Private Japan
Photoshoots
for Travelers
by HARE Photography Tourism
HARE Photography Tourism
Private Japan
Photoshoots
for Travelers
Access no agency can match. Fairly priced.
How we compare
| Freelancer | Big Agency | HARE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ¥¥ | ¥¥¥ | ¥¥ No markup |
| Exclusive locations | — | — | ✓ Only us |
| Support & reliability | Varies | ✓ | ✓ |
Backed by a Kyoto company with 60 years of local trust, we’re welcomed into temples and historic venues that stay closed to others.
Shot where others can’t
HARE Photography Tourism
Private Japan
Photoshoots
for Travelers
Access no agency can match. Fairly priced.
Why Choose HARE
Shot where others can’t.
Private Temples & Historic Venues
Hōsen-in / Ryōsoku-in / Daikaku-ji, etc.
One Booking. Zero Stress.
Everything for your day, arranged.
HARE Photography Tourism
Private Japan
Photoshoots
for Travelers
Access no agency can match. Fairly priced.
Why Choose HARE
Exclusive Private Locations
Shot where others can’t.
Special temples and historic venues where photoshoots are exclusively permitted thanks to the trusted reputation of the MK Group.
Hōsen-in / Ryōsoku-in / Daikaku-ji, etc.
One Booking. Zero Stress.
Everything for your day, arranged. We seamlessly arrange everything for your perfect day—from premium MK private cars and high-end kimonos to fine dining and authentic cultural experiences.
Choose your shoot
Book a simple session in a tap — or let us design the whole experience.
— best light, fewer crowds +¥15,000
Every booking includes
- 011-Hour Private PhotoshootA dedicated session with your own photographer
— no shared groups, no rushing. - 0270+ Professionally Edited PhotosOver 70 carefully retouched, high-resolution images from your session.
- 03Private Download LinkHigh-resolution files via a secure private link
— easy to access and share. - 04Fast Delivery within 1–2 WeeksYour finished photos arrive within 1–2 weeks of your session.
Explore our iconic locations （Tap to view photos）
Kyoto
Tokyo
— or —
Everything in the 1-Hour Plan, plus:
- Shoot inside exclusive, permit-only temples & historic venues
- Multiple locations & full-day options
- Anniversary & proposal arrangements
- A dedicated planner designs it with you
Add any of these — all photographed
Pick the ones you like; we weave them into your day.
KimonoCultural experienceMK hire carMealOnly MK can open these doors
— 60 years in Kyoto.
A dedicated planner replies within 1 business day
Exclusive Locations
Step into private temples and historic venues
normally closed to the public.
Example journeys
See what a custom day can look like
— tap any to explore it hour by hour.
Why travelers trust us
TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice
4 Consecutive YearsGlobal Excellence in Service
800+ Five-Star ReviewsRated No.1 for Japanese Transportation
TripAdvisor ExcellenceHow it works
From first message to the day itself — four simple steps.
No commitment to enquire — we’ll only build your day once you’re ready.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
Everything you need to know before your Japan photoshoot.
The base photoshoot is 1 hour. If you are wearing kimono, please allow additional time for dressing and hair.
| Who | Dressing | Hair set |
|---|---|---|
| Women | approx. 30 min | + approx. 20 min |
| Men / Children | approx. 10–15 min | — |
Dressing and hair may proceed simultaneously depending on availability.
Couple (1W + 1M)
approx. 2h
total session time
Family of 4 (2W + 2C)
approx. 2.5–3h
total session time
Timings may vary. Please feel free to enquire for your specific group composition.
We generally proceed as planned, even in light rain — Kyoto in the rain has its own beauty. Any changes or cancellations will follow our cancellation policy. Please contact us in advance if you have concerns about the weather.
- 1Enquire via the form at the bottom of this page
- 2We reply by email within 1 business dayPlease check your inbox and spam folder
- 3Confirm details — location, kimono, experience content, etc.
- 4Prepayment via a secure payment link we send you
- 5We arrange everything on your behalf
- 6Enjoy your experience on the day
We accept major credit cards — Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, and others. Payment is made in advance via a secure link sent after booking confirmation.