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Hire a Photographer for a Photoshoot in Kyoto

Welcome to Localgrapher, your local photographer in Kyoto, Japan, Asia, and other 1000+ destinations around the globe. This is your gateway to stunning memories captured in every frame!

Dive into professional portfolios of handpicked photographers and book the one that matches your style the best for a solo photoshoot in Kyoto, a proposal photoshoot in Kyoto, a family photoshoot in Kyoto, or any other special occasion! Here, we transform your vision into reality.

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Style: In brief, my style has been described in three words: timeless, candid but elegant. Relax and enjoy the ride, I will be doing the heavy lifting for you, nothing to worry about, you’ll see. Likes: In my life before photography, for 10 years I had a career as a… Read more
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Style: Hi! My name is Dario, I’m an Italian photographer based in Kyoto. I spend a lot of time searching the best places in Kyoto to show you how magic this city is. My style is unformal but professional. I love to share the beauty and the poetry of Kyoto… Read more

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Style: Capturing your travel story in Japan. Likes: My passion of life are travel, making new friends, and music. I used to be a backpack traveler. Travel always helps me create new idea, make my life exciting. My favorite place that I visited before is Bolivia in South America. I… Read more
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Style: Natural, cinematic. Likes: Observing people’s faces – I love facial expressions, they describe their personalities a lot. Racoons – I had an encounter with a wild one inside a house in NYC. I gave him an apple. I love them ever since. Cheese – I use to doodle a… Read more
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Style: Romantic Cinematography Likes: I like cooking, cod game and karaoke Recommended places: I’ll suggest Osaka castle as it’s the most popular landmark in Osaka. Other is Namba area where you can find many city atmosphere with many interesting shop as the photo background. Languages spoken: English, Indonesian, Japanese Read more
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Style: Candid, family, couple. Likes: Perfect moment with pose, place and photographer make your picture perfect. Recommended places: Japan has many historical buildings like Osaka Castle, Gion Area and many temples! Let’s take pictures and I will guide you there. Languages spoken: English. Read more

Our Clients’ Reviews of Kyoto Photographers

Don’t miss out on firsthand accounts and testimonials from clients who have entrusted us with capturing their most cherished moments in Kyoto. We believe that the best way to understand the quality of our service is through the experiences of those we've had the privilege to serve. From solo traveler and surprise proposal photoshoots to group portraits and corporate events, our clients' stories offer valuable insights into what sets our photography apart. Take a moment to explore their reviews and discover why so many have chosen us to document their special occasions with professionalism, creativity, and care.

  • Kami T.
    Family photoshoot
    I LOVE this site! Cannot believe how easy it was to find a GREAT photographer (Thanks so much Anna) and get some amazing shots while on holiday! This is a MUST do!
  • Aniruddha D.
    Proposal photoshoot
    I was looking for a photographer who can capture the beautiful moments and emotions of me and my girlfriend, while proposing. When I was searching on the net for the best and affordable option, a Localgrapher site popped up. Even though I was using such a service for the first time, starting from finding the right photographers at a specific date to getting the photos all are being excellently managed by Localgrapher. Overall, we enjoyed our entire session.
  • Jason E.
    Proposal photoshoot
    Very easy to navigate. Communication was organised and done in a professional manner. Amazing photos!
  • Helene C.
    Couple’s photoshoot
    I have nothing but excellent experiences with Localgrapher. Every photographer that I have used has been professional and delivered superb photos.
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We believe in our service and quality of our photos so much that we decided to offer a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee for your photo shoot. If you don’t like your online gallery once we deliver it, you can contact us within 7 days and claim your money back. Find more details in our Terms.

How Much Do Kyoto Photographers Charge?

Here, you’ll find our comprehensive guide on Kyoto photography services and pricing. Whether you're seeking stunning portraits, captivating event coverage, or any other photographic need, we've got you covered. Below, you'll see a breakdown of typical rates for our photography services in Kyoto.

