KYOTO · FOOD TOURS
The ones worth booking.
The 15 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“offer male option at time of booking we booked it when we arrived”
A private 1–1.5 hour Kyoto photo session with a local photographer, 200+ high-res images, optional retouching, and fast delivery.
“I am extremely satisfied with today’s photoshoot. The photographer Miky is truly an artist, his eye for detail and creativity are exceptional. I loved all the photos even before editing, which says a lot about his talent. He knows all the most cinematic spots and captured them perfectly. On top of that, he is funny,…”
Turn into a Kyoto maiko in 2 hours: real kimono, authentic makeup, wig styling, and a pro indoor photo shoot at Yumeyakata Gojo.
“Very professional, plesent team, excellent experience.”
Private Kyoto photo session with your own route, guided posing, and about 50 edited photos from a professional photographer.
“Satoshi is amazing, we could not be happier with our photographs. He was excellent at making us feel at ease and giving direction to make our photos look best. He gave us great insight into the culture along the way and shared informRead more”
Kyoto tea ceremony in a kimono with English guidance, matcha-making, sweets, and a professional photoshoot with 3 keepsake photos.
“Very happy with this experience. When we arrived we were required to do a short survey after the survey they guided us into either male & female change rooms, they got you dressed into a kimono which you get to choose the colour of and the accessories for your hair (if female). You then put…”
Private Gion Kyoto photoshoot with a pro photographer, guided posing, iconic temples and streets, and 30 edited photos delivered fast.
“The guy showed up on time with a top of the line camera, did an OUTSTANDING shooting and was very friendly and at your service. Even gave a lot of suggestion for our travel about places to visit, eat and where to buy stuff. Absolutely recommended, could not be happier about the esperience.”
A private 90-minute Gion photo walk in Kyoto with five scenic stops, personalized posing help, and dozens of JPGs delivered fast.
“Our photoshoot with Mina was amazing. Gion is absolutely beautiful however it is PACKED WITH TOURISTS! Mina knew where to go to avoid all the tourists and grab those instagram pics! Without him your photos will be full of tourists. He waRead more”
Get Kyoto photos done right in Arashiyama’s bamboo grove and key landmarks, with a private guide, 30 edited images, and fast delivery.
“I had an amazing experience with Mina! He takes wonderful photos and really pays attention to every detail. He gave great tips on poses, which helped make the pictures look fantastic. Even with a lot of people around, he was super patient and took the time to capture the perfect moments. I really appreciated that…”
Rent a kimono near Kiyomizudera or Gion, get dressed by pros, then stroll Kyoto at your pace with optional photos and styling.
“Great service and choice of Kimonos. The dressing experience was quick and a great way to see the intricate details involved in dressing in a Kimino. Our photographer Leila (sorry wrong spelling) was lovely and fun to work with, she took some beautiful photos and knew some great spots in Gion. Definitely recommend!”
A small-group Kyoto photo session with guide Satoshi, hidden Gion spots, and about 50 edited photos delivered within 24 hours.
“We engaged Satoshi for a photoshoot in Kyoto and aside from our late arrival and missing the meeting place as we were given wrong directions by multiple people from the subway station, the photoshoot itself was a nice and fun experience. Read more”
A private 1.5-hour Arashiyama photo session: bamboo grove, Togetsukyo Bridge, Kimono Forest, plus 40 edited photos in 24 hours.
“Met with our guide who accompanied us around good photo stops. Communication was great. Sent loads of pictures for us to select our favourites to be edited. Great to have pics of us together as usually it's just one of us taking the other.”
Wear a kimono in Kyoto, learn matcha tea ceremony basics, and get a professional photoshoot with 3 digital photos to take home.
“It was very lovely! The tea master showed us the ritual and explain very good about the ceremony! I loved the fact that we wear the kimonos which you have a variety to choose from! I will go back again”
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!”
Private Kyoto photo session with Kyotoric in Higashiyama: 50–90 edited photos, portrait guidance, culture tips, and proposal planning.
“Did not get what I asked for and could not use the footage he did for me. Paid way too much for what I got and avoided all my messages. I would never use this person. Beware. His footage he gave did not look like what I asked. Didn't even shoot all the stock i…”
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