[Kyoto] Introducing recommended wedding photo spots in Kyoto and its surrounding areas!

• Table of Contents
• Gion
• Around Yasaka Pagoda
• Ranzan
• Kamogawa
• Photo spots around Kyoto
• Harborland (Kobe, Kobe Hyogo Prefecture )
• Former settlement (Kobe, Kobe Hyogo Prefecture )
• Takaharu ( Hyogo Prefecture, Kamikawa Town Prefecture)
• Osaka City Chuo Public Hall (Osaka)
• Tsurumi Ryokuchi Park (Osaka)
• Rinku Marble Beach
• Important points to note
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Gion

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The Gion area, with its typical Kyoto scenery, is a popular location for wedding photography in Kyoto.

You can take photos in a unique setting with traditional buildings, stone-paved alleys, vermilion fences and lanterns, and other pictures that you won't find anywhere else. It's a great place to take photos in traditional Japanese clothing as well as dresses. You can also experience the seasons with cherry blossoms in spring, green willow leaves in summer, and autumn leaves in autumn.

In some areas of Gion, it is prohibited to take photos in dresses (traditional Japanese clothing is OK), wedding photos are prohibited in the afternoon, and photos of kissing are prohibited. Therefore, it is recommended to hire a photographer who is accustomed to taking photos in Kyoto. Capture My Japan also has photographers who live in Kyoto on staff!!

Around Yasaka Pagoda

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Among the Gion area introduced earlier, the area around Yasaka Pagoda is particularly popular as a wedding photography location. This area offers beautiful scenery that looks great with both Western and Japanese clothing.

One of the attractions of this area is the many photogenic spots, such as the road where you can see Yasaka Pagoda right in front of you, and Yasaka Koshindo , a famous and colorful and cute temple.

In some locations, wedding photography is prohibited or there are restrictions on the time of day, so it is best to hire a photographer who is accustomed to photography in Kyoto. At Capture My Japan , we have photographers who are accustomed to photography in Kyoto, so you can rest assured.

Ranzan

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Ranzan , a popular tourist destination in Kyoto , is recommended for wedding photography in traditional Japanese clothing.

The bamboo forest path , which is a beautiful tunnel of greenery, is a popular photo spot in Ranzan. There are also many other photo spots in the area, such as Kimono Forest , which is lined with pillars designed with traditional Kyoto dyeing techniques, Togetsukyo Bridge, which is a representative spot of Ranzan, and other temples.

However, since it is a very popular tourist destination, it is always crowded no matter when you visit... If you want to take wedding photos in Ranzan, it is best to do it early in the morning when there are fewer people.

Arashiyama

616-0007 Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

In Arashiyama, the trees change color beautifully in autumn, making the Bamboo Forest Path and Togetsukyo Bridge look gorgeous. You can enjoy the autumn leaves in a variety of ways, such as from the Sagano Torokko Train or viewing the colorful trees at the Sogenchi Garden of Tenryu-ji Temple, a World Heritage Site. Kyoto is very popular in autumn from both within Japan and overseas, but if you are worried about crowds, we recommend sightseeing early in the morning. Visiting early, especially just after the temples open, will allow you to enjoy sightseeing in relative peace and quiet.

Kamogawa

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Kamogawa , which runs through Kyoto City , is famous for the sight of lovers sitting at equal intervals along the river, and is a sacred place for Japanese people. It is surrounded by nature and an open sky, so it is recommended for those who want to relax and take wedding photos in a calm atmosphere.

The area from Kamogawa Delta to Shijo Ohashi Bridge has no tall buildings and offers a good view, making it ideal for photography. Around Shijo Ohashi Bridge, there are rows of Noryo-yuka (relaxing terraces), a seasonal feature of summer in Kyoto, and this area is where couples sit at equal intervals, making it a popular date spot. It is also a place where you can see cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn.

Photo spots around Kyoto

While Kyoto is a great place to take wedding photos, there are many other locations around Kyoto that are also great for photography.

All of these locations are easily accessible from Kyoto, so be sure to consider the places introduced below as your options.

Harborland (Kobe, Kobe Hyogo Prefecture )

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It is no exaggeration to say that the view from Harborland is the most famous in Kobe. It is also a popular location for wedding photography, and the view at night is especially beautiful and romantic.

Large-scale renovation work will begin in 2021, and the Port Tower, which has been hidden for a long time, will finally reopen in April 2024! Why not take your wedding photos at Harborland, where you can once again enjoy the beautiful scenery?

However, to photograph weddings in Harborland, you will need to apply in advance. Applications are divided by area, and it can be somewhat difficult for people unfamiliar with the area to apply, so we recommend getting someone who is familiar with applying on your behalf. If you request photography through Capture My Japan , the photographer will handle all the applications on your behalf!

