Ashima
A year in the life of 13-year-old elite rock climber Ashima Shiraishi as she balances fame, career, and trying to be a regular kid.
Ashima is a story of perseverance, determination & family. Ashima represents what can be done when we put our all into our passions, and the sometimes difficult but worthwhile lessons learned along the way. Kenji Tsukamoto, Director
Born in Fukushima, Japan, Kenji moved to America as a child where his family relocated frequently across the country. As a third culture kid, Kenji found a kindred spirit in the world renowned climber Ashima Shiraishi.