TIME LAPSE SERVICES
From Construction Sites to Cultural Heritage Capturing Change, Beautifully.
About TIME-LAPSE.jp (EN)
This is a page dedicated to time-lapse photography, operated by the time-lapse division of Yamashiro Doboku, a group of civil engineering professionals.
Yamashiro Doboku accepts requests for long-term time-lapse photography. Having actually installed security cameras and performed time-lapse photography at various sites, Yamashiro Doboku possesses in-depth knowledge of on-site photography techniques.
Why not consider creating videos for company PR, internal use, or recruitment advertising.
Yamashiro Doboku’s video shooting service
We provide long‑term time‑lapse filming services.
Time-lapse solutions useful for long-term monitoring
Express in a short time
A time-lapse video is a type of video created by taking still images at regular intervals from a fixed point and stitching them together to show the changes of an event over a long period of time in a short amount of time.
Understanding the construction site
By processing the playback speed and other settings of the captured time-lapse videos, it becomes possible to efficiently understand the construction site by quickly reviewing actual footage, even things that cannot be understood from photos, drawings, or verbal explanations alone. This is effective for safety training, construction procedures, and technical knowledge transfer at construction sites.
Analysis of the causes of malfunctions and accidents
It is also effective for evaluating personnel allocation at construction sites and analyzing the causes of defects and accidents.
Safety education materials
Furthermore, by reviewing the videos, you can identify dangerous areas and risk factors at the site and then compile them into images and videos to present as sample examples, which for safety education.
By utilizing security cameras that allow real-time monitoring of the site via the internet, the effectiveness of such measures can be further enhanced.
Yamashiro Doboku’s Time-Lapse Solution
Time-lapse is a filming and editing technique that condenses long-duration changes into short video clips.
By capturing still images at fixed intervals and playing them in rapid sequence, construction processes and natural transformations that take hours or days are compressed into just seconds or minutes of footage.
In recent years, there has been a growing need to utilize fixed-point video footage over the long term in various fields, such as monitoring the formation and disappearance of sandbars in rivers, sediment accumulation in erosion control dams, embankment deterioration, illegal dumping, and progress management of bridges and public works projects. In particular, “time-lapse filming” using specialized cameras is attracting attention from the perspective of detecting signs of natural disasters and improving the efficiency of maintenance management.
Any Needs or Issues we can help with?
1. I want to keep this as a record.
We want to store documents related to construction, demolition, and
other site activities.
2. There is insufficient video recording.
We don’t have enough video footage for safety training and construction analysis.
3. I want to create powerful visuals.
We’re considering creating a striking commemorative video for the building completion, but we don’t have enough time or the necessary safety measures to do it ourselves.
4. There is a lack of compelling visuals.
We are looking for engaging visual content for recruitment, PR, and corporate branding.
5. The presentation materials are insufficient.
We want to show our clients our scale and facilities in a clear and easy-to-understand way.
Turn Change into Value with Time-Lapse
Scattered Photos & Massive Archives
Before | Traditional Documentation
It is difficult to convey the behind-the-scenes story, including changes and workflow, using only individual photos and documents.
Instant Understanding by One Polished Video
AFTER | Time-Lapse Documentation
Time-lapse makes it easy to show progress, process management, and site scale, instead of relying on thousands of photos and documents.
Three Reasons Only Yamashiro Doboku Can Do
The Perspective of Civil Engineering Professionals
As civil engineering specialists, we handle securing filming locations, safe equipment installation, and on site safety and regulatory compliance entirely in-house. Our installation expertise ensures reliable, long-term operation.
Nothing to do by the client
From installation and filming to time-lapse generation and delivery, we manage the entire process from start to finish. No equipment setup required on your side ? we handle everything.
Designed as Actionable Business Data
Our footage is engineered for real operational use: progress management, safety training, root-cause analysis, and skills transfer. We deliver video that drives on-site improvement and elevates project value.
Use Cases
Construction, Demolition, Repair Sites
Construction documentation
We provide compelling video for building completion celebrations and owner reports. Time-lapse also serves as an objective record of your company’s technical capabilities and safety standards, making it an excellent tool for progress management and safety verification documentation.
Service & Technology Promotion
Service & Promotion
Document and promote your company’s outstanding technologies and services through visually compelling time-lapse footage.
Cultural Heritage Restoration
Art & Media
Record the restoration of culturally significant structures. Ideal as source material for traditional arts, TV programs, and PR videos.
Nature & Garden Documentation
Nature & Gardens
Beautifully capture the passage of seasons, and the growth of natural landscapes and gardens over time.
