TOKYO INDIE PORTRAITS
A cinematic daytime photoshoot
Relaxed, stylish portraits that turn everyday Tokyo into your own indie movie
FROM ¥27,000
60 or 120 mins
30 + edited photos
Tokyo
TOKYO INDIE PORTRAITS
A cinematic daytime photoshoot
Relaxed, stylish portraits that turn everyday Tokyo into your own indie movie
60 or 120 mins
20 + edited photos
Shibuya / Shinjuku
FROM ¥27,000
THE EXPERIENCE
Your own Tokyo indie film, in photoS.
Step into Tokyo for a relaxed daytime portrait session inspired by the quiet, unexpected moments of an indie movie.
From temple grounds and neighbourhood backstreets to lively urban settings, the city becomes part of your story. Explore on foot, pause for photographs, and capture a mix of naturally directed portraits and spontaneous moments along the way.
Natural light, thoughtful framing and atmospheric colour give the photographs a consistent cinematic feel. The mood is understated and stylish, with room for your own personality and the character of each location.
You’ll receive direction throughout the session, so there’s no need to arrive knowing how to pose. Wear something that feels like you and settle into the afternoon.
Perfect for
Solo • Couples • Friends • Families
explore
Tokyo · Temple grounds • Neighbourhood streets • Urban scenes
packages
SOLO
60 MIN — ¥27,000 · 30 photos
120 MIN — ¥45,000 · 50 photos
COUPLES + FRIENDS (2 PEOPLE)
60 MIN — ¥33,000 · 40 photos
120 MIN — ¥55,000 · 60 photos
FAMILY + FRIENDS (3 to 6 PEOPLE)
60 MIN — ¥35,000 · 50 photos
120 MIN — ¥60,000 · 70 photos
TIME
60 or 120 MIN
THE SETTINGS
DIFFERENT SCENES. YOUR TOKYO.
Tokyo’s character changes from one street to the next. Small shops, passing trains and quiet temple grounds each bring a different feeling to your photographs.
We’ll choose the settings around the mood you’re drawn to, keeping the route relaxed and the portraits connected by the same cinematic style.
01
SIDE STREETS
WANDER A LITTLE
Small shops, narrow backstreets and unexpected details bring texture to your portraits. A doorway, a faded sign or a patch of afternoon light becomes part of your Tokyo story.
02
QUIETER CORNERS
SLOW DOWN
Temple grounds, traditional architecture and pockets of greenery offer space to slow down. Softer light and a gentler pace create room for intimate portraits and small, unhurried moments.
03
CITY IN MOTION
FIND YOUR RHYTHM
Passing trains, busy crossings and the flow of people give your portraits a sense of movement. Pause as Tokyo carries on around you, creating frames that feel like a movie still.
What your session includes
YOU’LL RECIEVE
■ LOCATION guidance
Explore settings chosen around your preferences, the daylight and the flow of the shoot—from neighbourhood backstreets to quieter corners of Tokyo.
■ online gallery
View, download and share your finished photographs through a private online gallery, easily accessible on desktop or mobile.
■ Hi-res EDITED PHOTOS
30–70 high-resolution edited photographs, depending on your package. Thoughtful colour and editing bring a consistent cinematic feel to your finished collection.
■ A VARIED PORTRAIT SERIES
A mix of close-up portraits, wider city scenes and natural moments that feel connected—like different scenes from your own Tokyo story.
■ DIRECTION THROUGHOUT
No modelling experience needed. You’ll receive relaxed guidance with posing and movement, while leaving room for spontaneous moments and your own personality.
The Flow
01
MEET + SETTLE IN
Meet Ash at the agreed location, with the mood and route shaped by your conversation before the shoot. Begin with a few easy portraits and simple direction to help you feel comfortable in front of the camera.
02
EXPLORE + CREATE
Ash guides you through your chosen neighbourhood, finding settings that suit your style and the day’s light. Relaxed direction, natural movement and unexpected moments come together in a portrait series that feels like your own Tokyo story.
Who it’s for
01 - solo
Make your time in Tokyo a story of your own, with relaxed portraits that capture your personality.
02 - couples
Quiet moments, shared glances and photographs together with the atmosphere of an indie movie.
03 - friends
An afternoon exploring Tokyo together, with a mix of individual portraits and photographs of the group.
04 - FAMILIES
Relaxed family photographs with room for movement, personality and the little moments between you.
05 - THE CINEMATICALLY INCLINED
For anyone drawn to atmospheric colour, everyday settings and photographs that feel like scenes from a story.
your photographer
ASH
Ash is a Tokyo-based portrait photographer whose work brings a cinematic feel to everyday city life.
Combining natural light, atmospheric colour and an eye for unexpected settings, he creates photographs that feel relaxed, stylish and personal. His approachable direction helps you settle into the shoot while leaving room for your own personality.
add-ons
Extra Edited Photos ¥1,000 / photo
Engagement Planning Fee ¥10,000
Quick Turnaround ¥5,000 / within 48 hours
Custom location — on request Depending on location
TOKYO INDIE PORTRAITS
YOUR TOKYO STORY STARTS HERE.
An afternoon exploring.
Photographs that feel like you.
Choose your session and select your date. Ash will get in touch before the shoot to discuss the mood you have in mind, agree on a location and help you prepare.
Secure online booking. Major credit cards and PayPal accepted.