. We arrange staff matching your brand image. Many have modeling experience.
Passerby Extras
¥8,000~Appear as passersby and background figures for location shoots. Natural walking and behavior enhance the realism of your footage.
Wedding Video Appearances
¥8,000~Appear as friends or coworkers in wedding reception videos and surprise films. Video message recordings are also available.
Start with a Free Consultation
Confidential — Nationwide — Free
Contact us via email, phone, or LINE. Anonymous consultations are welcome.
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How It Works
First time arranging extras? Rest assured — from the initial consultation about your production needs to staff selection and on-set coordination on the day, our dedicated team provides full support.
Consultation
Tell us about your production needs via email, phone, or LINE
Plan Proposal
We propose casting and a tailored estimate for your scenes
Staff Selection
Preview photos available We select the ideal talent
Contract
Payment after confirmation No additional charges
Shoot Day
Skilled extras arrive on set ready to perform
Client Testimonials
"We had 30 extras arranged for our low-budget indie film shoot — passersby and restaurant patrons. Going through a talent agency would have blown our budget, but this service was very affordable. On top of that, the staff were comfortable on set and responded smoothly to the director's instructions, keeping us right on schedule."
"For a new product commercial, we requested '5 women in their 20s–30s, shopping at a supermarket.' The extras who arrived perfectly matched the age range and vibe we specified, and their natural acting elevated the footage quality. Our client was thrilled with the results."
"We hired passersby for a street interview segment on our YouTube channel. We were worried they might look obviously staged, but they came across completely natural — viewers didn't notice at all. Views went up and we were thrilled. We've been using the service repeatedly since then."
"We asked for 3 people to appear as the groom's friends in a wedding reception video. After sharing some of the groom's stories beforehand, they delivered messages so naturally that they seemed like real friends. The groom was deeply moved, and we're so glad we placed the request."
Frequently Asked Questions
About Our Services
Can your extras act?
Yes. Many of our staff are aspiring actors, theater alumni, and former models. They can handle scenes requiring simple dialogue, reactions, and emotional expression. For lead-level acting, please consult with us separately.
Can I specify age and appearance?
Yes. We have staff ranging from teens to 70s. Age, gender, build, and appearance specifications are free of charge. You can also preview photos in advance.
Can you arrange a large number of extras?
Yes. We can arrange anywhere from 1 to over 100 extras. With our nationwide network of 5,000 staff, we flexibly handle crowd scenes and large-scale events.
Can extras bring wardrobe and props?
Standard wardrobe such as suits, casual wear, and school uniform-style clothing is available at no charge. For specialized costumes or props, please consult with us. The production team can also provide these directly.
Pricing & Terms
How is pricing calculated?
Extras start at ¥8,000 per person per session. Background and passerby roles with no acting required are charged at the base rate. Roles requiring dialogue or acting start at ¥12,000. Extension fees apply for long shoots. Estimates are free.
Do you cover locations nationwide?
Yes, we cover all 47 prefectures in Japan. For regional location shoots, we can arrange local staff, significantly reducing transportation costs.
Can you handle last-minute requests?
Yes, we can arrange extras as early as the next day. We do our best to accommodate schedule changes and additional extra requests.
Will production details be kept confidential?
Yes. All staff sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). We strictly manage all confidential information including unreleased production content, script details, and shooting locations to prevent any leaks.
Nationwide Coverage
We have registered staff in all 47 prefectures. We can arrange local staff even for regional events.
Kanto Area
Tokyo / Kanagawa / Chiba / Saitama / Ibaraki / Tochigi / Gunma
Kansai Area
Osaka / Kyoto / Hyogo / Nara / Shiga / Wakayama
Chubu Area
Aichi / Shizuoka / Gifu / Mie / Nagano / Niigata / Toyama / Ishikawa / Fukui
Kyushu & Okinawa Area
Fukuoka / Saga / Nagasaki / Kumamoto / Oita / Miyazaki / Kagoshima / Okinawa
Hokkaido & Tohoku Area
Hokkaido / Aomori / Iwate / Miyagi / Akita / Yamagata / Fukushima
Chugoku & Shikoku Area
Hiroshima / Okayama / Yamaguchi / Tottori / Shimane / Kagawa / Tokushima / Ehime / Kochi
Media Coverage
We have been featured in numerous TV shows, films, books, and international media.
FAMILY ROMANCE, LLC
Directed by Werner Herzog. Official selection at the Cannes Film Festival. CEO Yuichi Ishii appeared as himself.
Rental x Family
A theatrical film based on Yuichi Ishii's book. Released nationwide in 2023. A talked-about work depicting the reality of family stand-in services.
The Human Rental Shop
A book by CEO Yuichi Ishii (published by Tetsujinsha). Reached #1 on Amazon bestseller list. The first insider look at the people-rental industry.
NHK
Featured on multiple NHK programs. The social significance of stand-in services was introduced to a wide audience.
Nippon TV
Featured on numerous news and variety programs.
TBS
Covered in news programs and documentaries, exploring the social significance of stand-in services.
TV Asahi
Featured on talk shows and news programs. Behind-the-scenes coverage of stand-in services attracted widespread attention.
BBC / CNN
Covered by major international outlets including BBC, CNN, and Reuters. Recognized worldwide as a uniquely Japanese cultural phenomenon.
FAMILY ROMANCE, LLC
Directed by Werner Herzog. Official selection at the Cannes Film Festival. CEO Yuichi Ishii appeared as himself.
Rental x Family
A theatrical film based on Yuichi Ishii's book. Released nationwide in 2023. A talked-about work depicting the reality of family stand-in services.
The Human Rental Shop
A book by CEO Yuichi Ishii (published by Tetsujinsha). Reached #1 on Amazon bestseller list. The first insider look at the people-rental industry.
NHK
Featured on multiple NHK programs. The social significance of stand-in services was introduced to a wide audience.
Nippon TV
Featured on numerous news and variety programs.
TBS
Covered in news programs and documentaries, exploring the social significance of stand-in services.
TV Asahi
Featured on talk shows and news programs. Behind-the-scenes coverage of stand-in services attracted widespread attention.
BBC / CNN
Covered by major international outlets including BBC, CNN, and Reuters. Recognized worldwide as a uniquely Japanese cultural phenomenon.
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Learn MoreImportant Notes
- 1This is an extras arrangement service for film and video production purposes.
- 2We decline requests involving illegal activities or purposes contrary to public order and morals.
- 3Depending on the nature of the production, we may decline certain requests.
- 4We strictly observe confidentiality obligations and manage all production and client information securely.
- 5For extended shooting sessions, please ensure meals and rest breaks are provided for staff.
- 6For distant locations requiring travel, actual transportation and accommodation costs will be charged separately.
- 7Same-day changes (additional staff, time extensions, etc.) may not always be accommodable.
- 8Minor staff require a guardian present. Staff aged 18 and over are recommended.
- 9Please consult with us in advance regarding the handling of likeness rights.
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