Recruitment & Public Relations
HR & PR
Create impactful footage that conveys your company’s scale and vision. Perfect for corporate profiles, internal communications, and social media.
FAQ | Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long can I commission a filming period?
We flexibly accommodate any duration from 1 day to over 1 year. Note that projects under 1 month are still billed for a full month.
2. How long does an accurate quote take?
Pricing varies based on the number of cameras. For installation work, we provide a detailed quote after an on-site survey, which takes about one week.
3. How are filming issues handled?
We have automated error-detection alerts in place. Any anomalies are reported to you immediately. Support beyond physical camera setup is handled online.
4. Can you film in rain or at night?
We accommodate all weather conditions. For nighttime filming, color capture is not available, so we use monochrome recording instead.
5. Do you accept international projects?
Generally yes. However, we evaluate each project based on scale, communication infrastructure, power stability, and safety considerations.
6. Can you accommodate editing requests?
For time-lapse footage, we can handle basic requests such as trimming. Advanced editing beyond basic trimming is not included in the standard service.
Project Portfolio
From construction and demolition sites to corporate PR videos, we have accumulated a diverse portfolio of time-lapse filming projects. We deliver robust equipment and professional filming expertise built to withstand long-term deployment.
Kindergarten Demolition / Hatori Kindergarten
This is a time-lapse of a kindergarden demolition project. The careful removal of foundation piles is clearly documented, showcasing a safe, methodical demolition process.
River Improvement Works / Yamazaki River
An 8-month river improvement project captured in full. The complete progress and phases of the construction work are clearly visible.
New Road Construction / Shikida-Okuden Line
An intersection improvement project documented in detail, including traffic safety procedures and the full scope of road construction work.
Process | Just 4 Steps – We Handle the Rest
You don’t need to prepare anything for installation or filming. Simply leave it all to us.
1. Consultation & Quotation
We provide the most suitable plan according to your filming duration, purpose, and installation environment.
* Additional installation fees may apply for sites without electricity.
2. Installation & Filming Start
All equipment installation and configuration is handled by us.
3. Filming
We film safely throughout the designated period, accumulating video data.
* We ask that equipment be returned after filming is complete.
4. Editing & Delivery
Footage is edited and delivered primarily in MP4 format.
* Time-lapse videos do not include text overlays, sound, or graphic design / post-production effects.
* Delivery is expected approximately 2 weeks after filming ends.
Pricing Plans
We will provide a combined quote for time-lapse creation and installation costs based on your filming environment and requirements.
If installation work is not required, the plan will include only the time-lapse creation fee.
Time-Lapse Creation Fee
￥90,000～
/per month (excl. tax)
Special Introductory Rate. Regular price: ￥100,000 / per month.
START WITH JUST 1 CAMERA
FILMING PERIODS FROM AS SHORT AS 1 DAY
- EQUIPMENT RENTAL
- EQUIPMENT INSURANCE
- TIME-LAPSE SYSTEM USAGE
- COMMUNICATION COSTS
- REGULAR STATUS REPORTS
If you handle the camera and installation work yourself, you only need to pay the time-lapse creation fee.
In that case, we will report online that filming has started properly after the equipment has been set up.
Installation Fee
Custom Quote
- ELECTRICAL WORK
- ELECTRICITY COSTS
- EQUIPMENT MOUNTING WORK
- EQUIPMENT ADJUSTMENT
- TRAVEL EXPENSES
- POLE INSTALLATION (IF REQUIRED)
- MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES
Time-lapse video shooting equipment
We use security cameras for recording.
They are highly durable and meet IP67 dustproof and waterproof standards, making them suitable for installation in various environments, including outdoors.
They support 2.0MP (1080P) full HD resolution, providing detailed images.
Time-lapse | Service Flow
1. Customer inquiries and requests for quotes
Please use the mail form to contact us.
When contacting us, please include information such as the subject of the shoot, the location, the shooting period, and any other important details.
2. Submission of quotation
Based on the information you provide, we will send you a preliminary estimate via email.
Estimates are free of charge.
A formal estimate will be provided after an in-person meeting and on-site inspection.
3. Customer’s formal order
Please review the quotation and, if you wish to formally place an order, reply to this email with “Order” in the subject line.
We request that orders be placed approximately six weeks before the start date of the photoshoot.
For first-time customers and individual customers, we generally require payment of the photoshoot fee in advance.
4. Preparations before filming begins
Please provide any relevant materials for the filming in advance.
We will use these materials to create a filming plan.
After surveying the filming location, we will set up and configure the equipment.
Electrical and communication work will be carried out if necessary.
5. After filming began
We will remotely monitor the shooting and recording status.
