The Higashiyama District is renowned for its well-preserved historical temples and ancient architecture. Its traditional streets, narrow alleys, wooden buildings, and traditional shops will take you on a timeless travel to an old Kyoto.
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Wander through its charming streets, you can immerse yourself in streets that were once walked by glorious samurai, the first geishas, ​​and streets where a part of feudal Japan remains intact.
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Famous landmarks include the Yasaka Pagoda, the Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and the picturesque Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka streets, which are filled with unique cafes, restaurants, and traditional shops, where you can buy and enjoy local sweets, crafts, and souvenirs.
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What to Do and See
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<li style="font-size: 18px;">Explore Traditional Streets and discover more of the magical places the area has waiting for you.</li>
<li style="font-size: 18px;">Visit Temples and Shrines.</li>
<li style="font-size: 18px;">Enjoy the Local Gastronomy.</li>
<li style="font-size: 18px;">Go shopping for souvenirs, browse traditional stores where you can find authentic crafts.</li>
<li style="font-size: 18px;">Experience a Traditional Tea Ceremony.</li>
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Tips for Visiting
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<li style="font-size: 18px;">Go and visit the places in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the crowds, especially during high seasons like cherry blossom and autumn foliage.</li>
<li style="font-size: 18px;">Explore Side Streets and you will discover hidden gems.</li>
<li style="font-size: 18px;">Stay for the Evening, the atmosphere will change completely after sunset, and walking through the illuminated streets can take you to a magical experience.</li>
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Whether it's for a couple session, an engagement, or a family session, Higashiyama and its magical streets steeped in history await you. And there's nothing better than a photoshoot to capture those special moments.

The Higashiyama Distric

“Thank you so much, Rafael. This session was more than just photos, it was a celebration of our son’s graduation, and you captured it perfectly. We’re so happy with every image!”

Cynthia, John & Ethan

“Walking through Kyoto in kimono felt like stepping into a dream, and Rafael made that dream last forever with his stunning photos. Thank you for your patience, kindness, and artistic eye!”

Natasha & Marcus

Rafael made our Kyoto shoot feel easy and enjoyable from start to finish. His vibe was calm, friendly, and easy to connect with, which made us feel comfortable right away. The whole session felt natural, never forced or overly posed and we genuinely had a good time.

His photos were spectacular. He captured the atmosphere of Kyoto and the connection between us in a way that felt honest and meaningful. We feel lucky to have those moments documented so beautifully.

Arthur & Carolyn

We recently traveled to Japan as a family of five and wanted to capture special memories in Kyoto. From the very beginning, Rafael was an absolute pleasure to work with—professional, kind, and very responsive. He provided clear information about his packages and even offered helpful recommendations for renting kimonos, which made the entire booking process effortless. On the day of our shoot, Rafael met us at the kimono shop and immediately made us feel at ease. He was warm, conversational, and created such a comfortable atmosphere for our family. His attention to detail and artistic eye truly shone through in the final photos. When we received our album, we were overjoyed—every picture was beautifully captured, just as we had hoped. These

Elia & Robert

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