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Recently, I had the honor of photographing a deeply emotional and beautifully planned surprise proposal in a bamboo grove in Kyoto’s Arashiyama area.

As photo regulations in the famous Arashiyama Bamboo Grove have become stricter in recent years, I recommended a quieter bamboo grove where photography is still allowed without a permit. The groom-to-be and I planned everything in advance, and to avoid crowds, we met early in the morning. He arrived perfectly on time, which allowed us to begin the session smoothly.

When the moment came, he got down on one knee, and it was pure magic. His girlfriend was completely surprised — her reaction was so genuine and emotional that she began to cry. Even the people nearby, who had no idea what was happening, stopped in their tracks and cheered them on with warm congratulations. His proposal didn’t just touch her heart — it brought smiles to everyone around.

Both of them were incredibly polite, kind, and full of warmth. As I guided them to several beautiful photo spots, they showed genuine interest in each location and treated me with such respect and friendliness. Thanks to their positive energy and bright smiles, the entire shoot felt natural and joyful from beginning to end.

I’m so grateful they chose me to capture this important milestone in their lives.
Congratulations again, and I truly hope to see you in Japan again someday.

I recently had the honor of photographing a surprise proposal in Arashiyama on an incredibly sunny and beautiful day. The weather was perfect, and the location was ideal for such a special moment.

What made this proposal even more touching was a huge surprise: both the bride-to-be’s and the groom-to-be’s families had secretly traveled to Kyoto without the bride knowing. I arrived early at the location to meet with the families and go over the plan together.

The idea was that after the proposal, the families would quietly approach the couple and surprise her again. When the couple arrived, both wearing beautiful kimonos, I began the shoot as planned. He then proposed to her in the most heartfelt way, and she was truly surprised and full of joy.

After she had a moment to process everything, I invited the couple to sit on a bench and enjoy the view. While they were relaxing, their families slowly approached from behind. She was completely shocked and started to cry tears of happiness.

Everyone looked so joyful and full of love, and I felt incredibly lucky to be part of that moment. After the surprise, we had a lively and warm photo session with both parents and the bride’s sister. Everyone was so friendly, and thanks to their warmth, I was able to photograph the session in a relaxed and happy mood.

Congratulations again to this amazing couple and your wonderful families. I absolutely loved photographing you all. I hope you’ll come back to Japan someday — I’d be thrilled to see you again.

I had the joy of capturing a beautiful surprise proposal at Kyoto’s iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine. Since this spot is one of the most famous and crowded locations in Japan, we decided to start the shoot early in the morning to avoid the crowds.

The couple arrived right on time, and I casually approached them, pretending to be just another tourist. Following our secret plan, I guided them to a quiet, perfect spot where the big moment would happen. She had no idea what was coming — the surprise worked perfectly, and she was in tears as he proposed.

I was nervous about people walking into the scene, but we were lucky — no one came by at that moment, and we were able to capture truly magical photos without interruption. Sharing in their happiness was such an emotional and exciting experience for me.

After the proposal, they were open to all of my creative ideas, and together we created a wide variety of shots. It honestly felt like we were the perfect team of three. They were both incredibly kind and full of smiles, and I’m so grateful to have met them.

Thank you so much for choosing me as your photographer. I hope you come back to Japan again someday — and congratulations once more!

I had the absolute joy of photographing a truly wonderful and kind-hearted couple’s proposal in the beautiful Gion area of Kyoto. It was late April, a time when Kyoto is usually quite crowded, but we planned a morning shoot and were lucky to avoid most of the crowds.

When he proposed, the atmosphere was incredible — even the people nearby who happened to be taking photos in the same spot joined in to celebrate the special moment. His girlfriend was completely surprised and moved to tears. It was such a touching and joyful scene.

After the proposal, I guided them around to different locations for more photos. Throughout the entire shoot, they were full of smiles and so genuinely happy. They truly enjoyed every moment, and I could feel their love and excitement. I instantly adored them — they were so easy to work with, and together we created some beautiful images, trying out different ideas along the way.

A few days later, we met again for a night photoshoot in Osaka. They loved the photos and were really curious and excited about the places I showed them, which made the session even more meaningful for me.

Thank you so much for choosing me as your photographer. It meant so much to be part of your special moments, and I feel so lucky to have met you both. I truly hope we’ll meet again someday — until then, congratulations once again from the bottom of my heart!

I recently had the joy of photographing a lovely mother and daughter during their spring trip to Kyoto. We met in Arashiyama, one of the most scenic and peaceful areas in the city—famous for its bamboo forest, river views, and seasonal cherry blossoms.

From the moment we started, I felt like I was part of their little family. We talked, laughed, and shared so many stories together that the shoot didn’t feel like work at all—it felt like spending time with two close friends. Both of them were incredibly kind, friendly, and full of warmth.

During the session, I found out that the daughter is also a photographer! From that moment on, we got even more excited talking about photography, creativity, and our passion for capturing memories. It was one of those rare moments when everything just clicks—good conversation, genuine smiles, and beautiful scenery all coming together.

They were on a mother-daughter trip through Japan, and seeing how close they were reminded me how important it is to cherish time with family. It made me want to take my own mother on a trip like that one day.

