Japan · PHOTOSHOOTS & PORTRAIT TOURS
Every itinerary has one free day too few. These 15 photoshoots & portrait tours justify the slot — priced, timed, and sorted so you can decide in minutes.
Watch Tokyo’s sumo wrestlers train in a real stable setting in Ryogoku, with guide help, included photos, and a short sumo town walk.
“The tour was very interesting. We saw the wrestlers practice for over an hour. There was a brief introduction beforehand. All in all, I recommend. There is no lunch or other activities with the tour.”
Dress as a Kyoto maiko in a small group, choose from 100 kimonos, get pro hair and makeup, then enjoy a guided photoshoot plus optional strolling.
“The experience made me feel very feminine. The make-up artist and the photographer are really masters of their trade. The process gave a glimpse of the intricacy of maikos’ make up and dress up process. As I took strolling option I could walk around the Gion district and received so many compliments of people saying “you are so beautiful”. Many also wanted to make pictures with me. I must say that wearing kimono makes you move more elegantly. Oh, and pictures were simply… marvelous! I definitely suggest this experience and regard it as one of my highlights of visiting Japan.”
Private Kyoto photoshoot with a local photographer, Gion and Arashiyama spots, 200+ images delivered in 2 to 3 days.
“Micky was the absolute best! Everything you could ever want or ask for in a professional photographer! He was able to take a crowded streets/scenes and capture moments as if we were the only ones there! Great communication, very prompt with getting our pictures to us, amazing editing! Cannot say enough good things about our experience. 10/10 would recommend!”
Watch Tokyo sumo morning practice up close at a heya, get a ring-side view, plus a guided photo session with wrestlers.
“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 and English instruction, plus a matcha you whisk yourself and a professional photoshoot with 3 pictures.
“Lovely experience, the host was fantastic and we had a great time. Really happy with the whole process, you get to wear the kimonos, you can choose the colour of the fabric & the hair accessories. The whole tea ceremony was fantastic and we had someone take out pictures with the kimono, but u also have time to take your own photos.”
Private Osaka night photo shoot in Dotonbori, Glico Sign to Hozenji Yokocho. Posing help, 200+ JPGs, plus 30 edits.
“This was such a fun experience! Josh was very helpful and professional, making sure we got our angles right and the pictures come out the best they possibly could. We ended up with tons of great photos and it was in the end very hard to pick a favourite. Thank you!”
Edgy portrait photo shoot in Tokyo (Shinjuku to Kabukicho). Customize your route, get 10 edited photos, and learn the city in 1 hour.
“Second time I booked and I had an awesome time! I did a night time shoot this time and they looked amazing!”
Private Kyoto Gion district photoshoot with a pro photographer, up to 5 iconic spots, 30 edited JPGs, and calm posing guidance.
“Lovely pictures and a fun photographer who was willing to take a lot pictures of different poses”
Hands-on Kyoto matcha ceremony in a 100-year-old machiya, plus seasonal wagashi and samurai armor photo time. Small group.
“I had lots of fun! Maya was a very fun host. I highly recommend visiting here! You will not be disappointed and will learn how to make matcha the proper way!”
Private photo tour from Kanazawa to Takayama and Shirakawago with hotel pickup and 30 edited photos delivered after your day.
“We may not have been lucky with the cherry blossom but we were VERY lucky with the weather and with finding Tk to guide us… memorable day indeed… Shirakawago is a must see glimpse into the past Takayama was both scenic and deliRead more”
A private 1.5-hour Kyoto photo shoot in Gion with a photographer, five scenic stops, and downloadable edited JPGs, built for real moments.
“That was a nice experience. Micky is cool guy, fluent in English. And I got many great photos. So definitely recommend!”
A 90-minute small-group night photo tour through Shibuya and Shinjuku, guided by a pro photographer, with edited portrait photos sent after.
“The tour was amazing. Smita was adorable and so very friendly. I enjoyed every moment with her. Her choices of locations were just perfect for a night photo shoot.”
Get a private Arashiyama bamboo photoshoot with up to 6 stops, 30 edited JPGs in 24 hours, and guided posing through Kyoto scenery.
“It was an amazing experience, really the photographer is professional and know how to take photos even though the area was so crowded. Keep the good job Mina.”
Rent a kimono near Kiyomizudera or Gion, get styled and photographed, then explore Kyoto at your own pace with pro help.
“It was a really nice activity, I booked the kimono, hairstyle, make-up and photoshoot. My hair and make-up were very pretty and the photographer was very friendly and professional. I enjoyed the experience and will reccomend it to my friends.”
Rent a calm-color kimono in Asakusa and add a private studio photoshoot, with English help, hair styling for women, and edited digital photos.
“This was a wonderful experience. Everyone was friendly and helpful. We decided to have a professional photoshoot and our family pictures were Amazing!! Highly recommend.”
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