Private Photoshoot in Karuizawa: Professional Photos & Video

Two cameras document your Karuizawa moments while you live them

A private four-hour photoshoot in Karuizawa with a husband-and-wife photography team who capture candid moments at sites like Kumoba Pond and Old Ginza Street. You receive 150+ edited photos on a personal web album and a short video. Guides speak English and Japanese, and pickup is included.

The experience

Two professional photographers follow you through Karuizawa for four hours, shooting with two cameras as you move through the places that matter to your trip. Whether you're walking through the forests, pausing at Kumoba Pond, or exploring Old Ginza Street, they work to catch the real moments: the unguarded smiles, the light on your face, the way you move through a place you've never been. You don't pose for a formal session. You do what you came to do, and they document it.

The husband-and-wife team are based in Nagano Prefecture and work with international travelers regularly. They speak English and Japanese, so the commentary and direction flow in whichever language suits you. Pickup is included, which means you don't arrange transport to the shoot. They meet you and take you to the sites. Over the four hours, they shoot both stills and video, then edit everything afterward.

What you take home is a personal web album holding 150+ edited photos and a short video. The material you'll actually watch and share, not a raw folder you have to sort through. The photos are yours to download and use. The video brings the day back in motion.

What’s included

• Four hours of shooting with two professional photographers using two cameras.
• 150+ edited photos delivered on a personal web album.
• one short video.
• guides in English and Japanese.
• pickup included.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Japanese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 34 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by The Kodamas

Is this one for you?The guides speak English and Japanese, so you can follow direction and commentary in whichever language is natural for you. If you're traveling with a partner or group and want professional photos without the formal session feel, this works. If you need a guide to explain Karuizawa's history and culture as you move through it, this is a photoshoot, not a sightseeing tour.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Japanese.

What locations in Karuizawa do you shoot at during the four hours?

The shoot moves through Karuizawa's main sites: forests, Kumoba Pond, and Old Ginza Street are typical stops, though the exact route depends on what appeals to you and the light on the day. The photographers adapt to where you want to spend time.

Do I need to bring anything or wear specific clothes for the photoshoot?

Wear whatever makes you comfortable and reflects how you want to be remembered. The photographers work with natural light and real settings, so there's no dress code. Just bring yourself and the energy you want in the photos.

When do I get the photos and video after the shoot?

The edited photos and video are uploaded to your personal web album after the session. The exact timeline isn't specified, but you'll receive access to download everything once editing is complete.

Can the photoshoot be adjusted if I want to visit different locations in Karuizawa?

Yes. The four-hour session is flexible around where you want to go. Let the photographers know your preferences, and they'll work the shoot around those sites instead of the standard stops.

Is the photoshoot suitable if I have mobility concerns or use a wheelchair?

The activity is wheelchair accessible. If you use a wheelchair or have mobility questions, mention this when booking so the photographers can plan the route and pacing to work for you.