Private Tour
Kanazawa private half day/Photoshoot by professional photographer
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Regardless of whether you are coming to Japan for the first time, or you’re an obsessed Japan lover, this intimate, private tour will be a unique experience to enhance your treasured memories to our beautiful city of Kanazawa. You will be taken to the city’s most beautiful places, guided by a local English-speaking professional photographer. During the tour I will capture your magical moments in Kanazawa, leaving you free to take in the sights without worrying about the best angles and light, or asking a stranger to take your picture! I am experienced in portrait and travel street photography, and my work has been published in many magazines, guidebooks including Lonely Planet and the city guides of tourism boards. A day out with me ensure you will have a knowledgeable, funny, local professional photographer, and Insta-worthy travel photos will be guaranteed!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Higashi Chaya District
Chaya is a traditional place of feasts and entertainment, where Japan’s famous geishas have been entertaining people through dances and playing traditional musical instruments since the Edo period. Higashiyama is the biggest chaya district in Kanazawa, and provides the opportunity for a glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural past. We will have a photo shoot session in the area
Ochaya Shima
Optional: Shima is a historical geisha house in the Higashi Chaya-gai district of Kanazawa. The building is now a museum and gives visitors a look at the life of the geisha who once entertained here.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private English-speaking professional photographer guide
Location-based photography tips
15 edited digital images of your day out.(selected by photographer)
Photo sessions by professional photographer
Free private transportation
Admission fees
Entrance fee for photographer if applicable
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Pick up in Kanazawa
Pickup included
Pick up in Komatsu/Kaga
Pick up in Komatsu/Kaga area: Pick up in Komatsu at 8:30am/12:30pm
Pick up in Kaga at 8am/12pm
Pickup included
Reviews
40 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
very friendly, professional photographer. We had a great photo shoot! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
DerLarsDer,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really great photo shoot with TK. He was punctual, professional, and gave us some great tips. He exceeded our expectations—the photos turned out fantastic. Even though our four-year-old children are a bit camera-shy, he was patient and achieved amazing results. We highly recommend him!
Very happy
S5363PNbrandonw,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00TK is an excellent photographer. He gave us great direction and was very kind. He made our engagement photos very special, I'd recommend it.
Wonderful experience with TK!
Lyshinnienni,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience touring with TK around Kanazawa! It was a seamless experience from hotel pick up to the beautiful garden and Higashichaya district! Had good conversation in fluent English which fulfilled our curiosity while taking causal photos.
Unforgettable moment
silviafO1272EP,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful day with an exceptional photographer. Caring and passionate about his work, he made this moment unforgettable. The photos are sublime: bright and natural. He guided us everywhere with calm and professionalism. Thank you very much! Do not hesitate to call on TK!
Great service: private tour + photoshoot + cultural experience all-in-one
BradS79,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the half day Kanazawa tour, which included pick up at our hotel, transportation via private car, a tour of the Higashi Chaya tea district, the Kenrokuen Garden, and Kanazawa Castle. Overall, TK was knowledge and showed us things we wouldn’t have otherwise noticed on our own. Even better was the fact that he was taking photos of our family the entire time, which has left us with great memories of our tour. Thanks TK - will book something with you again next time!
Couple Photoshoot with rented Kimono 👘
Nadja A,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time during our photoshoot thanks to TK's kind guidance and relaxed nature. The shoot felt very natural and the pictures turned out great! Thank you again!
Wonderful way to experience Kanazawa
Kathryn O,Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a lovely day! TK was a wonderful host and tour guide. He was also patient with our group because we went a little rogue. He picked us up at the cruise ship and took us to all the main points of interest and we still have time for a little shopping at the end. All of us agreed that it was a great experience! And, the pictures were lovely also. Thank you TK!
A big thumbs up
B9925OKjamesl,May 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was great, TK is really a PRO, thank you!!! It was all worth it and we enjoyed our photography session because TK is so nice.
Super combination of shooting and city tour
Patrizia S,May 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an exciting and informative tour in combination with a great family shoot in Kanazawa. TK was flexible in choosing the photo spots and patient;-) Just a few days later we had the great photos. Thank you for the nice morning and we can only recommend the tour!
Kanazawa Private Photoshoot
H3536VYchristinac,Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00TK was fantastic! He accommodated a last minute booking for us and made our time in Kanazawa so special. The photographs he took were stunning and he was able to find the best shots in even the most crowded spaces. Along with the great photographs, TK was also a knowledgeable tour guide having grown up in the area and he provided meaningful insights and history.
Related Experiences
Operated by TK Photography Kanazawa