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!!!”
Review of Kyoto’s private Gion photoshoot, with scenic stops, posing help, edited images, pricing, walking details, and practical booking advice.
“Erick was an amazing photographer and very friendly! He took us to some beautiful photo spots that were uncrowded and intimate! He also helped pose us very naturally, which was perfect for us as this was our first professional photoshoot together. We are so happy with our experience, and now we will have these pictures forever to remember it! A great deal for the price!”
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.”
Photograph Kyoto’s Gion, shrines, and Maruyama Park with Satoshi, who provides 50 edited photos and local tips in a small group.
“We engaged Satoshi for a photoshoot in Kyoto and aside from our late arrival and missing the meeting place as we were given wrong directions by multiple people from the subway station, the photoshoot itself was a nice and fun experience. Read more”
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”
Capture Kyoto’s Gion, shrines, pagodas, and bamboo forest with an English-speaking photographer and 50 to 200 edited photos.
“Matt was so much fun to spend time with. He was amazing with our kids, shared cultural information, and ultimately sent us gorgeous photos (the next day!!). We loved this experience and would highly recommend it!”
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. 🙏👍”
A practical review of Kyoto’s private 50-minute photo shoot with Reo, covering locations, edited photos, price, proposals, timing, and who should book.
“Reo was excellent, planned a proposal with him for months and very communicative. His friendliness and professionalism was spot on and help us take our pictures with his perfect picture mind in Kyoto. I would recommend ReRead more”
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.”
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