Embrace Kyoto’s Natural Harmony
Embark on a picturesque journey through Arashiyama’s enchanting landscapes with me, your personal photographer.
Amidst the bamboo grove’s whispering breezes and the Katsura River’s gentle flow, I’ll capture your moments, making your Kyoto memories timeless.
This plan welcomes solo travelers, families, or groups up to 10 people. For larger groups, a custom shoot is necessary.
Plan Highlights:
Location Ideas
- Bamboo Grove Wander through the soaring stalks of the Bamboo Grove, an iconic natural wonder that defines the landscape of Arashiyama.
- Togetsukyo Bridge Capture the historic elegance of Togetsukyo Bridge, with the Katsura River beneath and mountains beyond creating a classic Kyoto panorama.
- Kameyama Park Enjoy the tranquility of Kameyama Park, offering scenic views and a peaceful retreat amidst the changing seasons.
- Katsura River The flowing waters of the Katsura River provide a serene backdrop, could also be used for reflective photography along its banks if the water is not too high.
- Kimono Forest A path lined with poles dressed in Kyo-yuzen traditional kimono fabrics, creates a colorful and unique photographic setting known as the Kimono Forest.
- Tenryu-ji Temple Explore the Zen landscapes in the garden and architecture of Tenryu-ji, a World Heritage site. (Entrance fee required.)
- Okochi Sanso Garden Visit the exquisite private garden of Okochi Sanso, offering breathtaking views of the city and well-preserved garden with some traditional architecture. There is also a yoga room with view over one of the traditional gardens. (Entrance fee required.)
- Jojakko-ji Temple Nestled on the hillside, Jojakko-ji offers lush greenery and a sense of seclusion, with views of Kyoto in the distance. (Entrance fee required.)
- Gio-ji Temple Discover the small and serene Gio-ji, surrounded by a moss garden and a small bamboo grove, providing a cozy setting for photos. (Entrance fee required.)
(Note: Any entrance fees or travel expenses within the districts are not included and should be covered for the photographer.)
Duration: 1 to 6-hours available for booking.
Outfit: Your own outfit or dress to blend with the natural and traditional backdrop;
kimono rentals available for $60 per person.
– Classic Location Shoot –
Natural and candid looking edited photos.
All Original Data: All unedited, unretouched photos are always included.
Edited Photos: I’ll select and fix brightness, colors & minor adjustments.
Classic Samples:
○ Up to 50 edited photos
○ All Original Data included
○ (Available earliest from 9:00)
(Save $20)
○ Up to 100 edited photos
○ All Original Data included
○ (Available earliest from 8:00)
(Save $30)
○ Up to 150 edited photos
○ All Original Data included
○ (Available earliest from 7:00)
– Premium Location Shoot –
Photos with attention to details, candid editing & professional retouch.
All Original Data: All unedited, unretouched photos are always included.
Edited Photos: I’ll select and fix brightness, colors & minor adjustments.
Professional Retouched Photos: Natural retouching of selected photos, skin smoothing, stray hairs cleanup, removal of objects, etc.
Premium Samples:
○ 3 retouched photos
○ Up to 50 edited photos
○ All Original Data included
○ (Available earliest from 9:00)
(Save $30)
○ 5 retouched photos
○ Up to 100 edited photos
○ All Original Data included
○ (Available earliest from 8:00)
(Save $60)
○ 7 retouched photos
○ Up to 150 edited photos
○ All Original Data included
○ (Available earliest from 7:00)
Additional Options:
Kimono rental & hair-setup
$60 per person
Extra professional retouch
$20 per photo
Early Morning Shoot
(Start any time before 7:00)
$40 per shoot
Payment Information:
- For bookings under $400: Payment can be made in cash on the day of the shoot.
- For bookings over $400 or with Kimono rental: A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking. This deposit can be paid by credit card or PayPal.
- Cancellations: A 50% cancellation fee will apply for all cancellations, regardless of when they occur.
Booking:
Reach out to book your Arashiyama Photo Plan now.
