Researcher · Engineer · Sound Artist
Junichi Shimizu
I research and build interfaces for generative AI, with a focus on music, creative tools, and Human–Computer Interaction.
My work spans machine learning prototypes, full-stack product development, interaction design, and sound programming.
Now
Current work
Two independent projects exploring how generative models can become playable, inspectable instruments rather than one-shot content generators.
A few recent projects
Selected works
Recent talk · ADC Japan 2026
Designing Interactive Machine Learning Tools for Music Generation Models
Session detailsBackground
9+ years in Sony R&D, working across AI, HCI, creative tools, and interactive music.
Visiting Researcher at UAL Creative Computing Institute from 2022 to 2023.