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I had the privilege of photographing the most vibrant and energetic couple for their wedding photoshoot! It took place in Arashiyama, Kyoto, so we were able to capture many beautiful photos in the bamboo grove, along the Katsura River, and in the kimono forest. It seemed like they had a bit of a tough time coming from Osaka to Arashiyama, as they arrived a little late, but we managed to collaborate and capture various poses within the limited time. My favorite shots are the jumping shots in the bamboo grove and the photos taken while they were piggybacking along the river. They changed into a different outfit midway, which added a different atmosphere to the photos and made them even more enchanting. Throughout the shoot, this couple remained cheerful, kind, and full of energy, making it an incredibly enjoyable time. Please visit Japan again in the future! Thank you, and congratulations!

I had the most incredible proposal photoshoot in front of Yasaka Pagoda in Gion, Kyoto. This location is very famous and popular, so it’s always crowded with tourists, making it quite challenging to take photos. That’s why we decided to meet at 7:30 am and planned to do the proposal shoot right away. Even at 7:30 am, there were already a few people preparing to take good photos. We waited for the right moment when there were fewer people, positioned ourselves at a spot where Yasaka Pagoda would be beautifully captured, and he proposed. We were able to capture the perfect moment without any people in the background, and I was overjoyed. Of course, she accepted the proposal. It became an unforgettable day. Afterward, we took various photos around Yasaka Pagoda. There were fewer people compared to daytime, so we were able to smoothly take photos in places that are usually crowded, making it a fulfilling hour. Thank you for such a happy time! Congratulations!!

We conducted a surprise proposal photoshoot at Maruyama Park in Kyoto’s Gion district. He expressed his desire for the shoot to take place in the early morning when there are fewer people, so I headed to Kyoto in the morning. He also mentioned wanting a bouquet, so I made the necessary preparations. I hid the bouquet and waited for them to arrive, pretending to be a tourist. After their arrival, he approached me and asked if I could take their photo. Of course, this was part of our plan. I guided them to the bridge to take photos, and that’s when we executed the proposal plan. She was genuinely surprised but incredibly happy, and the atmosphere was filled with joy for all of us. I’m glad she liked the bouquet too. Congratulations, truly. May you both be happy!

I had such an amazing time photographing the large family, so I wanted to share it here! The shoot took place in Arashiyama, and every member of the family had such bright smiles and a wonderful demeanor. It was a joy to photograph them at every location, as they all seemed to be having a great time. We took various group shots and individual portraits in the bamboo grove. When I suggested capturing some jump shots, even the grandparents enthusiastically joined in, and we had a blast laughing together. As it was the perfect time for sunset, we also managed to capture some breathtaking photos with the beautiful evening glow around Togetsukyo Bridge. It was a truly satisfying and enjoyable photo session. Thank you so much! I hope you visit Japan again!

I had the pleasure of photographing a lovely couple with beautiful smiles. We conducted the shoot in Kyoto’s Arashiyama, and I highly recommend the plan of capturing photos while wearing traditional kimono—it creates truly stunning images. Throughout the shoot, and even when we weren’t taking pictures, they always had beaming smiles and exuded a sense of happiness. They showed great interest in Japan and enjoyed the photo sessions at various locations. We captured photos amidst the vibrant greenery of the fresh spring season, including in Kimono Forest and the bamboo grove. As there were a few late-blooming cherry blossoms, we also took some shots there before bidding farewell with smiles. It truly was a fun and fulfilling day. Thank you so much!

This is about a photo shoot at the Kyoto Botanical Garden. The person who had previously booked a shoot with me went on a family trip this time and we took photos at the Kyoto Botanical Garden. Everyone looked lovely in their kimonos and it was perfect for taking pictures among the flowers and bamboo groves of the garden. Most of the cherry blossoms in Kyoto had already fallen, but the weeping cherry trees here were a little late and were in full bloom. We were able to take lots of photos with the beautiful pink cherry blossoms. As they were weeping cherry trees, they were very close to the faces, and we were able to take close-up shots of faces with the cherry blossoms. They seemed to have a lot of fun and I also had a great time. Thank you so much!!

I have so many cherry blossom season photoshoots that I need to write articles about, so I’ll be updating my blog little by little! I did a surprise proposal shoot at Kyoto Botanical Garden! The cherry blossoms bloomed and scattered very quickly this year, so in order to fulfill the client’s request to take photos with the cherry blossoms, we researched and went to a place where late-blooming cherry blossoms were in full bloom.
The weeping cherry blossoms were in full bloom, and the clients from the United States were thrilled. They had a successful proposal in the most beautiful spot with cherry blossoms, and of course, it was a great success! As I was taking photos, I felt incredibly happy. We bonded over our shared love for games, and the shoot was a lot of fun! Congratulations!!