Kobe Harborland

650-0044 1-chome Higashikawasakicho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefect...

Harborland is a port area where multiple commercial facilities are located. A recommended tourist spot here is the Kobe Tile Refining Warehouse.

Former settlement (Kobe, Kobe Hyogo Prefecture )

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The former settlement has a history of about 150 years, and was described in the English newspaper "The Far East" at the time as "the most beautiful and well-designed settlement in the Toyo." Many buildings from that time still remain today.

Lined with stately stone modern buildings, this is a recommended photo spot for those who like a classical atmosphere.

You can also walk or take a taxi to Harborland, which we introduced earlier, so it would be a good idea to take photos of the former foreign settlement there as well.

Takaharu ( Hyogo Prefecture, Kamikawa Town Prefecture)

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Mine Takaharu is a Takaharu covered with silver grass, covering an area of ​​approximately 90 hectares. From spring to summer, the land spreads out in vivid green, and in autumn, it turns golden. If you take wedding photos here, you will definitely get fantastical photos that make you feel like you have entered a painting.

However, please note that the road is closed during the winter (December to late March).

Mine Takaharu is a prefectural natural park, so if you want to take wedding photos there, you will need permission from Hyogo Prefecture. It takes some time for permission to be granted after application, so we recommend that you apply at least two weeks before the shoot. If you request photography through Capture My Japan , the photographer will handle all the applications on your behalf.

Osaka City Chuo Public Hall (Osaka)

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Osaka City Chuo Public Hall , a nationally designated Important Cultural Property, is a Neo-Renaissance style facility with beautiful Aka and white colors.

If you take wedding photos in front of this stately building, you can take stylish and cool photos. At night, the building is lit up, allowing you to take beautiful photos that are different from those taken during the day.

Please note that you will need to apply for permission to film in advance. The application must be in Japanese, but don't worry, our photographers at Capture My Japan will apply for you!

Osaka City Central Public Hall

1-1-27 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, 530-0005

Osaka City Central Public Hall stands in the center of the big city, in the Kita-ku district of Osaka City, on the island of Nakanoshima, with the Dojima River to the north and the Tosabori River to the south.

Tsurumi Ryokuchi Park (Osaka)

Photo by HONOCA

Photo by HONOCA

Tsurumi Ryokuchi is a park where you can enjoy flowers all year round, such as cherry blossoms and violas in the spring, roses and salvia in the summer, cosmos in the fall, and camellias in the winter.

If you take wedding photos in a flower field, you are sure to get very cute and gorgeous photos. There is also a grassy area, a windmill, and rows of zelkova and poplar trees, so it is recommended for those who want to take photos in a park in Osaka. It is rare for a park to have beautiful scenery in any season, so you can approach the shoot with peace of mind.

Please note that in the case of wedding photography, you will need to apply for photography in advance and pay an application fee. If you request it from Capture My Japan , the photographer will handle all the necessary procedures in Japanese on your behalf!

Rinku Marble Beach

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Rinku Marble Beach is a beautiful beach located in a corner of Rinku Park in Osaka. The white marble that covers the beach and the blue of the sky and sea bring out the beauty of the dresses, making it a perfect place for wedding photography.

Also, Kansai International Airport is located just across the sea, so if you time it right you might be able to take photos with an airplane in the background.

If you would like to have a photographer take your photo at Rinku Park, including Marble Beach, you may need to apply in advance and pay an application fee (1,740 yen). If you request your photo taken through Capture My Japan , the photographer will take care of all the necessary paperwork in Japanese on your behalf!

Rinku Marble Beach

7-1 Rinkuoraiminami, Izumisano-shi, Osaka 598-0047

Important points to note

If you are planning on shooting a wedding in Japan, here are some points you should be aware of. Please read them carefully before shooting.

Filming permit application

In Japan, when shooting wedding photos, you need to apply for permission in advance in most locations except for public roads. In some cases, permission is granted immediately, while in other cases it can take more than two weeks. It is a good idea to decide on the shooting location early.

Please also note that in some locations you may be required to pay an application fee.

Most locations only accept filming applications in Japanese. It can be difficult to submit filming applications in Japanese, but at Capture My Japan , photographers will submit filming applications on your behalf, so don't worry.

Time of shooting

Another thing to keep in mind is the time of day you should take your photo. Popular photo locations, including Kyoto, are often also popular with tourists. In order to take photos in a relaxed atmosphere and avoid disturbing other tourists, it's best to take your photo at a time when tourists are visiting.

Also, there are some places where photography is prohibited during times when there are many tourists, such as around Yasaka Pagoda.

In order to follow the rules and take great photos, it's a good idea to hire a photographer who is familiar with the area.

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