KYOTO · FOOD TOURS
The ones worth booking.
The 14 kyoto 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.
Kyoto maiko makeover with kimono, pro makeup, and an indoor photoshoot. Includes 3 prints, full photo DATA, and 10-minute selfies.
Most Popular“I usually hate "touristy things", but this experience was amazing! The staff is very professional and the results are stunning! Thank you very much!”
A private 1–1.5 hour Kyoto photo session with a local photographer, 200+ high-res images, optional retouching, and fast delivery.
“Beautiful park and a wonderful, communicative photographer! We were running late and lugging two small children around and he was very kind and accommodating and understanding! The photos he showed me were stunning and we can’t wait to see how the rest came out!”
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.
“Satoshi is a wonderful photographer! He's very attentive to detail and gives recommendations as to how we should look and pose before he takes the photoshoot. I highly recommend Satoshi for anyone looking for an excellent photographer who is involved and helps you get your best photographs!”
Kyoto tea ceremony in a kimono with English guidance, matcha-making, sweets, and a professional photoshoot with 3 keepsake photos.
“This was an absolute delight to be part of. I had a great time at the tea ceremony and the photoshoot. The team was professional, kind, and respectful. What an amazing experience. I recommend a million percent.”
Private Gion Kyoto photoshoot with a pro photographer, guided posing, iconic temples and streets, and 30 edited photos delivered fast.
“We had the absolute best experience with our photographer, Josh! He went above and beyond to make our engagement photos unforgettable. His attention to detail, creativity, and calm professionalism made the entire shoot so enjoyable. Josh knew exactly what he was doing.. from finding the perfect spots in the Gion district to guiding us naturally…”
A private 90-minute Gion photo walk in Kyoto with five scenic stops, personalized posing help, and dozens of JPGs delivered fast.
“Josh was AMAZING! The photos he took were absolutely beautiful, he told us exactly how to pose and his ideas were so cool. He gave us a little history about Kyoto as we were walking to different spots. He made us feel very comfortable, and he was so friendly. We truly enjoyed our shoot with…”
Rent a kimono near Kiyomizudera or Gion, get dressed by pros, then stroll Kyoto at your pace with optional photos and styling.
“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.”
Get Kyoto photos done right in Arashiyama’s bamboo grove and key landmarks, with a private guide, 30 edited images, and fast delivery.
“I ABSOLUTELY recommend you to book this activity without a second thought! This was my first photoshoot ever which I chose as a gift to myself on my birthday. It made my day so so special! Thanks to the wonderful photographer Mina. I was feeling quite nervous & awkward at first but Mina was great…”
A small-group Kyoto photo session with guide Satoshi, hidden Gion spots, and about 50 edited photos delivered within 24 hours.
“Satoshi was very professional throughout our photography session. We got lucky that it was just my partner and I and our session was the earliest with not much crowd so it was a plus. He was very friendly and chatty. For someone who arRead more”
A private 1.5-hour Arashiyama photo session: bamboo grove, Togetsukyo Bridge, Kimono Forest, plus 40 edited photos in 24 hours.
“Mina was fantastic! He was friendly, easy going, accommodating. He had great ideas and locations already picked out. He was able to turn the pics around in no time. Highly recommend him.”
Wear a kimono in Kyoto, learn matcha tea ceremony basics, and get a professional photoshoot with 3 digital photos to take home.
“I got lazy & booked a tea experience through a big tour aggregate, so I’m not sure why I was expecting something super authentic & special. The ceremony itself was lovely & our tea master could not have been nicer. That part gets 5 stars! BRead more”
Private Kyoto photo shoot with an English-speaking photographer in Gion, Fushimi Inari, Higashiyama and Arashiyama, delivering 50–200 edited photos.
“Matt was so much fun to spend time with. He was amazing with our kids, shared cultural information, and ultimately sent us gorgeous photos (the next day!!). We loved this experience and would highly recommend it!”
Private Kyoto day for up to 6 with guide, luxury AC vehicle, and photo help. Customize visits to Arashiyama, Kinkakuji, Fushimi Inari.
“Guide was very knowledgeable about the sites and city. He took us to all the major attractions and was flexible with pick ups. Would highly recommend Ali!”
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