Kimono & Costume Photoshoots: Our Top 15

1.Kimono Dressing, Walking, and Photography Session

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 427 reviews · from $67Our pick

Meet Sayoko near Sendagi Station, choose from about 50 silk kimonos or summer yukata, and get dressed with traditional accessories. Then walk through Yanaka to a quiet shrine, learn kimono manners and prayer customs, and pose for photos taken with an iPhone 14 Pro. Hair, makeup, tea, and a professional photographer cost extra.

“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”

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2.Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 276 reviews · from $60Top rated

Meet near Gyeongbokgung Station, choose a hanbok, have your hair styled, then follow James and Jacob through Gwanghwamun Gate and Gyeongbokgung Palace. Expect palace history, pose guidance, scenic photo stops, and more than 100 edited images. Tuesdays switch to Changdeokgung and Ikseondong Hanok Street.

“Very professional and friendly service. The guides were amazing. Would definitely do this again and recommend to my friends”

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3.Maiko Makeover and Photoshoot Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 239 reviews · 2h 30m · from $140

Spend about 150 minutes at Maiko Transformation Studio Shiki choosing a kimono, receiving optional white makeup, false eyelashes, and a wig, then posing in a Japanese room. You receive three printed photos and all images digitally, plus 10 minutes for your own pictures. Optional 30 or 60-minute strolling is available.

“Excellent experience. Very professional and attentive staff. Highly recommended. You get beautiful memories of your trip to this amazing city. Love it!”

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4.Witch Costume Photo Shoot – Olde Salem Village theatrical set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $107

At Witch Pix in Salem, choose one costume from more than 400 dresses, robes, capes, and hats, then pose on the Olde Salem Village set with a photographer. Your 45-minute session includes styling, photography, and digital photo preparation. It suits couples, families, solo visitors, and groups of up to five.

“Very accommodating! Our scheduled time was 6:30 but we showed up 3 hours early and asked if they could get us in early and they did! We had so much fun!”

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5.Professional Hanbok Photography at Gyeongbok Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 172 reviews · 1 hour · from $103

Meet photographer Yong at Gyeongbokgung Station, then walk from your hanbok rental shop to the palace for a private one-hour photo session. He guides your poses, explains palace sights in English or Korean, takes phone photos, and provides 10 edited images, at least 300 selection files, and five Polaroids. Hanbok rental costs extra.

“I had the best time during my photoshoot with Yong. He gave me clear instructions on how to pose, how to stand, and where to look. He was extremely professional, and the photos turned out looking like they came straight from a magazine! Definitely recommend everyone to book this photoshoot and make the best memories!”

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6.Witch Costume Photo Shoot – Witch Cottage theatrical set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $95

At Witch Pix in Salem, a stylist helps you choose one costume from more than 400 options, then a photographer directs your poses on the Witch Cottage theatrical set. The 45-minute session includes styling, photography, and digital photo preparation. Costumes include a robe or dress, cape, and hat, but not hair, makeup, wigs, or footwear.

“The guy taking our pictures was the best and made the whole experience great! The costume were amazing and got great photos! We will be going back!”

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7.Balinese Costume Photoshoot with Make Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 113 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $26

At Singapadu Foto Adat Bali near Ubud, you choose a traditional costume, receive careful hair and makeup styling, then pose for a professional session with Dudik or another photographer. Expect a private or small-group visit lasting about 2 to 4 hours, with edited photos delivered through Google Drive.

“Loved this unique experience. Lady who did make up and dressed us was brilliant. Photos were amazing .... definitely recommend 😊”

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8.Professional Photography Tour Optional Ao Dai Dress in Hoi An

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · from $36

Walk Hoi An Ancient Town with photographers such as Rin or Uyen, stopping at lantern-lined streets, the night market, and Thu Bon River. You can add traditional Ao Dai clothing, makeup, and a flower-lantern boat ride. The 90-minute private session includes unlimited raw images and 25 to 35 edited photos delivered within 24 to 36 hours.

“A really fun, easy 90 minutes with Rin, a wonderful photographer! I felt well supported throughout, and the photos turned out great. As a solo traveler it’s hard to get photos beyond selfies, so I’m glad to have some terrific shots for posterity.”

