JAPAN · FOOD TOURS
The ones worth booking.
The 15 japan photography tours worth setting an alarm for. The shoots and golden-hour walks travellers come home with full memory cards from, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Cruise Tokyo in a go-kart with a costume, guided route through Asakusa, Skytree and Akihabara, plus a guide photo shoot.
Most Popular“So much fun. Our tour guide was super kind! We enjoyed it!”
Dress in real silk kimono in Yanaka, learn etiquette, walk to a shrine for photos, and get guided shots with iPhone 14 Pro.
“Sayoko was a great host who made my parents and I feel very comfortable and excited throughout the time we were together, even on a very hot day! She took the time to explain traditions to us and also took as many shots as we wanted. Would definitely recommend!”
Morning sumo at Ryogoku: see real practice up close, learn with a local guide, and get included photos if allowed.
“This experience is something that very few Japanese people have witnessed. We had a very informative guide who told us about the rules of sumo wrestling as well as the way of life for the wrestlers. We watched a morning practice that was very intense. It was the real thing! We were also treated to…”
Evening small-group JDM tour with Gaijin Tuned: Wangan-sen sights, Daikoku-style car meets, A-PIT Super Autobacs, and Tokyo Tower photos.
“Victor made this such a great experience! As a solo traveler it can sometimes be hard to find activities to do alone but my driver was great!He was personable but professional as well and explained everything. It was easy finding him for pick up and he took great pictures at each stop. Don’t second guess…”
Kyoto maiko makeover with kimono, pro makeup, and an indoor photoshoot. Includes 3 prints, full photo DATA, and 10-minute selfies.
“Wow amazing experience. I strolled on the streets as a geisha it felt unique. Super expensive but worth it”
A small-group Tokyo night street photo tour in Shinjuku and Shibuya, focused on neon shots, long exposure, and candid moments.
“Myself and fiancee went to Tokyo for a week, we are not pro shooters and only use mobiles, but love photos as memories. We booked with Lukasz who was not phased at all by us being mobile users, he gave is superb shooting suggestions and tips on our mobiles that we will always have going…”
A private 1–1.5 hour Kyoto photo session with a local photographer, 200+ high-res images, optional retouching, and fast delivery.
“Micky was amazing from the beginning to the end of this entire process. He was kind, helpful, responsive and professional. I used this Photoshoot to propose to my GF and he helped chose the location and guide me through the entire thing. During the shoot he knew all the best places to go and was…”
Tokyo night photo walk for small groups with a pro guide, pose help, and 20 edited images from Shinjuku to Shibuya.
“What a sham! Guide gave no information or photography tips. Tour lasted 1.5 hours instead of 2.5. Absolute waste of money and time.”
Shinjuku at night through Pro Gota’s guided photo spots, a welcome drink, and at least 20 professionally edited photos.
“I had an amazing night with my photographer! 🌃 He was extremely kind and attentive. Even though I didn’t understand English very well, he helped me communicate using Google Translate. Before we started, he took me to a bar and asked Read more”
Turn into a Kyoto maiko in 2 hours: real kimono, authentic makeup, wig styling, and a pro indoor photo shoot at Yumeyakata Gojo.
“Both my sister and I enjoyed our Maiko makeover and photo shoot experiences. They are all so nice and friendly at the studio, and treated us well. The kimonos are so beautiful. We couldn’t believe how many steps were needed to put on a kimono !! Amazing experience !!”
Private Kyoto photo session with your own route, guided posing, and about 50 edited photos from a professional photographer.
“My husband and I had a wonderful time with Satoshi. It was crowded when we had our photos, but he was still able to get wonderful shots and guided us to some great spots. Satoshi is fun and great to work with. We highly recommend if you are looking to have a photoshoot of your…”
Ringside access to a real Tokyo sumo stable morning practice, with an end photoshoot option, guide explanations, and a small-group vibe.
“It was a really good introduction to Sumo. I enjoyed watching the practice but would like to have known what level the boys we were watching were. Example: is this their first year? have they had fights against other wrestlers in competition yet? there was an older wrestler there wearing a different colour loincloth, what…”
Watch real Tokyo sumo morning practice in a small group, with a guide, close seating, and a photo session included.
“All went smoothly. Great to see the rikishi doing their thing - a mix of stretching and repetitive exercises, and practice bouts. We were in the back row, but despite what was said at the outset no-one seemed to mind us standing, so we haRead more”
Kyoto tea ceremony in a kimono with English guidance, matcha-making, sweets, and a professional photoshoot with 3 keepsake photos.
“Was an amazing experience from start to finish. Attention to detail on being dressed in a kimono of your choice through to learning about cleansing & blessing the tea was so interesting. Professional photos taken along with being able to go outside dressed if you wanted to return 6pm latest. Would totally recommend this experience…”
Private edgy portrait photo walk in Tokyo’s Shinjuku and Kabukicho with Deniz Demir. Custom shoot, 10 retouched photos included.
“Deniz was prompt and professional. He made me feel so comfortable as we walked and talked. not only do you get an amazing photo session you get a mini tour of the city. He knew all the right spots for the best pictures and I am so happy Read more”
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