PHOTO ESCAPES · KIMONO AND COSTUME PHOTOSHOOTS IN JAPAN
Good kimono and costume photoshoots in Japan fill up weeks ahead and the sunrise slots go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Dress in a real silk kimono, learn Japanese etiquette, stroll Yanaka, and enjoy a photo session with guide Sayoko for $67.
“We did the tour already last year and came back this time with the whole family because we liked it so much. Thank you so much Sayoko”
Transform into a Kyoto maiko with kimono, makeup, studio portraits, digital photos, and optional Gion strolling in a 150-minute experience.
“Very cultural experience, the staff if super friendly. I A memory k will never forget”
Dress in a kimono, learn tea ceremony customs in English, make matcha, and receive three professional photos during this Kyoto experience.
“Our guide, Mami was very knowledgeable and very kind!”
Learn Kyoto tea ceremony, make matcha and a latte, enjoy wagashi, and pose in samurai armor at a 100-year-old machiya.
“Maya was absolutely phenomenal. She was so kind, funny, and helpful. And her English is fantastic. We learned all about the history of the tea ceremony and got to watch Maya perform it. We then were able to make our own matcha traditionally and then as a latte. Highly recommend!!!”
Rent a kimono near Kyoto’s Gion or Kiyomizudera, add hair, makeup, and photos, then explore historic streets at your own pace.
“maravillosa! la recomiendo completamente! es una experiencia única! desde que empieza hasta que acaba, se disfruta, se vive, excelente servicio, tanto del kimono, peinado y maquillaje como del fotógrafo! no sé la pueden perder!”
Rent a kimono in Asakusa, add a studio or outdoor photoshoot, and explore Tokyo in traditional dress with helpful multilingual staff.
“Wonderful Team! Joyfull, kind and so carring. They took care of every single detail. We and our three daughters enjoyed the experience so much. We had a great time.”
Dress in a kimono, style your hair, and explore Asakusa with optional professional photos at Yae Kimono Rental for $45.58.
“Very friendly and helpful service! A wide variety of Kimonos to select from. The hair stylist was so sweet and cheerful and made the whole experience one to remember! I would definitely recommend this company!”
Wear a kimono, learn a Kyoto tea ritual, make matcha, and receive three professional photos in this intimate 90-minute experience.
“It was very lovely! The tea master showed us the ritual and explain very good about the ceremony! I loved the fact that we wear the kimonos which you have a variety to choose from! I will go back again”
Wear a kimono, learn matcha rituals, visit a shrine, and receive keepsake photos during this intimate 2.5-hour Tokyo tea ceremony.
“We were absolutely overwhelmed by this tea ceremony experience. It was one of the best and touching experiences we had during our trip. Sayoko was so friendly and explained everything - also in advance choosing the best kimonos. She explainnot only on the tea ceremony itself, but also on the correct way to behave and pray in a Shinto Shrine. Sakoyo also took pictures of us wearing Kimono at the Shrine. The tea ceremony itself was led and explained by an experienced tea ceremony teacher. We both were deeply impressed by her and the ceremony which gave us the feeling to be welcomed friends rather than foreigners from a different…”
Dress in a traditional kimono near Meiji Shrine, then enjoy a friendly English-led studio or outdoor photo session in Harajuku.
“great experience with very nice ladies that were both professional and kind”
Dress as a Kyoto maiko and samurai, enjoy professional styling, a private-style photo session, three prints, and all digital images.
“This photo shoot couldn’t have been better. We chose the couples package and it was awesome. The staff was kind, professional, and timely. The costumes were absolutely top notch. The makeup artist was very good. Best of all we only waited 20 minutes after our shoot & our phots were processed, printed, and emailed. I highly recommend this activity, book it.”
Rent a kimono or yukata in Osaka for a full day, add hairstyling and photos, then explore Dotonbori, Namba, and beyond in style.
“Absolutely fantastic experience, the 2 of us felt so beautiful. The staff were amazing and exceptional. The Yukata were beautiful. Would highly recommend Meet Kimono.”
Step into an oiran-style kimono at a private Asakusa studio for professional hair, makeup, posing, and all your digital photos.
“This experience was the highlight of my Tokyo visit. I arrived early to Asakusa to look around before my reserved time. I happened to walk by the side door where the studio was located, so I was happy to be around the area and not miss my appointment in the event I wasn’t able to find it. There were 3 wonderful women who explained the process and then we picked the kimonos and hair accessories. The make up was beautiful, the hair was done with so much care, the kimonos were high quality. All the photos came out excellent, all my friends and family have complimented me of the pictures…”
Review of Osaka’s private kimono photoshoot, with studio cherry blossoms, Shinsaibashi photo stops, 100 digital images, and optional hair and makeup.
“The experience we had today was beyond expectation. My daughter had make up and hair plus photoshoot. The studio was clean, every staff was kind and welcoming. The photographer went above and beyond in the hot sun, carrying props and taking us to great photo spots that only local knows. We’ve had many photo sessions done and I have to say this one was the best! Highly recommend it.”
Dress in a kimono, explore Asakusa with an English-speaking photographer, and receive 20 edited photos within three days.
“Gota was really professional and I had a great photography tour with him! Highly recommend! Gota and I had to wait for each other 30 minutes past tour start time since the company told us different meet up locations and wouldn’t let us coRead more”
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