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9.Dubai Hummer Safari Adventure & Traditional Dress Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 96 reviews · 4 - 4.5 hours · from $216

You’ll ride a Hummer through Lahbab Desert, stop for sunset photos, try sandboarding and a short camel ride, then eat a buffet dinner in an air-conditioned premium camp. Guides such as Faiz, Ahsan, Dawood, and Sadam are praised for safe driving and helpful photos. Quad bikes cost extra.

“Just wrapped an unforgettable desert safari in Dubai and Sadam was the star of the whole experience. Super friendly, easygoing, and honestly felt like we were riding with a friend from the jump. He kept the vibes high, made us feel safe the entire time, and knew all the best photo spots (the man is a natural director low-key 😂). From dune bashing to sandboarding to the sunset views… everything was flawless. If you’re heading to Dubai, ask for Sadam. He made the whole experience 10x better. Highly recommend — memories for life.”

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10.Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 90 reviews · 1h 30m · from $127

Spend 90 minutes at either the Nishiki Market or Gion location, dressing in a kimono, watching an English tea ceremony demonstration, preparing matcha, and posing for professional photos. Staff help you choose colors and hair accessories, while tea master Mami and the team explain the customs in a friendly, relaxed way. You receive three photos and may stroll outside in your kimono afterward.

“It was a very good experience. The attention to detail is superb, the professionals working altogether to make the tea ceremony and kimono dressing a memorable one.I would highly recommend. The photos turned out great too!5 stars!!”

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11.Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Samurai Photo Session

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $71

At a 100-year-old Kyoto machiya, Maya guides you through tea ceremony customs, traditional matcha preparation, seasonal wagashi, and a creamy matcha latte. The session is interactive rather than a simple demonstration, then ends with photos in samurai armor. Expect a small group of up to 10 people, English instruction, and about 50 minutes of tea activities within an approximately 80-minute visit.

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12.Photoshoot in Thai Costume

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 65 reviews · 2 hours · from $144

At ThaiGlam Studio beside Wat Arun, choose a traditional Thai outfit, get ready with makeup and accessories, then work with a photographer such as Ning, Keng, or Ben for a two-hour private shoot. You can request poses, take unlimited photos, and receive the files immediately. Early starts help avoid crowds.

“Best experience ever. The team was amazing and they made an amazing job. Make up was incredible and Ben the photographer was amazing, he helped a lot with the poses and he knows amazing spots to have the best pictures. Thank you so much to everyone, you make me feel like a real princess”

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13.Kyoto Gion Kiyomizudera Kimono Yukata Hairstyle | Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 55 reviews · 20 minutes - 1 day · from $21

Choose from more than 700 kimonos at an OKIMONO branch near Kiyomizudera or Gion. Professional dressers fit the outfit, and you can add hairstyling, makeup at Kiyomizudera, and a private photoshoot with up to 180 raw images. Then explore Gion, Yasaka Shrine, and Kiyomizudera on your own schedule.

“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!”

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14.Tokyo Asakusa: Miu Kimono Rental and Optional Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 54 reviews · from $32

At Miu Kimono Rental near MIMARU SUITES Hotel Tokyo Asakusa, choose a calm-colored kimono or summer yukata, with hair styling for women. You will receive a full outfit, dress in about 20 minutes, and may add an outdoor photoshoot with 15 edited photos per person. English, Japanese, and Chinese support is available.

“Wonderful Team! Joyfull, kind and so carring. They took care of every single detail. We and our three daughters enjoyed the experience so much. We had a great time.”

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15.Tokyo Authentic Kimono Rental in Asakusa with Photography Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $45

At Yae Kimono Rental in Asakusa, you choose a kimono or yukata, receive professional dressing and hairstyling, then explore near Sensoji Temple until returning the outfit by 5:30 PM. Add the photography option for an outdoor session with photographer K or another shop photographer, with images delivered by email within seven days.

“This was such a great experience and so much fun!! I strongly recommend using their photographer. We had so much fun getting our hair done, picking out the colors and getting recommendations from the staff. They were all so friendly.”

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