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11 Photo Tours in Kyoto You Can Book This Week

11 tours  ·  from $21 a head

One country, a rail pass and never quite enough days. These 11 photo tours in Kyoto earn their slot, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to know before you commit.

Kyoto: Maiko Makeover and Photoshoot Experience - Choosing the kimono from 100 designs
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Kyoto: Maiko Makeover and Photoshoot Experience

Kyoto: Private Photoshoot Service - How the Session Feels in Practice
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Kyoto: Private Photoshoot Service

2.Private Photoshoot Service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $78Top rated

Review of Kyoto’s private photoshoot with local photographer Micky, scenic locations, 200+ images, fast editing, and useful booking advice.

“We had an amazing photoshoot with Micky at Yasaka Pagoda Shrine! He was incredibly professional, friendly, and made us feel so comfortable throughout the session. Micky carefully chose the best spots around the area, capturing both the beauty of the location and our special moments perfectly. He took his time to make sure every shot came out beautifully. Highly recommend Micky to anyone looking for a memorable photoshoot experience in Kyoto.”

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Your Private Vacation Photography Session In Kyoto - Starting Around Yasui-Konpiragu
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Your Private Vacation Photography Session In Kyoto

Kyoto: Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Photoshoot - Choosing Between Nishiki Market and Gion
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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Photoshoot

4.Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Photoshoot

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

Dress in a Kyoto kimono, learn the tea ceremony in English, prepare matcha, enjoy sweets, and receive three professional photos.

“Was an amazing experience from start to finish. Attention to detail on being dressed in a kimono of your choice through to learning about cleansing & blessing the tea was so interesting. Professional photos taken along with being able to go outside dressed if you wanted to return 6pm latest. Would totally recommend this experience ! Arigato”

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Kyoto: Private Gion District Photoshoot Experience - Starting at 625 Gionmachi Kitagawa
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Kyoto: Private Gion District Photoshoot Experience

Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Samurai Photo Session - Making matcha and tasting seasonal wagashi
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Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Samurai Photo Session

6.Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Samurai Photo Session

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $72

Make matcha, enjoy wagashi, craft a latte, and pose in samurai armor at a Kyoto machiya in this friendly small-group experience.

“Maya was absolutely phenomenal. She was so kind, funny, and helpful. And her English is fantastic. We learned all about the history of the tea ceremony and got to watch Maya perform it. We then were able to make our own matcha traditionally and then as a latte. Highly recommend!!!”

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Private Photoshoot Experience in Kyoto ( Gion ) - Hōkan-ji and its five-story pagoda
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Private Photoshoot Experience in Kyoto ( Gion )

7.Private Photoshoot Experience in Kyoto ( Gion )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · from $132

Review of Kyoto’s private Gion photoshoot, with scenic stops, posing help, edited images, pricing, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.

“Mina is an exceptional photographer who has a remarkable ability to capture the inner beauty of his subjects. He skillfully guideed me to various picturesque locations, suggesting poses that highlighted my unique features. His friendly and professional demeanor makes the entire experience enjoyable. I wholeheartedly recommend his services.”

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Kyoto Gion Kiyomizudera Kimono Yukata Hairstyle | Photoshoot - The kimono selection: traditional, modern, and family-friendly
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Kyoto Gion Kiyomizudera Kimono Yukata Hairstyle | Photoshoot

8.Kyoto Gion Kiyomizudera Kimono Yukata Hairstyle | Photoshoot

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

Rent a kimono near Kyoto’s Gion or Kiyomizudera, add hair, makeup, and photos, then explore historic streets at your own pace.

“It was a really nice activity, I booked the kimono, hairstyle, make-up and photoshoot. My hair and make-up were very pretty and the photographer was very friendly and professional. I enjoyed the experience and will reccomend it to my friends.”

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Kyoto: Private Photoshoot Experience in Arashiyama Bamboo - Starting at Togetsu-kyo Bridge
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Kyoto: Private Photoshoot Experience in Arashiyama Bamboo

9.Private Photoshoot Experience in Arashiyama Bamboo

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 55 reviews · 90 minutes - 7 hours

Capture polished Kyoto memories in Arashiyama with a private photographer visiting bamboo, temples, bridges, riverside paths, and Kimono Forest.

“The location was amazing, the guide was super professional and nice, and I got great looking memories captured on film! loved it and I would recommend it to anyone as a way to explore a new place and capture the wonder if it.”

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Beautiful Photography Tour in Kyoto - Starting near Gion at Coffee Shop Noen
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Beautiful Photography Tour in Kyoto

10.Beautiful Photography Tour in Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $99

Review of Kyoto’s 90-minute photography tour, with Gion walks, shrine portraits, 50 edited photos, pricing, tips, and practical advice.

“Satoshi was very professional throughout our photography session. We got lucky that it was just my partner and I and our session was the earliest with not much crowd so it was a plus. He was very friendly and chatty. For someone who arRead more”

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Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Professional Photoshoot in Kyoto - Arriving at Nishiki Orizuruya
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Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Professional Photoshoot in Kyoto

11.Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Professional Photoshoot in Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $131

Dress in kimono, learn a Kyoto tea ritual, make matcha, enjoy sweets, and receive three professional photos from this 105-minute experience.

“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”

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