The cherry blossoms were in bloom, and both of them were so happy to see the beautiful pink flowers surrounding them. Watching their reactions made me so happy too. I’m truly grateful to have been part of this special memory for them.

Thank you both so much for the fun and heartwarming session. I hope to see you again someday—maybe for another adventure in Japan!

During cherry blossom season in Japan, timing is everything—especially for a surprise proposal. On this particular day, the famous Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms had already fallen, but I had scouted out a quiet spot where the late-blooming sakura were still in full bloom.

It was the perfect hidden gem—peaceful, with only a few local people walking by. I arrived early to prepare, and as I waited for the couple, I couldn’t help but think how lucky we were to have found such a beautiful and quiet location.

Just as planned, I approached the couple casually to start the surprise proposal shoot. The groom-to-be was so relaxed and calm that I actually hesitated for a moment, wondering if I had the right person! His cool demeanor helped the whole proposal go smoothly, and his partner’s reaction was pure joy and surprise. It was such a touching moment, and I felt honored to capture it.

After the proposal, we continued with a fun and relaxed photo session. Spending time with them felt just like being with close friends. They were cheerful, open, and full of warm smiles. They also tried every idea I suggested, which helped us create so many wonderful shots together.

I’m really happy with how the photos turned out—and even happier to have met such a lovely couple. Congratulations again, and I hope to see you back in Japan someday!

I recently had the pleasure of photographing a truly heartwarming surprise proposal under the full bloom of cherry blossoms in Kyoto. The couple was incredibly sweet, and even though there was a small mix-up at the beginning because they forgot to tell each other what they were wearing, everything turned out beautifully.

The proposal itself was unforgettable. Along with the engagement ring, the groom-to-be prepared a large puzzle engraved with heartfelt messages from their closest friends and family. After she finished reading all the messages, he presented the ring and asked her to marry him. It was such a beautiful moment, made even more magical by the gentle sakura petals falling around them.

After the proposal, we moved to the famous bamboo forest for more photos and met up with her parents for a joyful second part of the shoot. Everyone was so warm and cheerful—it was truly a session filled with happiness.

Thank you for choosing me as your photographer for this once-in-a-lifetime moment. Congratulations again, and I’m so happy I got to be part of your story.

I had the joy of photographing a truly beautiful couple’s surprise proposal in Kyoto during peak cherry blossom season. Together, we carefully planned every detail, and thanks to that preparation, the proposal took place right in front of stunning full-bloom sakura trees.

His family also helped with the surprise, pretending not to know anything while playing their roles perfectly. When the moment came, she was completely surprised and filled with joy — she jumped into his arms so enthusiastically that he almost lost his balance!

It was one of those unforgettable moments full of emotion, love, and laughter. I feel so grateful to have captured such a meaningful scene.

Thank you so much for choosing me as your photographer — and a huge congratulations to both of you!

I recently had the privilege of capturing a beautiful surprise proposal in Kyoto. Finding the perfect location was a bit of a challenge, especially with the cherry blossoms in bloom, but I was lucky enough to discover a spot with an early-blooming cherry tree. The weather on the day was perfect, and the shoot went smoothly as planned. The bride-to-be was so surprised and happy that she was brought to tears. It was truly an emotional moment, and I’m grateful to have been there to capture it.

After the proposal, we moved to several nearby spots for more photos. I was thrilled to see how much they enjoyed the session, and it was such a pleasure to offer them creative ideas for their pictures. Thank you so much for choosing me to capture such an important moment in your life. I hope you visit Japan again soon. Congratulations!

I recently had the honor of photographing a beautiful surprise proposal in Kyoto during peak cherry blossom season. The couple had chosen the perfect moment — the weeping cherry trees were in full bloom, creating a magical and romantic backdrop for this unforgettable moment.

He and I planned every detail ahead of time, deciding to meet under one of the largest blooming weeping cherry trees in the area. As planned, we successfully captured the proposal in front of the breathtaking blossoms. She had no idea what was about to happen, and her reaction was absolutely priceless — a perfect mix of shock and pure joy.

Throughout the entire session, the couple couldn’t stop smiling and laughing together. It was heartwarming to witness and capture such genuine happiness on camera. I’m so grateful they chose me to photograph such an important and emotional moment in their lives.

Congratulations once again to the lovely couple, and thank you for letting me be a part of your story. I hope we can meet again someday when you return to Japan!

This year, Kyoto experienced an unusually cold spring, and the cherry blossoms bloomed later than usual. However, we were fortunate enough to capture a surprise proposal on the exact day the sakura reached full bloom. Despite concerns about the crowds, we managed to find a quiet, less crowded spot just away from the busiest areas. The weather was perfect, with the cherry blossoms in full bloom, creating a breathtaking backdrop for the proposal.

The moment he popped the question, she was overjoyed and couldn’t stop smiling, and watching their happiness made me feel incredibly lucky to be a part of such a special moment. We then had the chance to take more beautiful photos with the sakura, and they were thrilled with the results. Congratulations once again, and thank you for choosing me as your photographer for such an important occasion. I hope to see you again when you visit Japan!