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“This was the most exciting and memorable part of my trip. The drive was exhilarating and the guide took fantastic photo ops. They also kept the groups small and it made the experience much more enjoyable for me.”
Dress in real silk kimono in Yanaka, learn etiquette, walk to a shrine for photos, and get guided shots with iPhone 14 Pro.
“We did the tour already last year and came back this time with the whole family because we liked it so much. Thank you so much Sayoko”
Morning sumo at Ryogoku: see real practice up close, learn with a local guide, and get included photos if allowed.
“The practice itself was incredible, it was amazing to see the wrestlers up close. However, our group arrived last and we were seated in the back, which was a bit disappointing. I wish there had been an option to sit in the front row, maybe through a different tour.”
Evening small-group JDM tour with Gaijin Tuned: Wangan-sen sights, Daikoku-style car meets, A-PIT Super Autobacs, and Tokyo Tower photos.
“Do not book this as they will cancel after you get to the meeting point costing you your time and money. This is a scam”
Kyoto maiko makeover with kimono, pro makeup, and an indoor photoshoot. Includes 3 prints, full photo DATA, and 10-minute selfies.
“amazing. was incredibly a great time. the people at the store was kind and friendly, always worried about our comfort and needs.”
A small-group Tokyo night street photo tour in Shinjuku and Shibuya, focused on neon shots, long exposure, and candid moments.
“Had a great time, learned a lot, and will go home with some amazing nighttime images of Tokyo--what could be better?!”
A private 1–1.5 hour Kyoto photo session with a local photographer, 200+ high-res images, optional retouching, and fast delivery.
“Had a lovely photo shoot yesterday with Micky. It was so much fun! He’s so professional and is clearly great at what he does. He picked the most amazing location for the shoot - it was just perfect and stunning. I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer. Don’t hesitate to book Micky if you…”
Tokyo night photo walk for small groups with a pro guide, pose help, and 20 edited images from Shinjuku to Shibuya.
“This was absolutely amazing! Our tour and Photoshoot was so personable, I felt safe and in good hands. Very professional and friendly gentleman. This is a must to do in your stay in Japan. Thank you so much.”
Shinjuku at night through Pro Gota’s guided photo spots, a welcome drink, and at least 20 professionally edited photos.
“I have to say joining this Night Photo Tour was a decision made out of excitement and also leap of faith. I was on a solo trip with no knowledge of what the tour was about because of the lack of information. Even after I confirmed, the compaRead more”
Turn into a Kyoto maiko in 2 hours: real kimono, authentic makeup, wig styling, and a pro indoor photo shoot at Yumeyakata Gojo.
“So fun and professional!!! High quality photos. The address was wrong on my form though which caused a lot of confusion.”
Private Kyoto photo session with your own route, guided posing, and about 50 edited photos from a professional photographer.
“He was lovely, we met in the morning so that it wasn't so crowded, the spots were beautiful and he was very fun to talk to about the different areas. Was very easy to coordinate a surprise and private proposal as well”
Ringside access to a real Tokyo sumo stable morning practice, with an end photoshoot option, guide explanations, and a small-group vibe.
“My sumo tour in Japan was a highlight of my experience and something I’d absolutely do again. I’ll be recommending it to all my friends! It felt even more valuable than attending an actual tournament because you get to learn so much about sumo—how the wrestlers practice and develop their skills. Everyone was incredibly kind…”
Watch real Tokyo sumo morning practice in a small group, with a guide, close seating, and a photo session included.
“Easy to meet . Short walk . Short explanation and direct to practice. After practice all questions were answered . If you never seen sumo before may be worth to ask the instructor after the practice for a short 5 minutes about the history of Sumo and basic rules”
Kyoto tea ceremony in a kimono with English guidance, matcha-making, sweets, and a professional photoshoot with 3 keepsake photos.
“FANTASTIC Experience while in Kyoto FANTASTIC would thoroughly recommend”
Private edgy portrait photo walk in Tokyo’s Shinjuku and Kabukicho with Deniz Demir. Custom shoot, 10 retouched photos included.
“If you are looking for an awesome photographer in Tokyo, Deniz is your guy! Professional, courteous, accommodating, fun, and incredibly kind. I had to reschedule twice due to conflicts, and he was super understanding (as long as his scheRead more”
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