Nara
Japan's first permanent capital — free-roaming deer, Todai-ji Temple and the ancient sacred forest of Kasuga.
Photographers — Nara
Studio Zero Osaka
Over 10,000 couples served. Western + kimono combo plans, full English site.
From $503
Free to enquireWaplus Nara
Kimono rental and wedding photography based in Naramachi. English support.
From $639
Free to enquireProPhotoMidori
Higashimuki Kita-machi, Nara City. A 100-year-old studio officially designated for Kasuga Taisha weddings.
From —
Free to enquireNara Jinja Kon
Specialists in Nara shrine weddings at Kasuga Taisha, Omiwa Shrine and more.
From $1,277–$1,277
Free to enquireStudio Orange
Full-course kimono + Western shoots completed in a single day.
From $284–$568
Free to enquirePhoto Studio Watanabe
Long-established photo studio founded over 90 years ago. Officially designated Kasuga Taisha vendor.
From $710–$1,135
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