PHOTO ESCAPES · KYOTO PHOTO TOURS & PHOTOSHOOTS
Good kyoto photo tours & photoshoots fill up weeks ahead and the sunrise slots go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
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”
Capture Kyoto’s old streets, bamboo groves, and quiet corners with a private local photographer, edited images, and all session photos.
“I am extremely satisfied with today’s photoshoot. The photographer Miky is truly an artist, his eye for detail and creativity are exceptional. I loved all the photos even before editing, which says a lot about his talent. He knows all the most cinematic spots and captured them perfectly. On top of that, he is funny, easygoing, and made the whole experience so enjoyable. I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer😍”
Capture Kyoto’s temples, lanes, and seasonal beauty with a private photographer, 50 edited images, and flexible locations for up to six.
“Satoshi did a great job. Our original date of booking was rained out and Satoshi communicated well and was very flexible. Allowed us to move to a different date and recommend a great spot for Kimono rentals and pictures. Got them back a day later and they were amazing. Would highly recommend this if your family wants some memorable photos.”
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!”
Capture Kyoto’s Gion streets, temples, and kimono moments with a private photographer, edited images, flexible timing, and personal posing help.
“Mina was absoluterky amazing🥰He took his time with us and guided us throughout the process. We got to see the top places in Kyoto and get excellent pictures. Thank you Mina.”
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!”
Capture Kyoto memories on a private Arashiyama photoshoot through bamboo, temples, bridges, and Kimono Forest with edited photos in 24 hours.
“Mina was fantastic! He was friendly, easy going, accommodating. He had great ideas and locations already picked out. He was able to turn the pics around in no time. Highly recommend him.”
Review of Kyoto’s private one-day tour with a driver-guide, luxury vehicle, flexible stops, temple visits, and phone photography.
“Our Driver Hamza was on time, he was polite and kind, spoke our language,took us to the places we wanted to see. Waited patiently for us. it was a hot day and he was aware that we were an elderly couple having to take things at a slower place. 🙏👍”
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.”
Review of Kyoto’s 6-hour private Instagram tour, with custom stops, licensed guides, transit tips, costs, strengths, and drawbacks.
“We booked this tour as part of our honeymoon trip to Kyoto, and we’re so glad we did as it covered everything we wanted to see! No worrying about what train to get or directions to get there, we could just take in all the sights. Yoshii oRead more”
Dress in a Kyoto kimono, pose with a professional photographer, and receive digital photos from a machiya or Higashiyama shoot.
“We are very happy with this experience! The staff at yumeyakata were all very friendly during the kimono dressing and the photographer Yoshino was so great, she took wonderful pictures of us! We 100% recommend this experience :)”
Capture Kyoto your way with a private local photographer, custom locations, candid images, and edited digital photos within five working days.
Rent a kimono near Kiyomizu-dera, enjoy a private indoor photo shoot, then explore Higashiyama until 5pm for $48.
“Buona esperienza di Rent Kimono e shooting fotografico. Buona scelta di Kimono, anche se per l'opzione base le fantasie erano limitate. Foto ok ma bisogna pagare un piccolo extra per averle in formato digitale, altrimenti viene stampata una sola foto tra quelle fatte. Molto professionali le ragazze che supportavano nella vestizione.”
Capture 45 minutes of romantic Kyoto memories with a private photographer, optional kimono rental, and edited digital photos within 48 hours.
“We had a lovely time with our photographer, Cici. She answered all of our questions and concerns. The photos are great!”
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