Kanazawa private half day/Photoshoot by professional photographer
Description
Regardless of whether you are coming to Japan for the first time, or you’re an obsessed Japan lover, this intimate, private tour will be a unique experience to enhance your treasured memories to our beautiful city of Kanazawa. You will be taken to the city’s most beautiful places, guided by a local English-speaking professional photographer. During the tour I will capture your magical moments in Kanazawa, leaving you free to take in the sights without worrying about the best angles and light, or asking a stranger to take your picture! I am experienced in portrait and travel street photography, and my work has been published in many magazines, guidebooks including Lonely Planet and the city guides of tourism boards. A day out with me ensure you will have a knowledgeable, funny, local professional photographer, and Insta-worthy travel photos will be guaranteed!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Chaya is a traditional place of feasts and entertainment, where Japan’s famous geishas have been entertaining people through dances and playing traditional musical instruments since the Edo period. Higashiyama is the biggest chaya district in Kanazawa, and provides the opportunity for a glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural past. We will have a photo shoot session in the area
Optional: Shima is a historical geisha house in the Higashi Chaya-gai district of Kanazawa. The building is now a museum and gives visitors a look at the life of the geisha who once entertained here.
Adjacent to Higashiyama chaya district, Kazuemachi offers the experience of traditional places of entertainment and dining in a uniquely Japanese setting, but is less crowded compared with the more famous Higashiyama. Ideal location for photo shoots.
Kenrokuen is justifiably classified as one of Japan's ‘three most beautiful landscape gardens’. The spacious grounds used to be the outer garden of Kanazawa Castle, constructed by the ruling Maeda family over a period of nearly two centuries. Opened to the public in 1871, Kenrokuen features a variety of flowering trees which provide the garden with different aspects and features depending on the season. My personal favourite is Spring, but Nno matter what time of year, you won’t want to miss a visit to this magnificent, quintessential Japanese garden. You cannot miss a photo session here. It is a must do!
Kanazawa Castle was the seat of the Maeda Clan’s power over the Kaga Domain in Edo period Japan. The castle's thick outer walls still stand ranked and angled like a massive ziggurat. Visit to my favourite part of the castle – Ishikawamon Gate – to round out your visit. We will have photo shoot session.
We will pick you up/drop off in Komatsu/Kaga area.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up in Kanazawa or Komatsu/ Kaga. Max 7 guests (recommended for 5 adults 2 children). Child seat to be provided for under the age of 5 so please let us know in advance.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(41)
Takatoshi was amazing! He was prompt, professional, and a pleasure to work with. Even though it was an extremely hot day during our photo session, he was incredibly patient and accommodating, especially with our family and our three young children. During the tour, we visited the Higashi Chaya District, Kenroku Garden, and Kanazawa Castle. Takatoshi made us feel comfortable and never rushed us, allowing us to fully enjoy each location while capturing beautiful, natural moments throughout the experience. The kids even got to enjoy gold leaf ice cream at their pace. We absolutely love the photos he took of our family and couldn’t be happier with the experience. We highly recommend booking a photo tour with Takatoshi—you’ll leave with wonderful memories and stunning photos to cherish for years to come!
Thank you Diem for your lovely feedback! Im glad all of you had fun and enjoyed the experience. Hope to capture your family memories again in the near future. :)
We had a really great photo shoot with TK. He was punctual, professional, and gave us some great tips. He exceeded our expectations—the photos turned out fantastic. Even though our four-year-old children are a bit camera-shy, he was patient and achieved amazing results. We highly recommend him!
Thank you for letting me capture your family memories in Kanazawa! Im happy to know you love the photos. Hope to see you for autumn leaves next time. :)
TK is an excellent photographer. He gave us great direction and was very kind. He made our engagement photos very special, I'd recommend it.
Thank you for your lovely feedback and sharing your special moments with me. Im glad you are happy with the result. Hope to see you again for your honeymoon!
Great experience touring with TK around Kanazawa! It was a seamless experience from hotel pick up to the beautiful garden and Higashichaya district! Had good conversation in fluent English which fulfilled our curiosity while taking causal photos.
Thank you for joining me to capture your memories in Kanazawa! Im glad you enjoyed the experience. Hope to see you again!
Beautiful day with an exceptional photographer. Caring and passionate about his work, he made this moment unforgettable. The photos are sublime: bright and natural. He guided us everywhere with calm and professionalism. Thank you very much! Do not hesitate to call on TK!
Thank you for spending a day with me. Im glad you enjoyed the experience and love the photos. Hope to see you again in the near future.
We booked the half day Kanazawa tour, which included pick up at our hotel, transportation via private car, a tour of the Higashi Chaya tea district, the Kenrokuen Garden, and Kanazawa Castle. Overall, TK was knowledge and showed us things we wouldn’t have otherwise noticed on our own. Even better was the fact that he was taking photos of our family the entire time, which has left us with great memories of our tour. Thanks TK - will book something with you again next time!
Thank you Brad! It was fun to show you around and photoshoot for your lovely family. Hope to see you again in the near future. :)
We had a great time during our photoshoot thanks to TK's kind guidance and relaxed nature. The shoot felt very natural and the pictures turned out great! Thank you again!
Thank you Nadja! Im glad you enjoyed the photoshoot. Hope to capture your memories in different seasons next time. :D
We had a lovely day! TK was a wonderful host and tour guide. He was also patient with our group because we went a little rogue. He picked us up at the cruise ship and took us to all the main points of interest and we still have time for a little shopping at the end. All of us agreed that it was a great experience! And, the pictures were lovely also. Thank you TK!
Thank you Kate for your great review! Im glad you all have great time in Kanazawa. Hope you will be back again. :)
The experience was great, TK is really a PRO, thank you!!! It was all worth it and we enjoyed our photography session because TK is so nice.
Thank you Ana! Im glad to know you love the photos. Hope to take you to other locations next time. :)
We had an exciting and informative tour in combination with a great family shoot in Kanazawa. TK was flexible in choosing the photo spots and patient;-) Just a few days later we had the great photos. Thank you for the nice morning and we can only recommend the tour!
Thank you Patrizia! Im glad you had fun in Kanazawa and love the photos. Look forward to seeing you again. :)
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