At VML, being Human First is our guiding creative philosophy. We believe the most powerful ideas — the ones that truly move people and businesses forward — are born from a deep and empathetic understanding of human needs, desires, and motivations. Our Human First approach means putting people at the center of everything we do to create award-winning work that inspires, connects, and has a real impact on people’s lives while delivering tangible business results for the brands we serve.
See a selection of our work below or use the drop down menus to filter by expertise and location.
Our Work
Bulk Homme
Your Skin is Your Armor: A Modern Samurai Tale
Bulk Homme sees an opportunity to tell a uniquely different story about men's skincare
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The Coca-Cola Company
Chicken Screams for Coke
A playful, sound-led activation becomes Japan’s new cue to pair chicken dishes with Coca-Cola
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BOSS
So-So Spins Tokyo
We teamed up with BOSS and SO-SO, a two-time world champion beatboxer, to transform the Yamanote Line in Tokyo into a one-of-a-kind audio experience
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Kameya Yoshinaga
Edible Literature
Finding a way to gain a new interest in Wagashi for those who seek new experiences; those who are connected with Japanese tradition but needing a fresh approach
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Peace Wanko Japan
Barksy. The MasterPees Collection
Dogs Become NFT Artists!? Art Project for shelter dogs by shelter dogs.
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Nadai Fujisoba and 230 Soba Street Promotion Committee
Soba Allergy Tattoo Checker
The funniest allergy checker for foreign travelers in Japan.
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