COVID Without Lockdown: The Swedish Experience

While based in Japan, Kristoffer remotely directed a feature on Sweden’s decision not to lock down during the COVID-19 pandemic—a stark contrast to many global responses.

The report, told through personal stories and on-the-ground footage, examined Sweden’s strategy of voluntary guidelines, the high public trust it required, and the complex realities that followed.

Produced in Swedish with Japanese subtitles, the segment aired on Yahoo Japan’s Expert Voices platform.

Watch on Yahoo Japan

Director & Storyteller

Kristoffer Rage Krantz Kristoffer Rage Krantz is a Tokyo-based director creating human-centered, documentary-style films for global brands and broadcasters. His work blends journalism, cinematic visuals, and a calm, precise approach to storytelling.

With a decade of experience across Japan, Sweden, and Brazil, Kristoffer brings a clear, international perspective to every project. He has directed work for National Geographic, NHK WORLD, and HuffPost, and often works on stories that bridge cultures, places, and ideas.

Fluent in English, Japanese, Portuguese, and Swedish, he collaborates easily with multilingual teams and is available for remote or on-location projects worldwide.

Reach me at: hello@thekompany.co.jp