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Free Wave Co., Ltd.
1F, NK Building, 3-19-10 Ikejiri, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 154-0001, Japan
FAX 03-6453-2743 Mail:info@f-w.co.jp

About Kids Models

About Kids Models

Free Wave is a specialized kids modeling and talent agency based in Tokyo and Osaka, with a roster of over 800 foreign, mixed-heritage, and Japanese kids models.

Our talents are active across a wide range of fields, including TV programs such as regular appearances on NHK, TV commercials, fashion magazines, dramas, films, stage productions, and musicals. We provide numerous opportunities not only as models but also as talents and actors.

Through work, we carefully support our talents to develop a spirit of challenge and gratitude, and to experience the joy of contributing to a project. We remain committed to ensuring that both our clients and kids models, together with their guardians, can participate with confidence and peace of mind.

STRENGTHS – Four Key Strengths of Free Wave

  1. A Wide Range of Kids Models Across Ages and Ethnicities

    Free Wave represents kids models from infants (baby models) to junior and teen models, including foreign, mixed-heritage, and Japanese. Our roster spans a broad range of nationalities and ages. From experienced child actors and kids talents active in NHK programs, TV commercials, films, and stage productions, to fresh newcomers just starting their modeling careers, we provide casting tailored to your needs.

  2. Support from Managers Experienced in Kids Projects

    Our managers specialize in kids model projects and provide thorough support to ensure smooth shoots from start to finish. At Free Wave, we actively communicate with both kids and their guardians to build trust, and accompany them on set when necessary. We also offer dedicated guidance, such as audition preparation lessons, to help our kids models succeed in auditions. With a track record of supplying many kids talents for large-scale projects, we support their growth as actors and talents.

  3. Respect for Children and Focus on Personal Growth

    We respect each child’s dreams and goals, maintaining close communication with their guardians to nurture their growth as kids models. We emphasize character development as well as modeling skills. Through our work, we aim to create experiences that make both clients and guardians fans of Free Wave.

  4. Attentive Support for Guardians

    We have five managers and staff members who are mothers returning from childcare leave. Under our motto “Free Wave – A Mom-Friendly Agency”, we provide detailed support informed by parenting experience. As a trusted foreign model and talent agency with over 30 years of experience, we offer comprehensive support in the training, casting, and management of kids models and actors. We help discover and nurture new talents while addressing any questions or concerns with care and attention.

    Attentive Support for Guardians

Parents’ Feedback

  • “This agency truly supports what children want to pursue."

    "The managers are kind and friendly, making every job an enjoyable experience. Many of them are mothers themselves, which makes them easy to talk to and very dependable. There is a wide variety of work available, and the agency is lively and encouraging of each child’s individual interests. In addition to dance lessons, there are occasional workshops where children have the opportunity to receive direct instruction from actively working adult talents represented by the agency.”

    (Testimonial from a guardian of an 11-year-old girl, enrolled for 4 years)

  • “All of the managers are kind and provide exceptionally attentive support."

    "Whenever we feel anxious about auditions, they take the time to carefully discuss preparation strategies with us. For large-scale auditions, they offer self-promotion coaching via Zoom or at the agency, interview practice, and acting guidance. Thanks to this thorough support, our children have successfully passed many auditions. Communication is also very smooth, not only via email and phone, but through LINE and text messages as well, which gives us great peace of mind. Many of the managers are mothers themselves, and they truly care about each child.
    We always feel confident and secure entrusting our children’s work to them.”

    (Testimonial from a guardian of sister models, ages 8 and 12, enrolled for 2 years)

  • “The managers truly put the models first."

    "Many of the managers have children of their own, which allows them to communicate from a parent’s perspective. When they accompany children on set, they handle them with great care and skill, and thanks to their support, many shoots have gone smoothly. I value building a trusting relationship with the managers, so I often spoke with them by phone. Every manager is friendly and easy to talk to. Even on shoots without accompaniment—where it can be difficult to know what is considered normal in the industry—they always listen attentively and provide appropriate, thoughtful advice whenever something arises. Email communication is also very smooth, with quick responses that give us peace of mind. Shoot conditions can vary and sometimes involve long hours, but the managers negotiate as needed and consistently prioritize the well-being of the models. We are truly grateful for their model-first approach.”

    (Testimonial from a guardian of sibling models, ages 10 and 7, enrolled for 6 years)

  • “A wide variety of projects across multiple genres offers countless opportunities to grow."

    "This agency represents not only kids models but also adult models and talents, and offers a rich range of projects including commercials, television, still photography, films, and magazines. With opportunities across many genres, it is an agency where talents can truly expand their careers. While most contracts are freelance-based, there is also the possibility of becoming an exclusive talent depending on work performance. All of the managers are kind, thoughtful, and considerate. Many of them are parents themselves, so they understand the perspectives of both children and guardians and respond with great flexibility. Recently, the agency has also been holding workshops specifically for kids models, showing a strong commitment to talent development. We highly recommend this agency to foreign and mixed-heritage children who aspire to become talents.”

    (Testimonial from a guardian of sister models, ages 8 and 12, enrolled for 2 years)

Case Studies

Kids models and mixed-heritage kids models are actively featured across a wide range of fields, including television and children’s programs, commercials and advertising, fashion magazines, and stage productions.

FAQ

FAQ for Kids Models

Are there any special considerations when hiring child models in Japan?
Yes. Young children may sometimes become tired, upset, or uncooperative during long shoots. For children under 3 years old, we can arrange a double-cast option to ensure continuity. Please note that, under Japanese labor law, children cannot work after 8:00 p.m. or for more than 8 hours per day.
Will on-site support be provided during shoots with kids?
Yes. For first-time child models, large-scale productions, or shoots with complex requirements, a manager will accompany the child to provide on-site production support and ensure smooth progress.
Can you provide casting for shootings that are tailored to specific age requirements?
Yes. Once we receive your desired casting profile, our experienced managers will propose suitable child models along with their latest photos and measurements. We offer personalized support, so please feel free to consult with us.

CONTACT

Business Hours: Weekdays 10:30–19:30
(excluding weekends and public holidays)

FAX (Head Office): 03-6453-2743

Access:[Tokyo Head Office] / [Osaka Office]

Free Wave is an industry-leading foreign model and talent agency based in Tokyo and Osaka.