Kamakura Photo Tours
Endless Discoveries
Guided Tours with a photographer
Step into the heart of Kamakura, the city of the samurai, with a local photographer. We value direct communication to fully understand your expectations and create a journey of lasting memories tailored just for you. Tours are available in English and French. Within 24 hours, you’ll receive a download link with 20 professionally edited photos, allowing you to relive and share the highlights of your unforgettable day.
Secret Kamakura
Private 3-hour tour for 2 to 6 guests, photo package included, starting from 9.000 JPY per person.
Begin your journey in Kita-Kamakura and follow the scenic Daibutsu Hiking Trail with a local photographer as your guide. Along the way, discover two of Kamakura’s most atmospheric hidden shrines: Zeniarai Benten, tucked inside a cave, and the mystical Sasuke Inari, lined with red torii gates. This off-the-beaten-path experience offers a unique opportunity to explore, learn, and capture the spirit of Kamakura beyond the usual tourist routes. The tour ends near Kamakura Station, where the city’s energy and tradition meet.
Extended Kamakura
Private 5-hour tour for 2 to 6 guests, photo package included, starting from 12.000 JPY per person.
Explore the spiritual heart of Kamakura on this extended private tour guided by a local expert. Starting from Kamakura Station, you’ll visit peaceful temples like Jufuku-ji, Eishō-ji, Kaizō-ji, and Jōchi-ji, followed by a relaxing lunch in central Kamakura. The journey continues with a visit to the secluded Kakuon-ji Temple, reached by local bus. This thoughtfully paced experience combines walking and public transport, offering a deeper connection to Kamakura’s hidden beauty, Zen traditions, and timeless charm. Along the way, your guide shares stories and insights to help you experience the city like a local.
Zen & Matcha
Private 3-hour tour for 2 to 6 guests, photo package included, starting from 9.500 JPY per person.
Step off the beaten path and discover a more intimate side of Kamakura with a local photographer. This private walking tour blends quiet backstreets, hidden temples, and lush gardens with moments of calm and cultural immersion. From the serene Egara Tenjin shrine to the bamboo grove of Hokoku-ji, and a peaceful matcha tasting in a Zen teahouse, you’ll experience Kamakura’s spirit through the lens of someone who knows it deeply. Designed for those who love photography, history, and authentic encounters, this experience offers a rare and inspiring look at Japan’s ancient samurai capital.
Private tours are available for groups of 2 to 6 guests. Tailor-made experiences, crafted to suit your interests and needs, are also available upon request. Feel free to contact me for more information.
Photo Sessions
Treat yourself to an unforgettable moment in the heart of Kamakura with a photo session that captures your most beautiful moments in an authentic and inspiring setting. Within 24 hours, you will receive a download link to your carefully edited photos, ready to be shared and kept as a lasting memory of this special day.
Photo Session
1-hour outdoor photo session. Solo, couple or family, from 12,000 JPY per session.
Capture your time in Kamakura with a professional one-hour photo session in one of the city’s most iconic locations. Whether solo, as a couple or with family, your local photographer will guide you with ease, helping you relax and enjoy the moment while capturing natural and luminous portraits. From ancient temples and hidden alleys to the seaside’s relaxed charm, you can choose the backdrop that reflects your style. Within 24 hours, you will receive 10 beautifully edited photos, a timeless keepsake of your journey through this historic samurai capital.
Kimono Photo Session
2-hour outdoor photo session. Solo, couple or family, from 20,000 JPY per session.
Step into the elegance of Japanese tradition with a two-hour kimono photo session in the historic city of Kamakura. After meeting at Kamakura Station, your photographer will assist you in selecting a kimono or yukata at a local rental shop before guiding you to an authentic backdrop such as a temple, shrine or charming alleyway. Together, you will create a collection of refined portraits that reflect both your experience and the beauty of Japanese culture. Within 24 hours, you will receive 20 professionally edited photos, a timeless memory of your visit.
Studio Photo Session
3-hour photo session in a traditional Japanese-style studio, from 50,000 JPY per session.
Enjoy a studio photo session in an authentic Japanese setting. Whether you come alone or as a couple, your photographer will make you feel comfortable and capture natural, luminous moments. The studio is equipped with professional lighting, providing a soft and natural light. Before the session, a professional makeup artist will prepare you so that you look your very best in front of the camera. As an option, you can rent a traditional outfit such as a kimono or yukata. Within 24 hours after the session, you will receive a selection of 20 professionally edited photos.
Whether you are alone, as a couple, with friends, or with family, each session is thoughtfully tailored to you. I also offer location scouting services for professional photo shoots and TV crews. Feel free to contact me to plan your project in Kamakura.
Visual Stories
Forget the selfie stick! Your guide, also a professional photographer, will capture the highlights of your journey and take group photos at each stop so you can fully enjoy the moment. Within 24 hours of your tour, you’ll receive a secure link to download a curated selection of carefully edited, high-quality images — a lasting memory to cherish and share your story. Book your photo tour today and discover the timeless beauty of Japan’s former samurai capital!
About me
Hello ! My name is Bruno. I’m a photographer, photojournalist, and videographer based in Kamakura, a charming seaside town located along Shonan Bay, about 50 kilometers south of Tokyo. I’ve been living in Japan for over 12 years, capturing its people, culture, and landscapes through a documentary eye. Having explored every corner of Kamakura, I would be happy to share its hidden gems and stories with you.
Kamakura is often referred to as the city of the samurai because this former political capital of Japan was established and ruled by warlords for nearly three centuries. It also became an early center for Rinzai Zen Buddhism and played a key role in its spread throughout the country. The city, also known as the Kyoto of Eastern Japan, is home to some of the oldest Zen temples in the archipelago.
A Brief History of Kamakura
In 1181, Minamoto no Yoritomo, victorious over the Taira clan, settled in Kamakura, which would become the political and economic capital of Japan. Appointed shogun in 1192 by the emperor, who remained in Kyoto, he established the bakufu, the military government, and ushered in the Kamakura period. This era lasted until 1333, when the city was invaded and defeated by the forces of Emperor Go-Daigo.
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