Kyoto Premium Photo Experience at NISHIKI

More Time. More Photos. More of Kyoto, Captured Beautifully.

This premium session is designed for guests who want more than just snapshots — you’ll receive up to 100 professionally edited photos over 3 hours of relaxed shooting.
Choose your favorite spots in Kyoto, and our professional photographer will help you make the most of every location.

This is not a tour — it’s a custom shoot. You choose the locations, we capture the memories.

 Highlights

  • Up to 3 hours of outdoor shooting with a professional photographer

  • Receive up to 100 high-quality edited digital photos

  • Shoot at 2–3 locations of your choice in Kyoto

  • Ideal for couples, families, and friends who want premium visual keepsakes

  • Free cancellation up to 4 days before your session

  • Same price for 1–6 guests


Wearing a kimono? Wonderful.


If you've booked a kimono or tea ceremony experience, you're welcome to wear your outfit during the shoot. Please return it by 6:00 PM.

 Please note:  Professional photography is not permitted during the tea ceremony or inside the machiya (traditional townhouse) venue.


 No kimono? No problem.


This photo experience is open to everyone, regardless of what you wear.


Need a kimono or tea ceremony plan?

Make the most of your Kyoto experience by dressing in elegant traditional attire.
Choose from the following options:

👉 Book a Kimono Tea Ceremony Plan
👉 Rent a Kimono Only

What Makes This a Premium Experience?

This is a full-length, private photography session — not a rushed shoot or sightseeing tour.
You’ll have the freedom to choose the locations that matter to you, from scenic temples to quiet backstreets, vibrant riverbanks, or lush parks.

This is your Kyoto, your way. We’re just here to make sure it looks amazing.


📍 Recommended Locations 

Kyoto is full of scenic locations, but some are quite far apart.To keep the session smooth and relaxed, we recommend selecting two spots that are close to each other.
Here are a few suggested combinations that work well within the 3-hour timeframe:

  • Gion and Yasaka Shrine

  • Kiyomizu Temple and Sannenzaka

  • Philosopher’s Path and Nanzen-ji

  • Kyoto Imperial Palace and Kamogawa River

If you have other ideas in mind, feel free to list your preferred locations in the “Any notes for us?” section when booking.

📍 Meeting Point 

Please meet at:

Note: For this plan, only the Nishiki location is available as the meeting point. Thank you for your understanding.

❓ FAQ❓

Q: Is this a guided tour?
No. This is a photography session, not a sightseeing tour. You choose your own locations. If unsure, we’re happy to suggest options.

Q: Can we visit more than one location?
Yes! You’ll have up to 3 hours, which allows enough time to shoot in 2–3 places depending on distance and pace.

Q: What should we wear?
Anything you like! Kimono, formalwear, or casual clothing — just make sure you’re comfortable for walking.

Q: Can we get printed photos?
No. This service includes digital data only. Your photos will be delivered via download link within 7 days.

Q: Can we reschedule or cancel?
Yes.
・Free cancellation up to 4 days before your shoot
・50% cancellation fee if canceled 3 days before
・100% cancellation fee if canceled 1 day before or on the day of

Please note: Your booking is only confirmed once we reply with a confirmation email.  
In rare cases, if a photographer is not available for your chosen time, we will contact you promptly and offer a full refund or help reschedule at no extra cost.


🌸 Professional. Personal. Premium.

Whether you're marking a special occasion or simply want better souvenirs than selfies, this is your chance to capture Kyoto at its best — with style, comfort, and total flexibility.

📅 Book now — time slots are limited.
Let your Kyoto story unfold through the lens.

Included

  • 3-hour private photo session
  • Up to 100 edited digital photos (delivered via download link within 7 days)
  • Photographer’s transportation within Kyoto
  • Professional editing, tax included
  • Same price for 1–6 people

Not Included

  • Kimono rental or dressing
  • Hair & makeup
  • Studio shooting
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Photography inside tea ceremony

Kimono Tea Ceremony Maikoya Kyoto

Kimono Tea Ceremony Kyoto Maikoya NISHIKI is a leading cultural experience provider and a four-time TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award winner. Located in a historic machiya townhouse in the heart of Kyoto, Maikoya offers immersive cultural workshops and activities that provide a unique insight into Japanese history and society. Enjoy a traditional Kyoto tea ceremony, savor the taste of fresh matcha during a delightful tea tasting, and discover the art of Japanese hospitality. Maikoya provides a truly authentic cultural experience, allowing you to connect with Japan's rich traditions. For a more personalized experience, inquire about our private tea ceremony options. Your tea ceremony experience includes a complimentary kimono rental, allowing you to explore Kyoto in style. Choose from a variety of beautiful traditional designs in all sizes, perfect for creating lasting memories. Our friendly, English and Japanese-speaking staff will ensure you have a memorable and enriching time at our Kyoto teahouse.

 

 

Email: nishiki@maikoya.com
Address: 329, Ebiyacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto 604-8076, Japan

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