Top Kansai Services

Visiting Kyoto? Make sure to have the best, most beautiful photos while you're touring and exploring the city! We will visit 5 spots within 1 hour About photo *You will be receiving 40 high-resolution, fully edited photos. *You will receive all unedited photos for you to use freely! we will start from the front of Yasaka Shrine gate and will take around 15 minutes there to take some pictures and explain about the Shirne then will move to Yasaka Koshindo which takes 10 minutes to take some pictures and explain about the temple then will move to Hidden Street and will take there around 10 minutes and taking some pictures then we will move to Hōkan-ji Temple will stay there around 15 minutes to take some pictures and explain about the will move to the last spot which is Sannenzaka will stay there 10 minutes to take some pictures and will drop you off at Japanese style Starbucks. ・Yasaka-Shrine ・Yasaka Koshindo ・Hidden Street ・Hōkan-ji Temple ・Sannenzaka

In this activity, you can experience traditional kimono from more than 100 kimono selections. Also we will make your hair style beautifully. We will go out together Japanese garden , then Professional photographer take your phots in beautiful location in Osaka. You can enjoy taking photos in the garden throughout the four seasons. Also you can walk around downtown of Shinsekai area Osaka wearing kimono. There are alot of shops or arcade in the area. 　

Bring home memories and fabulous photos you can cherish for a lifetime! Visit Maruyama Park, Ninezaka street, Yasaka Pagoda & more Details: ■ 60-minute photo tour ■ A private & exclusive booking ■ Get 40 professionally taken and edited shots (in Jpeg) ■ Free use of beautiful antique / vintage Japanese fans & umbrellas upon request **limited time offer** ■ Guided to your location ■ I'll guide you in a variety of poses and capture wonderful candid moments On the day: ■ Meet at your choice of Keihan Gion-Shijo or Kiyomizu Gojo Stations at the set booking time ■ Guided to Yasaka Pagoda and its sloped streets with some history and details of the area ■ We'll then walk along the historical streets of Ninenzaka ■ Finally walking through Maruyama Park to get wonderful shots with a backdrop of nature & ponds After: ■ Images professionally edited and sent via Google Drive 2-3 days after the shoot Extras: ■ RAW files available for 5000 yen IG account: hugh_dornan_photography

Private photo shoot. Choose your favorite location and leave the photos to me, memories for life! Professional photos by a photographer with over 8 years of living in Kyoto, who knows all the secret spots, hidden streets and with techniques to avoid crowds. Only photo shoot in Kyoto that includes: All photo data! All photo data edited! 3 professional retouched photos of choice! Digitally sent by Google Drive.

Take a deep dive into traditional Japanese culture and history during this full-day trip to Kyoto and Nara from the center of Kyoto or Osaka. Enjoy the atmosphere of Kyoto’s Arashiyama district and admire the beautiful grounds of the Kinkaku-ji temple. Then head to Nara and see the wild deer of Nara Park. Multiple pickup points and lunch upgrade options are available.

Osaka is a convenient base from which to explore the rest of Japan. Explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites of Kyoto with ease on a hassle-free day trip from Osaka, the ideal choice for first-time visitors with limited time. You’ll experience a romantic train ride to Sagano, home to Arashiyama Park, and tick off the vivid Fushimi Inari Shrine without the hassle of traveling between landmarks alone.

Take a deep-dive into Japanese culture and experience Osaka like a local on this evening walking tour. Join your Japanese-Australian guide, Andy, to explore the city’s historic districts, including the former ghetto and the Red Light district. Learn about Osaka’s history, heritage, and local traditions; venture down the backstreets to visit quirky sites often missed by travelers; and sample traditional street foods. Upgrade to include a delicious dinner of typical ‘kushikatsu’ cuisine.

Enrich yourself with the fascinating history of Kyoto’s numerous UNESCO-listed temples and shrines during this day trip from Osaka. Explore the seemingly endless ‘torii’ gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine, visit Kiyomizu-dera temple, and explore Kinkaku-ji temple. Customize your trip by adding on a deluxe or standard Japanese style lunch, and select from four pickup points.

Go off the beaten track—and avoid tourist traps—on this nighttime walking tour of Osaka. In a small group of no more than six people head for the foodie districts of Tenma and Kyobashi to sample local dishes, enjoy a few drinks, and get to know the locals.

If you want to party like they do in Osaka, this bar-hopping tour is perfect for you. Your local guide takes you to traditional Izakaya bars that only locals know. If you don’t speak Japanese, don’t let language barriers get in your way. Your guide helps to explain the menus, and order unique, local dishes and drinks for you. Enjoy enough drinks and food to make up a full meal; vegetarians and vegans can also be accommodated.

Discover the historic environs of Nara, ancient capital of Japan, as you explore Buddhist temples, shrines and the famous Nara deer park on this excursion from Kyoto. Visit Todaji Temple, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan and home to the country’s largest Buddha statue, before seeing Kasuga Shrine, which features over 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns. Then stop by Nara Park, a 1,250-acre reserve that’s home to more than 1,000 deer.