This time, it was a surprise proposal photo shoot at Fushimi Inari Shrine. He and I had agreed to do the proposal shoot in the early morning when there are fewer people around, so I waited at Fushimi Inari Shrine from the morning. However, they didn’t seem to have left their hotel yet. He knew I was waiting, but he couldn’t hurry because it would have been suspicious if his girlfriend had caught on and asked, “Why are you in such a hurry? Is someone waiting for you over there?” I found them at Fushimi Inari, where many people visit, and followed them slowly as one of the tourists, and started the proposal plan where the number of people decreased. He asked me to take a picture of him, handing me his smartphone. This was our signal, and he immediately proposed. There were many tourists around, but everyone congratulated us, so it was a very happy time. Proposal photo shoots are moments when everyone becomes happy, and I am grateful to have had many opportunities like this. Thank you very much!!

Two friendly families had booked a photo shoot with me. They rented kimonos near Fushimi Inari Shrine and were waiting for me in their kimonos. The photo shoot with both families, who were very bright and friendly, was fantastic.
First, we took pictures inside Fushimi Inari Shrine, and we were able to take many different types of pictures, including family photos, photos of only the children, photos of only the parents, and individual photos.
After Fushimi Inari, we went to the Gion area. Everyone seemed very interested in walking around the city of Kyoto, and I felt like I was traveling with them. We were able to take great photos of the weeping cherry blossoms in Maruyama Park, and the children were running around and playing in the park. The photo shoot with everyone full of energy was fun, and I look forward to meeting them again when they come back to Japan! Thank you very much!!

This time, it’s a surprise proposal photo shoot. The plan is to propose at the most famous Yasaka Pagoda in the Gion area of Kyoto. The customer rented a kimono, and I was standing by, anticipating the moment when they finished changing into the kimono. While waiting for them on the way to the Yasaka Pagoda, I was still nervous. With a surprise proposal, there is no room for mistakes as you have to pretend to be a tourist and follow them or suddenly take many photos. But I think the happy expressions on everyone’s faces when the proposal is successful are priceless. This time, the proposal was successful and we continued to take pictures in the Gion area. We took lots of photos, including pictures with the ring and pictures with the cherry blossoms, which had already bloomed. They liked the photos, and I also felt very happy taking them. I am truly grateful for the many requests for proposal photo shoots. It’s really rewarding to be able to assist not only with creating memories of their trips but also with other significant events. It’s already the cherry blossom season! I’m looking forward to taking pictures!

I had a family from Malaysia join me for the photoshoot. They were all very friendly, and especially the father was a really funny person, so he left the whole family smiling during the shoot. Thanks to them, the 2 hours session flew by and it was very enjoyable time with lots of happy photos taken.
The Gion area in Kyoto is very popular and visited by many tourists. I have visited countless times for photo shoots but the scenery changes depending on the season and I always get to take beautiful pictures. During this shoot, we took photos with lanterns at Yasaka shrine and sat on a small bridge in Maruyama park to take pictures. We walked about for 2 hours, so I think it must have been tough for the customers who were wearing kimonos. However, they ended up loving the photos and said they had a great time, which made me very happy too. I am looking forward to seeing them again when they come back to Japan! Thank you very much!!

The most popular place in Kyoto is this Fushimi Inari shrine. They had wanted to visit this place early morning for long time. The guy made a plan of surprise proposal at this shrine and I captured the awesome moments!! I have taken surprise proposal many times but it was first time to do at Fushimi Inari shrine because it is always very crowded here and difficult to propose without people on background. But we visited early morning like 7am. Some tourists already sightseeing here but much less people than usual. I followed them from entrance of the shrine to many red gates area. He proposed her at beautiful spot and I took many great shots of his proposal.
After that, I took video as well. Please check the video too!!:)

I met a great couple in Arashiyama Kyoto the middle of February. He and I made a plan of surprise proposal from January and he had an awesome idea. It is fortune cookie proposal that he made a ring into a fortune cookie. His girl friend would bite it and see the ring and then notice. I have never seen and heard this plan and was so excited to do that.
I went to Arashiyama around 7am. It was very early morning but there are almost empty. Only some local and tourist walked around there. He wanted to get photos without people in Bamboo forest. That’s why we made a plan to go early morning. I was following them as a normal tourist from entrance of bamboo forest and preparing for shooting. He asked me ‘Do you take our photos’ and this was a sign. She received the fortune cookies and found the ring. It made her super surprise and I captured the big moments. We walked around Arashiyama area after proposal and they were so friendly and happy couple. I was glad to see them and take their photos. I hope see you again in Japan or Singapore!! Thank you!!:)