Japan · PRIVATE PHOTOSHOOTS AND PHOTO TOURS
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Booked six months out or from a hotel lobby that morning, these 15 private photoshoots and photo tours are the ones to take. Every entry below carries its price, its length and the detail that decides it, so you can choose one and get back to the map.
Tokyo’s Ryogoku sumo morning practice with close-up training, included photo coverage, and a guided stroll near Kokugikan in about 2 hours.
“Incredible to be so close to the wrestlers. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and pointed out many intricate details.”
Dress as a maiko in Kyoto with a 100-kimono choice, pro hair and makeup, and a guided photo shoot. Includes prints plus digital data.
“This activity was super special. They are quick with Make up and garnments! Love it every minute!!!!”
Tokyo neon street photos with a pro instructor in Shinjuku and Shibuya, plus long exposure tips for camera or smartphone.
“Charles is very personable, friendly, and knowledgable about the local area! He helped make lay some important tips and adjustments I wasn't quite getting right to make the shots perfect!”
A private Kyoto photo session with Micky, 200+ high-res shots, fast delivery, and natural, candid portraits in Gion, Pontocho, Arashiyama, and more.
“Micky was so patient but proactive with time— every moment was a beautiful photo. He knew the best spots and how to work around the crowd, and how to maximize leaves falling for autumn perfection. We got some solo and together shots. He was also very accommodating, which was so appreciated and made the whole experience that much more fun and less stressful. Highly recommend for a wonderful kimono photo shoot— my sister and I can’t wait for the edited photos!”
Small-group Tokyo night photo walk from Shinjuku to Shibuya, with a pro photographer, 20 edited shots, and hands-on posing tips.
“Cannot recommend this tour enough!! If you are wanting some fab photos of your trip, a fun time and to learn a little more about the Shinjuku area then this tour is the one for you! Gota knew all the best spots, showed you how to pose and provided information on the area, interesting facts we would not have known otherwise. He walked very fast but we were able to keep up. He also provided the photos VERY quickly the night that they were taken and they were all edited up amazingly. Highly recommend!”
Shinjuku after dark with photographer Pro Gota, a welcome drink, neon alley portraits, and 20+ professionally edited photos in 90 minutes.
“I had an amazing night with my photographer! 🌃 He was extremely kind and attentive. Even though I didn’t understand English very well, he helped me communicate using Google Translate. Before we started, he took me to a bar and asked Read more”
Private Kyoto photo session in Gion and beyond. Choose your spots, get about 50 edited photos, and get local guidance.
“Satoshi was wonderful and absolutely love his photography style. My husband and I plan to return to Japan and will rebook at our next trip.”
Tokyo sumo morning practice tour with close ring-side seating and a photo shoot, guided small-group visit, ending in Kiyosumi Gardens.
“Very unique experience. My boys and I enjoyed learning about this major Japanese sport. We were one of three groups. Around 20 people total. So everyone could see without issues. The athletes were very focused on their training so the small audience didn’t seem to distract them.”
Kyoto tea ceremony with kimono, English matcha tutorial, and a professional photoshoot in Gion or near Nishiki Market.
“AMAZING, if you come to kioto this experience is a MUST. I totally loved it”
Private nighttime photos in Osaka’s Dotonbori. Glico Sign, Hozenji lantern alley, America-mura, pro posing tips, and edited JPGs fast.
“Mina was awesome and down to earth, Mina knew great locations and poses for awesome pictures and he even gave me food recommendations tour of Dontonbori from ramen to Kobe beef, highly recommend for pictures when you are here, thanks again Mina 5 stars excellent!”
Edgy Shinjuku to Kabukicho private portrait shoot with Pro Tokyo Photographer Deniz Demir. Get 10 edited photos in about an hour.
“La experiencia fue increíble, es un fotógrafo de verdad el cual desde un principio deja claro que es un profesional. Muy contento con los resultados. Si quieres una sesión de fotos original en Tokio sin duda este es tu fotógrafo”
Private Kyoto Gion photoshoot with a pro photographer, kimono-friendly posing, iconic stops, and 30 edited photos delivered fast.
“If you want beautiful Pictures of your trip to Kyoto I would definitely recommend this activity! The photographer was very nice, he helped me get comfortable, he took pictures according to the settings I liked on the way, the whole photoshoot was very easy-going and adapted to me. It was also a very fun experience !”
Make matcha and a Kyoto-style matcha latte in a 100-year-old machiya, then wear samurai armor for photos in small group Kyoto fun.
“The tea ceremony was amazing! Maya was so kind and informative! We learned a lot and had so much fun! I would highly reccomend!”
Private Takayama and Shirakawago photo tour from Kanazawa with TK Photography, hotel pickup, pro shoot, and 30 edited images.
“Great day with trip customized to our needs. Excellent English. Very experienced photographer. Knows the sites to see and where to eat.”
Private 90-minute photo shoot in Kyoto's Gion with 5 stops, expert posing, and edited JPGs for about $132.
“Mina did an amazing job of capturing photos of my husband and myself during our time in Kyoto for our five-year wedding anniversary. The five photo locations that he took us to were all within a short walk of each other but each provided a unique backdrop. Communication was excellent and we received raw images for the whole photoshoot within a few hours and forty high-quality edited images within 2-3 days. He also provided some suggestions for restaurants and other activities that helped to add to our great time in Kyoto. Would highly recommend this experience to other travelers!!”