When your trip to Osaka is over, get to Kansai International Airport (KIX) with ease on this pre-booked transfer service. Your driver meets you at your accommodation located anywhere in Osaka’s city center. Then, sit back and relax on the journey to the airport where you arrive with plenty of time before your departure flight.

This guided tour helps you discover lots of Kyoto’s dispersed temples, shrines, and cultural attractions in one day. Save time researching and planning your trip, by having the itinerary organized for you. Travel in an air-conditioned coach for a hassle-free day. Highlights include Kiyomizu-Dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Sagano Bamboo Forest, and Kinkaku-ji Temple.

See and do exactly what you want on this private and customizable half-day walking tour of Osaka. Your local guide will aim to show you a range of historic and modern sites in Japan’s second-largest city. Choose to visit highlights including Osaka Castle, the Umeda Sky Building, the Dotombori District, and more. Your guide will meet you at your hotel so you won’t have to worry about finding them.

Professional photo shoot by a local photographer. I'm an Italian freelance photographer based in Kyoto since 2015. I spend a lot of time searching the best places in Kyoto to show you how magic this city is, let's explore it together! If you don't know how to pose don't worry, just enjoy the photo shoot and follow my instruction!

Bring home memories and photos you can cherish for a lifetime! Visit Fushimi Inari & the secret bamboo grove that locals don't even know exists! Details: ■ 60-minute photo tour ■ A private & exclusive booking ■ Get 40 professionally taken and edited shots (in Jpeg) ■ Free use of beautiful vintage Japanese fans & umbrellas upon request **limited time offer** ■ Guided to your location ■ I will guide you in a variety of poses and capture some great, natural candid moments On the day: ■ Meet at your choice of JR or Keihan Fushimi Inari Stations at the set time ■ Guided to the main shrine where we will take a series of candid shots and poses along the way with some history of the area ■ We'll then shoot at the secret bamboo grove ■ Finally, we will go through the famous red Torii gates and capture the best shots of you After: ■ Images edited & sent via Google Drive 2-3 days later Extras: ■ RAW files available for an extra 5000 yen Check out my IG account: hugh_dornan_photography

Higashiyama, Kyoto, approach to Kiyomizu Temple There is a Maiko transformation studio four seasons that renovated a townhouse, There are Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kodai-ji Temple, Sanenzaka (Sanenzaka), Nene no Michi, and Yasaka Pagoda. You can transform yourself into a maiko in the streets of Kyoto where you can feel the ancient capital, and you can do indoor photography and walk around the neighborhood. We are committed to all things authentic, we do not allow compromise on beauty and customer service, we bring out the beauty of each customer to the maximum and transform, we take pictures of those memories beautifully and bring back pictures that will remain forever. Please experience the beauty of a real maiko in the four seasons.

Capturing great vacation photos can be tricky if relying on selfies, so make the most of your time in Kyoto by exploring the traditional district of Gion with a professional photographer guide. As you stroll past ancient shrines and pagodas, the talented photographer takes shots of you next to beautiful backdrops. Then, once the tour has finished, receive 30 retouched images within three days.

We take care of your burdensome, Luggage during your sightseeing. When you arrive in Kyoto, it's not convenient to explore the city with bulky Luggage. Whether you leave it at the station or store it at the hotel after check-out, you have to come back for it later. It's a waste of time. That's where Oh my Bag service comes in. We securely store your Luggage and even deliver it to your hotel or the travel center located near the station. Whether it's your arrival day in Kyoto or the day you depart, you can make the most of your time without worrying about your Luggage. Our exclusive Luggage storage and delivery service ensures your belongings are taken care of while you freely enjoy your time in Kyoto. The storage location is located in front of Kyoto station and the room has an air conditionar so that you don't worry about your luggage even when it is so hot outside!

There is many places and hidden places you will not know if you traveled alone. There is old buildings, alley with izakayas and many more.

For those new to the Japanese rice wine, sake can be something of a mystery. Unravel those mysteries on this tour to Kyoto's Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, which has been making sake since 1637. See how producers have made sake throughout the past few hundred years, and understand the techniques they use. Enjoy sampling some of the sake and then have lunch (included) in the restaurant.

Get your hands on the magical eSIM & enjoy advantages over traditional SIM cards. Simply scan the designated QRCode to set up the eSIM. Book now and add another delight to your trip!

Check my IG! : Kyotoric (77K followers) Our sessions can range from 20 minutes to half a day. You can check my availability, works, client interviews and prices there. I can arrange sessions more flexible there. I will be sure to do the best edits and take the best shots for you in this session, as I am the only photographer providing this service unlike others. You can try my 20min sessions first and extend the session for extra cost. We'll explore the enchanting historic streets and locations. As your dedicated photographer, I'll expertly capture the essence of your Kyoto adventure, focusing on portraits, couples, honeymoons, and family moments. I'll also personalize your poses and preferences. I'll also share insights into local culture, recommend delectable dining spots, and provide insider tips for maximizing your enjoyment of Japan. Join me in creating unforgettable memories and forging new friendships amidst the beauty of Kyoto!