Please contact us if you have any requests.
6. Delivery and Invoice
After the filming period is complete, we will begin video production.
Video production takes approximately two weeks.
Once the video is completed, you will review it and we will deliver the video data to you.
Please pay the remaining balance after delivery.
7. Feedback
Please let us know if you have any comments, suggestions, or feedback regarding our services.
We will use your feedback to improve our future operations and strive to provide even higher quality services.
If you have any questions,
please feel free to contact us.
Yamashiro Doboku Time-Lapse Division
Feel free to contact us about our time-lapse services, including any questions you may have.
We also welcome inquiries about driveway construction, concrete repair, plumbing & drainage repair, and security systems.
(81) 52-892-6128
Support hours: Weekdays 9:00–17:00
info@yamashirodoboku.jp
https://www.yamashirodoboku.com
Time-lapse | Contact Form
Please use the mail form.
A representative from the “Time-Lapse Division” will reply to you within two business days.
Request or Download materials
Please answer the survey.
We will reply to you with an email containing a download link.
Yamashiro Doboku, Inc.
Corporate Philosophy
Our company is dedicated to building an enduring, thriving community. Through the construction and servicing of water systems and civil structures, every employee strives to be a true professional-in their work and as members of society.
We pursue customer satisfaction and environmental stewardship through trustworthy business practices, approaching every task with integrity to become the one and only choice in our region.
Managing with Heart at the Core
Yamashiro Doboku was founded in 1979 by Keigoro Matsuyama, who built the company from the ground up.
Our continued growth is a testament to every employee carrying forward the founding spirit and dedicating themselves to persistent effort.
As second-generation leader, making sound decisions requires that I continuously refine my character and elevate my thinking.
A leader’s daily decisions define the company’s character and shape employee motivation.
My role is to build a resilient, agile organization and to proactively drive IT adoption and digital transformation in an industry that has been slow to modernize.
By achieving these goals, I believe we can continue to grow and meet the expectations of society for years to come.
Finally, I carry forward what my predecessor held most dear, the spirit of altruism-the sincere desire to bring happiness to those around us.
President and CEO
Shigehiro Matsuyama
Company Overview
| Company Name | Yamashiro Doboku, Inc. |
| Representative | Shigehiro Matsuyama, President & CEO |
| Address | 39 Urasato 3-chome, Midori-ku, Nagoya 458-0847, Japan |
| TEL | (81) 52-892-6128 |
| FAX | (81) 52-892-6175 |
| Established | October 18, 1979 |
| Capital | 80 million yen |
| Core Business | Water & sewer construction, general civil engineering, paving, utility conduit work, demolition, pipe rehabilitation, CCTV pipe inspection, security camera installation, business investment, etc. |
| Business Details | General civil engineering Driveway construction (commercial & residential) Water & sewer construction Pipe rehabilitation (All-Liner method & SW Liner method) Security camera installation Asset management & security system consulting and installation Construction site video production (time-lapse filming) |
| Major Clients | Government: Aichi Prefecture, City of Nagoya |
| Private | Suzunaka Kogyo Co., Ltd. and others |
| Construction License | License No. | Aichi Pref. Governor (Special-5) No. 24464 |
| Approval Date | October 29, 2023 |
| Categories | Civil engineering, scaffolding & earthwork, structural steel, paving, dredging, painting, waterworks, demolition |
| License No. | Aichi Pref. Governor (Special-6) No. 24464 |
| Approval Date | May 22, 2024 |
| Categories | Pipe work |
* As of May 2026
Additional Services We Offer
Concrete Repair
When cracks and rebar corrosion advance, structural integrity deteriorates rapidly.
By taking preventive measures in the early to middle stage of deterioration, it is possible to maintain the building’s original service life.
To reduce the life cycle cost of the construction, we recommend early repair and maintenance.
We specialize in concrete diagnosis and repair to reduce lifecycle costs.
Plumbing & Drainage Repair
Interior plumbing deteriorates silently over time.
Left unattended, it can cause leaks and corrosion that shorten a building’s lifespan.
Contact us for water/sewer work, Nagoya City approved construction, or trenchless factory drainage renovation.
Driveway & Access Construction
With over 40 years of experience in civil engineering, we handle a wide range of projects, from land development to parking lot demolition and residential driveway construction.
We also provide expert guidance on safety, scheduling, and quality optimization.
Security & Asset Management
(AI Camera × Remote Monitoring)
We provide AI-powered camera systems for security and asset management at storage yards and unmanned facilities.
Centralized multi site management, 24/7 operation, and coordinated patrol services through partner security firms.