Photo tours & shoots · PHOTOGRAPHY TOURS IN JAPAN
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 14 photography tours in Japan worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Meet your photography instructor at 7 pm near Shinjuku Station for a small-group walk through Kabukicho, Omoide Yokocho, and Shibuya. Charles, Lukasz, Luke, Stephane, or another EYExplore guide may help you set up a camera or phone for neon, long exposures, and street scenes. The tour ends near Shibuya Station.
“Charles was very friendly and profesional. Great Locations and wonderful photos. We would definitly book again.”
Meet at 5:30 pm in Shinjuku for a small-group night shoot with an English-speaking photographer. You will pose in Kabukicho, walk through neon-lit streets, visit Shibuya Crossing, and receive 20 edited photos. Guides such as Gota and Goto are known for friendly direction, quick delivery, and strong local knowledge.
“We had our photos taken with Gato and he was absolutely incredible. Not only did we receive our pictures quickly, but he was also professional, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable about the area. The session was fast-paced and enjoyable, and we couldn’t be happier with how the photos turned out!”
Join photographer Gota for a 90-minute private walk through Shinjuku after dark. You’ll enjoy a welcome drink, pose at Golden Gai, Hanazono Shrine, Kabukicho, Jouenji Temple, and Shintoshin Bridge, then receive at least 20 professionally edited photos.
Meet photographer Gota or another English-speaking guide near Shinjuku Station for a 150-minute evening walk through Shinjuku, Kabukicho, and Shibuya. You’ll enjoy one drink, pose at urban backdrops, and receive at least 20 edited DSLR photos within three days. Private and small-group options are available.
“Gota-san was a great host and an excellent photographer! He is very imaginative and offered many unique shots. He was also very knowledgeable about the area's history. Highly recommended, especially if you don't get enough photos of yourselves when traveling.”
You’ll dress in a kimono or hakama, have your hair styled if you’re a woman, and explore Asakusa with an English-speaking photographer such as Gota or Kentake. The 2.5-hour walk includes Senso-ji, Nakamise Street, Asakusa Shrine, and Tokyo Skytree views, with at least 20 edited photos emailed within three days.
Spend one private hour with Tokyo photographer Okawara Hiroyuki, known as Hiro, in locations chosen around your style and plans. Night sessions focus on colorful neon and cyberpunk scenes. Day shoots can include parks, city streets, seasonal settings, or kimono and yukata photos. You receive over 100 original images, then choose 15 for high-quality editing.
“Hiro is an excellent guide and very understanding. His pictures are amazing and he was very helpful to us. I would highly recommend his work”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Tobu Asakusa Station, choose a kimono or summer yukata, then walk through Asakusa for 150 minutes of portraits, history, and quieter streets. Your guide photographs you at famous sights and lesser-known corners, with hairstyle and accessories included for women. Gota Murakami is praised for kind, creative photography.
“Had a wonderful experience and the photos were so good! I am very shy but Gota-san was very kind and I didn’t feel uncomfortable at all. 10/10 Would recommend to family.”
Meet Saito for a private 90-minute evening trip from Ishigaki to Kabira Bay. Your hotel pickup, return ride, constellation explanations in English, and night-sky photo session are included. Saito holds Starry Sky Sommelier® certification, and the setting far from city lights gives you a better chance of clear, detailed star photos.
“The activity was AMAZING! Beautiful photo spot and Saito was really great!! Must be a default activity here in Ishigaki!!”
Join Ryo and Eriko for a private photo and video tour around Fujikawaguchiko. In about five hours, you’ll visit Lake Kawaguchiko, Chureito Pagoda, Oshino Hakkai, waterfalls, parks, Aokigahara, and two quieter lakes. Simple English and translation tools help keep the day moving, while your photos and video are included.
Spend 10 hours photographing Mount Fuji from Arakurayama Sengen Park, Hikawa Clock Shop, Oshino Hakkai, Lake Kawaguchi, and Oishi Park. An English or Japanese guide handles the bus, tolls, parking, and route from Tokyo. Guide Louis is noted for being friendly and attentive.
Spend about six private hours around Mount Fuji with an English-speaking Japanese guide and driver. Choose a complimentary kimono, then take photos at Lake Kawaguchi, Oshino Hakkai, Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine, and Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine. Hotel pickup, WiFi, parking, and an air-conditioned vehicle are included. Lunch costs extra.
“Tour was amazing!! Sun was so helpful and easy to communicate with when booking! It was amazing to have a private tour with somebody who is very knowledgeable of the area and able to work with our needs and what we wanted to see! Amazing overall 🗻⭐️”
Spend about six hours touring Hakone and Odawara in a complimentary kimono, with hotel pickup offered and an English-speaking guide and driver. Sunny, also called Suni or Sun, can adjust the day to your interests while taking photos at Yumoto Bridge, Odawara Castle, Lake Ashi, and Hakone Shrine. Lunch is not included.
“This was a great tour, highly recommended. We did all the hot spots in Hakone and Odawara! We got so much info about culture and history thanks to our great driver and experienced guide Sunny. He’s a great photographer too, we loved the kimono photoshoot by the sakura.”
Spend six hours crossing island bridges, walking Toguchi-no-Hama Beach, visiting Toriike Pond, and taking in 17END and Kurima views. An English-speaking guide handles the driving and takes photos for you. Hotel pickup covers Miyakojima and Kurima, with lunch at your own cost.
Meet your private photographer near Kaminarimon and spend one to two hours taking polished snapshots around Senso-ji and Asakusa. You can request other Tokyo locations, such as Ginza or Shibuya, if time allows. The guide also offers restaurant, café, izakaya, and sushi-making suggestions. Thirty edited photos are included, while original files and extra edits cost more.
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