Kyoto Photographers
Japan's former imperial capital — the most photographed destination for kimono pre-wedding shoots, with iconic shrines, temples and bamboo groves.
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Voyage Kyoto
One couple per day, 180-minute relaxed shoots. Authentic Yumi Katsura kimono.
From $1,161–$2,258
Free to enquire
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Atelier Casha
Location shoots in Gion, Higashiyama, Kamogawa, the Philosopher's Path and more. Over 50 kimono.
From $581–$1,613
Free to enquire
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Hanayome Wakon
Diverse locations: Gion stone pavements, Kamogawa, Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Garden, and permitted shrines and temples.
From $1,135–$2,697
Free to enquire
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Sanzakudo
Kimono pre-wedding specialists based in Gion. New kimono, hair accessories and undergarments all included with no upcharge.
From $632–$1,613
Free to enquire
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Koto Photo
Salon in a Kyoto machiya on Shinmonzen-dori. Over 100 authentic kimono with location shoots across Kyoto.
From $445–$1,419
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Studio 8 Nagoya
Part of the Decollte Group. English and Chinese sites available.
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Wedding Avenue Nagoya
Separate English site. Atelier studio with a sophisticated atmosphere.
From $566–$815
Free to enquire
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Wedding Avenue Shinsaibashi
Over 400 kimono, English site, 3-min walk from Nagahoribashi.
From $566
Free to enquire
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Studio Zero Osaka
Over 10,000 couples served. Western + kimono combo plans, full English site.
From $503
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Watabe Wedding Kyoto
Studio in front of the Kyoto Imperial Palace. 150+ outfits with shoots at To-ji, Ninna-ji and Daikaku-ji.
From $58–$986
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KYOKANE
Full English site. A 100-year-old kimono merchant with over 1,000 high-quality kimono.
From $1,135–$1,547
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TAKAMI BRIDAL
EN/JP toggleable site. Founded 1923, with 30+ shrine and temple locations including World Heritage sites.
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- Language on the day
- Confirm who will communicate with you during planning, dressing and photography. Ask who arranges an interpreter and whether there is an extra charge.
- An itemized quote in JPY
- Ask which outfits, hair and makeup, location fees, transport and photo delivery are included. Request the total with tax and your chosen extras.
- Your date and locations
- Ask the studio to confirm availability, permission arrangements, a rain alternative and cancellation terms in writing before you pay.