Private Tokyo Photography Walking Tour with a Professional Photographer

Summary

Dive into the wild and eccentric culture capital of Tokyo. Let us be your companion to the best shots in this megatropolis. The Tokyo Street Photo Tour plunges headfirst into the craziest pedestrian crossing you have ever seen and continues into the back streets of Shibuya before giving you fantastic opportunities to perfect your street photography with the eclectic youth fashion of Harajuku. From street scenes to landmarks, this three-hour private photowalk teaches photography skills as well as encourages photographic development. Or photograph streaking car trails set against a futuristic Tokyo backdrop, or capture the beauty of Senso-ji temple after dark. During the Tokyo Night Photo Tour, we will have the opportunity to explore the futuristic setting of Shinjuku: neon lights, skyscrapers, and bustling streets no matter what the hour. Or we can take things a little calmer around Asakusa and shoot the Buddhist temple Senso-ji and the quiet paths nearby. We know the best spots in Tokyo after dark, and we can teach you how to capture them all superbly.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Suitable for all levels of photographers, from people just picking up a camera for the first time, to semi-professionals, we always make sure to find something new to teach you. With our one-on-one tours, we can make sure to go to the spots that interest you most, be they hidden gems, or spending time to get the perfect shot of Hachiko Crossing. We craft each tour to our guest. In addition to taking photos, you will go over: Compositional techniques such as lines, repetition, texture, angles, etc. Sharpening your eye: composition, subject and lighting. Explore Tokyo with a local, who might show you something you wouldn't normally see. Master the techniques. Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO and focusing. Reviewing your photography.

What’s included?

  • Professional Photographer Guide

  • Private Tour

  • Local Guide

  • Camera

  • tripod (available to rent)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Aperture Tours

About operator:

Fantastically futuristic, but steeped in tradition; Tokyo is a neon-lit contradiction that flashes by in a blur. The Aperture Tours plunge head first into the craziest pedestrian crossing you've ever seen and continue into the back streets of Shibuya before giving you fantastic opportunities to perfect your street photography with the eclectic youth fashion of Harajuku.

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