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title: Your Private Vacation Photography Session In Kyoto
lang: en
type: tour
city: Kyoto
country: Japan
price: 261
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_group
availability: bookable
rating: 4.95
reviews: 113
duration_minutes: 60
duration_max_minutes: 90
languages: [ja, en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 4 of 7 (Photoshoots & Kimono Experiences)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/your-private-vacation-photography-session-in-kyoto/
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# Your Private Vacation Photography Session In Kyoto

**Guidekin's take:** Capture your Kyoto visit with a local photographer on a private tour for your party, suited to couples or families. Edited photos are included; transport and a kimono are excluded, and the session is priced per group. 4.95 from 113 reviews at €261 per group/vehicle for 1h–1h 30m.

In our comparison: #4 of 7 in Photoshoots & Kimono Experiences, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

This is your private vacation photography session in Kyoto. Kyoto is one of the most popular destination of the vacation trip. The unique culture, delicious food, and fabulous scenery will be waiting for you. You would feel like to capture each the best moments in your trip in Kyoto with your partner or family. Then you can join this photography service. We are all local photographers. So we will not only take beautiful photography of you, but also give you why Kyoto is the best, some history and culture, and tips that help you enjoy Kyoto more.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: This meeting point is the sample.
- 4 start times: between 08:00 and 15:30
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €261 per group/vehicle
- Duration: 1h–1h 30m
- Rating: 4.95/5 from 113 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Your Travel Story Japan
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: Japanese, English
- Start times: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 15:30
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.95 from 113 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 111 of 113.

- 5 stars: 111 (98%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 2 (2%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- About 50 beautiful edited photos (could be more)

## Not included

- Transportation fee
- Japanese traditional Kimono

## Itinerary

1. **Hanamikoji Street** (pass by, no stop) - This is usually our meeting spot. But this is your private photography session, we can discuss the time and location first. The popular spots are for example, Fabulous bamboo forest area - Arashiyama, About 100,00 Torii Gate area - Fushimi Inari, Traditonal and beautiful city...
2. **Yasui-Konpiragu** (20m) - This is small but beautiful shrine. We can see the beautiful maple leaves in autumn season and the cherry blossom in spring season. We usually start photo shooting here.
3. **This is Japanese hotel, Ryokan area** (10m) - It's very quiet and peaceful place.
4. **Nene-no-Michi** (10m) - Beautiful Kyoto style street
5. **Maruyama Park** (10m) - This is the best spot for the cherry blossom in spring season. Beautiful park.
6. **Yasaka Shrine** (30m) - This is your private photography session, so we can discuss the time and location first. The popular spots are for example, Fabulous bamboo forest area - Arashiyama, About 100,00 Torii Gate area - Fushimi Inari, Traditonal and beautiful city Gion area, Beautiful Wedding area...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 15:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

This meeting point is the sample.
This is the private photo session, so we can meet up wherever you want.

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Join with less luggage will be better for photography

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €261 | €131 |
| 4 | €261 | €65 |
| 6 | €261 | €44 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Photoshoots & Kimono Experiences start at €96 per person.

## Compared with other Photoshoots & Kimono Experiences

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #4 of 7** | €261 per group | 1h–1h 30m | 4.95 (113) | private |
| [Kyoto Samurai Armor Experience: Matcha, Calligraphy, Photoshoot](/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-samurai-armor-experience-matcha-calligraphy-photoshoot/?format=md) | €96 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (542) | shared |
| [Private Kyoto Photography and Dress up Adventure （ALL PLAN)](/japan/kyoto/tours/private-kyoto-photography-and-dress-up-adventure-all-plan/?format=md) | €112 | 1h 30m | 5.0 (57) | private |
| [Kyoto Private Photo Shoot & Tour by SnapKyoto](/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-private-photo-shoot-tour-by-snapkyoto/?format=md) | €261 per group | 1h | 5.0 (52) | private |

Ranked #4 of 7 in Photoshoots & Kimono Experiences by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €96 to €116, median €114; typical length 1h 30m. 5 of 7 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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