This spring, during the cherry blossom season, I had the pleasure of photographing a wonderful family. In the Gion area of Kyoto, some cherry trees were in full bloom. We captured beautiful moments with the blossoms, played together while taking photos, and visited a large temple to avoid the usual crowds of tourists. The children were adorable. Although they seemed a bit nervous at first, they soon warmed up, asking to be carried and holding my hand while we played, making the session enjoyable.

The parents were also very enthusiastic about the shoot, and thanks to everyone’s cooperation, we were able to capture many lovely photos. Despite wearing kimonos and the challenge of walking for a long time, they managed wonderfully. It was a truly enjoyable experience. Thank you so much, and I hope you visit Japan again!

I had a wonderful photoshoot with an adorable couple. We did the shoot at Fushimi Inari Shrine, and both of them were so cheerful and energetic that we kept chatting throughout the session. They were also very creative, contributing ideas for poses, which made the shoot even more enjoyable. Despite the crowds of tourists, we managed to capture plenty of great photos during quieter moments, much to the delight of the clients. It was truly a fun time!

I did a family photoshoot in Arashiyama, Kyoto! The entire family was very cheerful and friendly, and their daughter looked absolutely adorable in her kimono. She seemed a bit nervous at first, but as the shoot progressed, she became more relaxed. Since it was cherry blossom season, Arashiyama was crowded. However, we were lucky to find the usually busy Kimono Forest almost empty, which allowed us to shoot smoothly. We also got various shots in the bamboo grove. Both the father and mother were incredibly kind, and we kept chatting throughout the shoot, making it feel like hanging out with friends. I had such a great time! Please visit Japan again! Thank you so much!

Towards the end of cherry blossom season, I had the pleasure of meeting two wonderful families in Kyoto. They were incredibly friendly, and we had a delightful 3-hour photoshoot.

We initially met at a kimono rental shop near Fushimi Inari Shrine. They looked stunning in their kimonos, and I was confident we’d capture some amazing photos. Despite the crowds at Fushimi Inari, we managed to find good timing to capture many photos without people in the background. The families showed excellent teamwork, taking turns carrying belongings and holding each other’s children.

Afterward, we moved to Gion, where we had a glimpse of cherry blossoms in Maruyama Park. Throughout the walk, we had various conversations, and I felt like I was part of the group, which made the time truly enjoyable. They also brought lots of souvenirs, and my favorite, banana chips, were delicious! Thank you so much for such a fun time! See you again!

I recently had a photoshoot with a lovely couple during cherry blossom season in Fushimi Inari Shrine and the Gion area of Kyoto! We first met at Fushimi Inari Shrine and began taking photos. However, it appeared that their kimono rental reservation hadn’t been properly arranged, as they were kept waiting for a long time at the rental shop and seemed tired. Despite this, I was determined to ensure they enjoyed the photoshoot, so I started shooting and focused on creating a fun atmosphere to help them forget about the kimono mishap. They walked gracefully in Japanese sandals, and we quickly captured shots at various locations in the shrine before moving to the Gion area. The cherry blossoms were in full bloom, creating a stunning backdrop for our photoshoot. Their positive energy was contagious, and it made the entire experience enjoyable for me. Afterward, they kindly offered me some business advice, which I appreciated. I’m grateful for the opportunity to capture memories for them. Thank you so much for booking with me!