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I had the honor of photographing a beautiful surprise proposal at Osaka Castle Park in mid-May. The weather forecast called for high temperatures and strong sun, so we planned an early morning meet-up to avoid both the heat and the crowds. Thanks to that, we were greeted with a pleasantly cool breeze and had a peaceful, refreshing atmosphere for the shoot.

The surprise proposal went perfectly according to plan. His proposal was thoughtful and heartfelt, and it created such a beautiful and emotional moment. She had no idea what was coming—her shocked expression quickly turned into tears of joy, followed by the brightest smiles. It was such a genuine and touching reaction, and I felt so grateful to be there to capture it.

After the proposal, we explored other scenic spots within the park. They were so happy with the photos and embraced all of my ideas, which allowed us to make the most of our time together. I’m truly thankful they chose me to document such a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Congratulations again to both of you—and I hope you’ll visit Japan again someday!

I recently had the pleasure of photographing a truly lovely couple for their engagement photos in Osaka. We started our session at a botanical garden, where we were greeted by an incredible display of blooming roses. The timing couldn’t have been better—the roses were in full bloom, creating a breathtaking backdrop for their love story. The couple was surprised and delighted by how many flowers there were, and I was happy to suggest fun photo ideas so we could all enjoy the shoot together.

Although the weather was sunny and quite hot, we took breaks in the shade and enjoyed chatting throughout the session. Their positive energy was contagious, and they weren’t shy in front of the camera at all—they kept showing the most genuine and beautiful smiles, which made capturing natural moments so easy.

Later, we moved to a nearby shrine to capture photos in a more traditional Japanese setting. The couple showed great interest in Japanese culture, and I enjoyed sharing insights about the area with them while we explored and took more photos.

At the end of the session, they told me how much they loved the photos, and I was truly happy and honored to have been their photographer. Thank you so much for choosing me to capture your special moments in Japan. I hope you come back to visit again someday!

Early in the morning, I had the honor of photographing a surprise proposal at Osaka Castle Park — one of the most iconic and romantic locations in Osaka. The groom-to-be and I carefully planned every detail to ensure the surprise would go perfectly, and I’m happy to say that everything went exactly as we hoped.

She had absolutely no idea, and her reaction was priceless — full of surprise, joy, and happy tears. Just watching them together, you could instantly feel how much love and happiness they shared. It was one of those moments that reminds me why I love this job so much.

Even during the shoot, they were incredibly supportive. They complimented my photos as I showed them a few previews, and they trusted all of my ideas, which helped us create many beautiful images. It had been raining earlier that morning, so I used the puddles to capture some creative reflection shots — and they turned out amazing!

To the wonderful couple: thank you so much for choosing me to capture this special moment in your life. I truly feel lucky to have been a part of it. I hope you’ll come visit Japan again — and next time, let’s grab a meal together!

I recently had the pleasure of photographing a wonderful family of five at Osaka Castle Park – three energetic boys and their lovely parents. From the very beginning, their bright smiles and cheerful energy filled the entire session. We spent an hour laughing, playing, and capturing the most heartwarming moments.

The boys were full of life and so cooperative – ready to run, pose, and have fun whenever I gave them direction. They truly made my job easy, and I couldn’t have asked for better little models! What made the session even more special was that the whole family wore matching outfits, which brought a beautiful sense of unity and style to the photos. Their parents clearly put a lot of thought into the coordination – they were the perfect planners!

We captured a variety of shots: the full family together, each child individually, and even some fun couple photos of just Mom and Dad. It was a relaxed, joyful hour that all six of us truly enjoyed.

One of the best compliments I received was when they told me they had really wanted me to take their photos. That meant so much to me. I hope to see them again in Japan someday – I would love to photograph their beautiful family once more.

This post is long overdue, but I had the joy of capturing a surprise proposal during the peak of cherry blossom season. The couple was absolutely lovely, and the timing couldn’t have been more perfect — the sakura were in full bloom!

Since this time of year is incredibly crowded, finding the right location was a real challenge. But in the end, everything came together beautifully. I pretended to be a tourist and approached the couple casually before photographing the surprise moment. Despite all the locals having picnics and enjoying hanami around us, everyone cheered for them, creating such a heartwarming atmosphere.

She was brought to tears — completely surprised and overjoyed — and it was such an emotional and beautiful moment to witness. After the proposal, we continued the shoot together, and it was so much fun! They really enjoyed the experience, which made me even happier.

Thank you so much for choosing me to capture such an important moment in your life. I’m truly honored. I hope you visit Japan again soon — congratulations once again!

I recently had the pleasure of photographing a group of four incredibly fun and friendly friends in the lively Namba area of Osaka. From the moment we met, I could feel their bright and cheerful energy—they were one of the most outgoing and entertaining groups I’ve ever worked with.

They treated me like a friend from the start, and throughout the entire shoot, we were constantly laughing and enjoying each other’s company. Their positive energy and fun conversations made the whole experience unforgettable.

While I provided direction and posing suggestions, they also brought plenty of their own creative ideas, which made the session feel like a true collaboration. It felt like we were creating something special together, not just taking pictures.

Due to unexpected construction, we couldn’t shoot at one of our planned spots. When I apologized, one of them said, “Don’t need to say Sorry! Be strong!” That one comment really stuck with me and gave me a boost of confidence that I’ll carry with me moving forward.

Thank you again for such a joyful time. It was truly an amazing photoshoot that I’ll never forget. I hope to see you all again in Japan someday!