Tokyo by Night Photography Tour (Private Option Available)
Description
Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity. Meet your friendly local guide in Shinjuku Sanchome and start at a cozy izakaya with a drink included, discussing your preferred photo style—neon cityscapes or candid street shots—before heading out. Explore iconic and hidden Tokyo spots on a night photo walk. Your guide will take photos and share insider stories, so you leave with great shots and local knowledge. Choose between capturing the famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing or a panoramic night view from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.
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Start Tokyo by Night Photography Tour in Shinjuku
Start Tokyo by Night Photography Tour in Shinjuku
Start Tokyo by Night Photography Tour in Shinjuku
Explore the hidden Golden Gai, and take photos in a "Blade Runner"-esque setting. Shinjuku Golden Gai is a restaurant district located in Kabukicho 1-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo. It is lined with nearly 300 bars, including snack bars, in barracks and row houses, and is known for being frequented by writers and people involved in the film and theater industry.
Pass by Shibuya 109 in Shibuya This is a facility where visitors can experience fashion, food, and entertainment like a theme park under the theme of “SHIBUYA109LAND,” a fashion building that is well known as a landmark of Shibuya as a trendsetting area for young people.
Take Photos on the street nearby the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Buildings The observation deck is located on the 45th floor of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, a skyscraper in Shinjuku. It offers a panoramic night view of the Tokyo Sky Tree and other landmarks. It is a great place to enjoy the night view of Tokyo.
take photos at some photogenic spots in Kabukicho
Move to Shibuya
take photos Shibuya is one of the busiest and most fashionable areas in Tokyo, and is said to be “the most famous intersection in the world” as a symbol of the Japanese urban landscape. It is also a location that often appears in movies.
Pass by Hachiko in Shibuya Bronze statue of Hachiko, Akita dog famous as a loyal dog. A popular meeting place in Shibuya.
Pass by Shibuya Center gai in Shibuya Shibuya is the busiest shopping area in Shibuya, with many young people staying until midnight. Various playgrounds such as restaurants, general merchandise stores, apparel stores, and game centers are concentrated here.
Take Photos on the street nearby the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Buildings Temple → Pedestrian Bridge → Love Sculpture → Metropolitan Govermental Build. → Yodobashi Camera
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: Because this is a photo-focusedPlease note: Because this is a photo-focused experience, the tour duration is not fixed (approximately within 2 hours–2.5 hours) and may vary depending on the day’s photo conditions, crowd levels, and group size.
- Japan's climate has become more extreme, with summer highs reaching 40°C (110°F) and winter lows dropping to -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly for the tour.
- Photography is strictly prohibited in some areas, such as Shinjuku Golden Gai and Memory Lane. We kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation.
- Out of respect for our other guests and to ensure the best tour for everyone, we must start the tour on time.
- Please note that if you are late for more than 15 minutes than meeting time (10 mins before the tour starting time), you will not be able to join the tour, get refund or rescheduled. ・You will not be able to join the tour, get a refund or reschedule if you are late for the tour and miss the group.
- All ages can join this tour.
- The tour might be cancelled in case of unsuitable weather for safety reasons.
- You do not need to pay for the guide's drink or transportation fee.
- Transportation fee (train) is not included in this tour.
- Itinerary order is subject to change depending on traffic, weather and operation
- If any place is closed, we will try an alternative location.
- Please note that there might be other participants.
- For a full refund, please cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the tour starting time.
- Free date/time rescheduling up to 24 hours before the tour starting time (depending on availability)."
- No cameras required unless you want to take picturesque photos of your own!
Reviews(183)
Had a great experience with Friday! He took fabulous photos and went with the flow. We really enjoyed our time together and he is so chill. My teen girls really appreciated his style in taking photos especially!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you had a great experience with Friday. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. It's especially great to know that your teen girls enjoyed his photography style and that he helped create such memorable moments. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to see you again in Japan!
Great Guide and Photographer!! Very respectful and funny guy!
Yuto was awesome - Our photos are great and were delivered via email very quickly. Unfortunately we got lost and ran a few minutes late but he was super kind and it set the tone for a great night! We would definately recommend this activity.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience and loved your photos. Yuto will be especially happy to know that his kindness and professionalism helped set the tone for a memorable evening. We're sorry to hear you got lost on the way, but we're glad everything worked out and that you were still able to enjoy the experience. Thank you for your recommendation and for taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you again on your next visit! Warm regards,
Gota san made the trip quite engaging and was quite effective in getting us to the right spots for some great photos!
Gota has been great - I had a wonderful time at this photoshoot tour. I was looking for smth educational, but also with professional photos - and I'm so glad I found this tour because there were either only walking tours, or only photoshoot - and this one harmoniously combined both. Gota was very nice, polite, and offered nice spots and poses for photos. I got beautifully edited photos afterwards. This evening tour was a great addition to the regular day tours for first-time in Japan.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the unique combination of a guided tour and professional photoshoot. Creating an experience that is both educational and memorable is exactly what we strive for, so it’s wonderful to know that the tour met your expectations. Gota will be thrilled to hear your kind words. His friendly approach, local knowledge, and eye for great photo spots help make each experience special. We’re also glad that you were happy with the edited photos and that the evening tour provided a different perspective from the usual daytime sightseeing. Thank you for choosing our tour during your first visit to Japan. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on a future trip!
Super fun!! Ryuma, was great. He first stopped and we got something to drink and talked about what kind of shoot I wanted then we went on the shoot. You get a two in one (a tour and a photoshoot). The photos came out great and I learned so much about Japan in the process. He also didn’t rush the process! Would do it again if I ever have an opportunity to go back to Japan.
Great walking tour. Many tips! Wear comfy shoes. If you are not into having pictures taken, this may not be your tour.
Gota is not only an amazing photographer & a great guide, but overall he's just a super genuine and cool person. My wife and I were able to see so much in the 2 hours & had so much fun with him. We would absolutely do this again when we come to Tokyo again. 5 stars *****!! Thank you, Gota for an unbeliveable experience!
Loved it, really Gota is wonderful, it tells you very interesting historical and cultural facts as well as the amazing photo shoot
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the experience and enjoyed the photo shoot with Gota. He’ll be very happy to know that you appreciated the historical and cultural insights he shared. We hope to welcome you again in the future! ¡Muchísimas gracias por tu maravillosa reseña! Nos alegra mucho saber que disfrutaste de la experiencia y de la sesión de fotos con Gota. Le encantará saber que apreciaste las perspectivas históricas y culturales que compartió. ¡Esperamos verte de nuevo pronto!
My photo experience in Tokyo completely exceeded my expectations. Mai was incredibly kind to me from the very beginning; it wasn’t just about taking pictures, but about living a much deeper and more meaningful experience. Thanks to her, I was able to learn more about Japanese customs and traditions, and even understand better how people have fun and enjoy their culture. This experience was the perfect way to close my trip, as I felt I finally connected with aspects of Japan that I hadn’t been able to discover on my own. Mai made everything feel so natural, like we were longtime friends, which made the experience even more special. And on top of that, the photos turned out amazing—high quality and full of authentic moments. I highly recommend it!
