Kyoto Photography Services
443 reviews
2K+ booked
Yasaka Shrine Nishiromon Gate (Western Tower Gate)
- The photographer has lived in Japan for many years and knows many of Kyoto's hidden gems. Feel free to discuss specific location requests with the photographer.
- Customizable photoshoot plans tailored just for you.
- Skilled at photographing everyday people, so even if you're not photogenic, don't worry!
- 20 years of photography experience, including 8 years as a freelance photographer in Japan, and experience as a stills photographer for film and television.
- Our studio offers photographers who speak English, Japanese, Chinese, Cantonese, Hakka. Please specify your preference when contacting us. (If not specified, a photographer will be assigned randomly. If the requested language photographer is fully booked, a photographer who speaks another language will be assigned.)
What to expect
- Professional photographer services available
- The photos you see are taken by the photographer you select
- Meet directly at the photo shoot location, with time starting from the meeting time, eliminating wasted travel time to the scenic spot
- You can communicate the shooting location and your requirements in advance. If the photographer does not receive any reply from you before 9 PM the day before, please gather at the West Gate of Yasaka Shrine at your scheduled time.
- The photographer is good at photographing ordinary people, and will guide you even if you don't know how to pose
Good to know
- This photography service does not include kimono rental. If you require kimono rental services, please inquire separately for photographer recommendations.
- Both kimono and personal attire are acceptable for shooting. (Wedding dresses and light wedding dresses require separate consultation; light wedding dresses require booking two or more service sets.)
- Walking long distances in kimono wooden sandals can be tiring. We recommend bringing your own comfortable and easily changeable shoes.
- You can specify a photographer when placing your order, but during the busy cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons, shooting times may need to be adjusted based on the availability of the specified photographer. Nico is off on Sundays and Japanese holidays. If you need to specify Nico, please choose other booking dates.
- Kyoto is crowded during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons. If possible, choose to shoot before 10:00 or after 16:00, when there will be fewer people and the light will be more beautiful. If you have specific requirements for the shoot, you can choose this option.
- We may publish your photos in our portfolio and on social media. If you do not want us to do so, please let us know in advance. Thank you.
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