Shion Kaji

Shion Kaji is a prominent figure in the digital entertainment landscape, recognized as the father of Ryan Kaji, the face behind the hugely popular YouTube channel Ryan’s World. Together with his wife, Loann Kaji, Shion launched the channel initially to help their son maintain connections with family members. However, it quickly transformed from simple toy reviews into a global brand that encompasses a diverse range of children's entertainment, including digital content, television programming, and a vast array of consumer products. To date, Ryan’s World boasts over 1,000 products worldwide, spanning categories such as toys, clothing, home goods, and books.

Shion is currently focused on expanding the Ryan’s World brand within Japan, aiming to help Ryan connect with his heritage and explore the rich cultural history of the country. He also founded Sunlight Entertainment, the family’s production company that employs a dedicated team of around 30 professionals, including videographers, editors, animators, writers, and voice actors. This dynamic studio produces a remarkable output of approximately 25 videos each week and oversees nine different YouTube channels, including Ryan's World, Ryan's World Español, and others. Collectively, these channels have garnered over 41 billion views and attracted more than 31 million subscribers, a number that continues to rise.