Private Photoshoot in Kyoto Gion

Capture Kyoto’s charm with a private photoshoot in Gion. Visit iconic spots and receive 40 edited photos. Perfect for unforgettable memories.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 625 Gionmachi Kitagawa - Planning a visit to Kyoto? Enhance your experience with a private photoshoot that captures the essence of this historic city! Wander through Kyoto’s enchanting streets and scenic landmarks while we take beautiful, high-quality photos of your adventure.
    Typically, we explore 5 iconic locations within 1.5 hours, but we’re…
What's Included
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
  • RAW files
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

What You’ll Receive:
✅ 30 high-resolution, fully edited images delivered within 24 hours (Delays may occur during peak periods)
✅ Access to all unedited images for personal use
Important Details:
Private photoshoots are available for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups.
The journey starts at Hōkan-ji Temple and ends near the delightful Maruyama…

Location
625 Gionmachi Kitagawa
This is the meeting location Yasaka Jinja Nishiromon (West Tower Gate) We're meeting you in front of Orange Torii Gate.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(55 Ratings)
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L5262pbfernandol
Jun 27, 2025
Great Pictures, Memorable Experience! - Our photoshoot with Josh was definitely one of the highlights of our anniversary trip to Japan. Josh was so professional and fun throughout the experience that it felt like we were hanging out with a friend. He made us feel comfortable and our photos turned out beautiful! We really appreciated Josh's awesome photography skills and dedication to his craft. We will definitely be booking this experience again when we go back to Japan and highly recommend it to anybody looking to do a photo session during their trip. Thank you for the wonderful pictures, Josh! You're the best! - Sandy and Fernando
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Stephanie_m
Jun 25, 2025
Josh made this a special... - Josh made this a special experience for our family! Great location and posing tips. Josh was also patient with us when we couldn’t find the meetup location. We strongly recommend hiring this photographer to make your time in Kyoto memorable!
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Loveena_s
May 25, 2025
Mina was amazing. Photos... - Mina was amazing. Photos are great and the tour was nice too. He took us to all the places we wanted to go to.
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Kelly_s
May 18, 2025
It was a fun experience,... - It was a fun experience, very low key and enjoyable. France’s made the process seamless and provided history surrounding the Japanese culture.
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Victor
Apr 24, 2025
Josh is Amazing! - Amazing experience with Josh! He definitely took the time and care to capture special moments. Very knowledgeable about specific places to get great pictures.
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Marcella_n
Apr 5, 2025
"Absolutely magical! The... - "Absolutely magical! The photographer made me feel comfortable and captured Gion’s beauty perfectly. A must-do in Kyoto!"
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Isabella
Apr 4, 2025
Amazing!! - We really enjoyed our photoshoot with Joseph. He was really incredible. He recommended a local kimono shop rental where we were dressed in beautiful garments. Joseph showed us many beautiful spots and took our photos in all different directions and poses. Overall a really fun and positive experience. I was beyond impressed with every step of the process and even received our photos back very quickly. I would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone interested in it.
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Aliyyata2022
Apr 4, 2025
The Best Engagement Photo Experience – Mina is Incredible! - Wow—where do I even begin? My partner and I booked this experience hoping to capture some beautiful photos during our trip, but what we got was so much more. Mina was our photographer, and he truly made the day unforgettable. From the moment we met, Mina made us feel completely comfortable. He’s warm, professional, and has a real eye for detail. He knew exactly where to go for the best backdrops and lighting—places we never would’ve found on our own. Every photo felt natural and dreamy, not staged or forced, and you can tell he’s mastered the art of capturing genuine emotion. This wasn’t just a photo shoot—it was an experience. We laughed, explored hidden spots, and felt like we were just two people in love wandering through the city, with Mina quietly capturing magic the whole time. And here’s the best part: these were our engagement photos, and Mina made us feel like the most important people in the world. The photos turned out absolutely stunning—like something out of a magazine. We couldn’t have asked for a better person to be part of such a special moment. If you’re thinking about booking, don’t hesitate. Mina is amazing at what he does, and you’ll walk away with memories (and photos!) that’ll last a lifetime. Disclaimer: unedited pictures attached :)
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Dana_b
Apr 4, 2025
Amazing photographer - 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 him!
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Edgar_g
Apr 1, 2025
Family Photoshoot in Gion - 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 was kind professional and knowledgeable. He provided more than 1400 raw images and 40 edited! Amazing. He even made exceptional food recommendations around the area. I am highly recommending this tour. Thanks Mina.
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From $134
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).