Private Higashiyama Kyoto Photoshoot with a Local Photographer

5.0
(11 reviews)
Kyoto, Japan

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

IMPORTANT: This is a photography session only. Kimono rental, hair styling, and makeup are NOT included.

The experience is built around your photos, not a fixed sightseeing route. Your photographer adapts the session to the people, crowds, and conditions on the day, with natural direction when needed rather than rigid posing.

After the shoot, you receive all usable high-resolution JPEG photos—not just a small pre-selected set. You then choose the moments you personally want professionally edited and naturally retouched.

This gives you both the complete story of your session and the freedom to decide which images matter most to you.

What's Included

All usable high-resolution JPEG photos from your session
Professional editing and natural skin retouching according to your selected package
You choose which photos are professionally edited
Private professional photography session
Parking Fees
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Kimono/Hair styling and makeup
We don't have a shopfront. We'll meet you on-site at the location

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Nene no Michi Street Next to the rickshaw corner and public restroom Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zT3qK3nnEHg3sakM9 Please follow the GPS using walking mode and zoom in to see the exact meeting point. We'll confirm/contact you before start.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

IMPORTANT: Kimono rental is NOT included. This experience provides professional photography services only.

Meet your photographer in Higashiyama and enjoy a relaxed private portrait session through the historic streets of Kyoto.

Your photographer will guide you with posing, movement, and positioning when needed while leaving room for natural interactions and expressions. No previous photoshoot experience is required.

Possible shooting areas may include Nene-no-Michi, Ishin-no-Michi, traditional Higashiyama streets, and views of Yasaka Pagoda. The exact route is flexible and may change based on crowds, accessibility, local regulations, and conditions on the day.

After the session, all usable high-resolution JPEG photos are delivered through an online gallery. Review the complete gallery and choose your favorite images for professional editing and natural skin retouching according to your booked option.

Session duration and the number of professionally edited photos depend on the option selected when booking.

Couples, families, friends, and solo travelers are welcome. This is a photography session, not a guided sightseeing tour.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Micky P

Tags

Photography Tours
Photo Shoots
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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