Bronze Package
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  • best for solo travelers
  • 30 minutes
  • 20 edited hi-res photos
  • 2 years backup
  • 4 work days delivery
$250 USD
Silver Package
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  • best for couples
  • 60 minutes
  • 35 edited hi-res photos
  • 2 years backup
  • 4 work days delivery
$350 USD
Gold Package
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  • best for groups
  • 100 minutes
  • 60 edited hi-res photos
  • 2 years backup
  • 4 work days delivery
$500 USD
Video Package
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  • 60 min of filming
  • 60 sec Full-HD video
  • 2 years backup
$450 USD
Photo + Video Package
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  • 60 minutes
  • 35 edited hi-res photos
  • 60 sec Full-HD video
  • 2 years backup
$750 USD
Instagram Photo Tour & Workshop
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  • 90 minutes
  • trendy photo spots
  • local photographer’s tips
  • private tour
  • use smartphone/camera
$220 USD
Pro Photo Tour & Workshop
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  • 180 minutes
  • top photo spots
  • local photographer’s tips
  • private tour
  • use camera
$390 USD
Niche Photo Tour & Workshop
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  • request your own tour
  • great for teambuilding
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Custom Package
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  • build your own package
  • photo, video or both
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Baby-Smooth Skin
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  • Photoshop wrinkles/zits out
  • Get a beauty upgrade
  • Any RAW pic
  • Done by professionals
  • Price per 1 photo
$15 USD
One Size Up/Down
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  • Photoshop body shape/size
  • Look your best
  • Any RAW pic
  • Done by professionals
  • Price per 1 photo
$15 USD
Make Them Disappear
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  • Photoshop people/objects out
  • Get the desired result
  • Any RAW pic
  • Done by professionals
  • Price per 1 photo
$30 USD
Bronze Package
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  • best for solo travelers
  • 30 minutes
  • 20 edited hi-res photos
  • 2 years backup
  • 4 work days delivery
$250 USD
Silver Package
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  • best for couples
  • 60 minutes
  • 35 edited hi-res photos
  • 2 years backup
  • 4 work days delivery
$350 USD
Gold Package
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  • best for groups
  • 100 minutes
  • 60 edited hi-res photos
  • 2 years backup
  • 4 work days delivery
$500 USD
Photo + Video Package
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  • 60 minutes
  • 35 edited hi-res photos
  • 60 sec Full-HD video
  • 2 years backup
$750 USD
Custom Package
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  • build your own package
  • photo, video or both
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Video Package
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  • 60 min of filming
  • 60 sec Full-HD video
  • 2 years backup
$450 USD
Photo + Video Package
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  • 60 minutes
  • 35 edited hi-res photos
  • 60 sec Full-HD video
  • 2 years backup
$750 USD
Instagram Photo Tour & Workshop
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  • 90 minutes
  • trendy photo spots
  • local photographer’s tips
  • private tour
  • use smartphone/camera
$220 USD
Pro Photo Tour & Workshop
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  • 180 minutes
  • top photo spots
  • local photographer’s tips
  • private tour
  • use camera
$390 USD
Niche Photo Tour & Workshop
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  • request your own tour
  • great for teambuilding
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Welcome to Kyoto, Japan.

If you are looking to see a side of Japan different from Tokyo, the popular tourist city, then you will enjoy spending your holiday in Kyoto, which is on the island of Honshu. You will easily be swept away by all of the rich history and culture found in every ancient stone.

Since it was once the capital of Japan, you will find an abundance of spectacular gardens, Shinto shrines, imperial palaces, and classic Buddhist temples. While you are spending time in this city, you will want to observe several of the formal Japanese traditions, such as geisha entertainment in the Gion district and kaiseki dining.

There is nothing more special than experiencing a new culture in a historical city, so you will not want to return home without several photos to remind you of your time in Kyoto. A vacation photographer can help make that possible and make your holiday more memorable.

Kyoto Photographer FAQs

Welcome to our Kyoto photographer FAQs! If you're considering booking a private photographer for your special occasion or event in Kyoto, you've come to the right place. Whether it's a wedding, engagement, family portrait session, corporate event, or any other memorable moment you want to capture, we're here to provide you with all the information you need to make your photography experience seamless and unforgettable. In this guide, we'll address commonly asked questions to ensure that you feel confident and informed as you embark on this exciting journey of preserving your precious memories. Let's dive in!

What do I need to do before the trip?

Simply choose your photographer, date and time and any other relevant information for us to create the best photos. We’ll organise everything else. Once we have everything set up we will contact you to confirm the final details. Done.

What if the photographer is unavailable?

This rarely happens, but if it does you we will be able to select from our other professional photographers that have a similar style.

When will you confirm my reservation?

We’ll confirm your reservation as soon as possible, not later than in 48 hours.

 

How do I pay?

Payments are made through payment gateway provided by Braintree (a PayPal service). You can pay with your credit/debit card. You can also use Google pay.

What currency is used for the payment?

The payment is made in US dollars.

 

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