TOKYO · FOOD TOURS
The ones worth booking.
The 15 tokyo 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“What a great experience we loved it even the dress up bit, would do this again, would highly recommend thank you to the guides they were great”
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.
“Great insight into the sport. Really enjoyed the couple of hours. A long time to sit and not speak though.”
Evening small-group JDM tour with Gaijin Tuned: Wangan-sen sights, Daikoku-style car meets, A-PIT Super Autobacs, and Tokyo Tower photos.
“We were really disappointed with this Tokyo night car tour. Our “guide” said maybe three words the entire four hours. Not his fault, but it was clear the company had overbooked and called in a friend who didn’t speak English. Meanwhile, others in the group had nicer cars and knowledgeable English-speaking guides, which made the…”
A small-group Tokyo night street photo tour in Shinjuku and Shibuya, focused on neon shots, long exposure, and candid moments.
“Really enjoyed the small group tour, visiting some interesting night scenes in Tokyo. Charles, the guide, offered great feedback and tips for proper camera settings to best capture the scenes. The only issue I had was finding the meeting point and although I arrived 10 minutes early to the Shinjuku Station, I was 10 mins…”
Tokyo night photo walk for small groups with a pro guide, pose help, and 20 edited images from Shinjuku to Shibuya.
“Cannot recommend this tour enough!! If you are wanting some fab photos of your trip, a fun time and to learn a little more about the Shinjuku area then this tour is the one for you! Gota knew all the best spots, showed you how to pose and provided information on the area, interesting facts…”
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”
Ringside access to a real Tokyo sumo stable morning practice, with an end photoshoot option, guide explanations, and a small-group vibe.
“Our tour guide was absolutely brilliant! Loved him so much. The experience was great, better than I can ever have expected- it’s a whole new world! So incredible to see such a special part of japans culture. The sumos were fascinating and so powerful!”
Watch real Tokyo sumo morning practice in a small group, with a guide, close seating, and a photo session included.
“Excellent insight into the world of sumo. A very interesting morning. Would recommend to all ages. A bonus too, to have your photo taken with the sumo wrestlers.”
Private edgy portrait photo walk in Tokyo’s Shinjuku and Kabukicho with Deniz Demir. Custom shoot, 10 retouched photos included.
“Knows what he’s doing, very responsive, not afraid to try an idea for a photo shoot you have in mind. Would recommend to others”
Night photo coaching in Shinjuku and Shibuya, starting at a cyberpunk bar, with 20 edited DSLR photos and local spots.
“When I started to plan our days in Tokyo, I saw this tour and I booked it immediately because it was different from the others. My sister and I made the Photo Tour today and it was AMAZING. It was a fun & unique experience and we loved to discover Shinjuku with Gota-San!! The visit…”
Tokyo Portrait Tour with a pro photographer in a small group. Night photos in Shibuya and Shinjuku, edited and sent after. 1.5 hours.
“Really enjoyed this experience. The photographer was fun & full of extra little known facts about the areas we visited. Lots of fun! Worth it in every way!”
Private Tokyo photo shoot for up to 8 with a local photographer. Custom locations, candid style, and a password-protected gallery in 5 days.
“Got some fantastic photos. I’m really happy I booked it. I recommend it if you want some cool memories to take back home.”
Watch Tokyo sumo wrestlers train up close in Ryogoku, learn the sport’s customs with an English guide, and end with a photo shoot.
“Great guide. easy to find guide and meeting location. Not far from meeting point. great experience and knowledgeable guide able to answer all question. recommend.”
Authentic kimono in Asakusa with hair styling and optional pro photos. Private, easy setup, and great value around $45.
“Very beautiful selection of yukata and kimono. We rented ours to go to a summer festival. They have children's sizes as well. From choosing your yukata, to dressing, to hair, everything is done with such care! My daughter and I really enjoyed the experience. Have not felt that beautiful since my wedding day. The location…”
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