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“ It was an amazing photoshoot. Yashi was very friendly, accommodating and listened to our preferences. He made us feel very comfortable. Highly recommend! ”
“ Our family photoshoot in Kyoto was an amazing because we had Coo from Flytographer! After his great communication, all we needed to do was let him know where we were and he was able to find us in such a busy touristy site. We are a bit challenged when navigating around when traveling, so Coo was so accommodating and found us first! So our first time meeting him was great! That’s how we knew we were in great hands! Coo knew where the most breathtaking, scenic parts of the forest were. We wouldn’t have known there were other places other than the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, if it weren't for his knowledge and experience. My favorite picture was captured on the banks of the Oigawa River, with the backdrop of the vast lush green mountain. Before our photoshoot, I was sad that we didn’t visit Japan during the season when flowers are in bloom. But after Coo took our photos, I don’t feel like we were missing out on flowers anymore. The beautiful green scenery has captured my heart and made me fall in love with Kyoto even more! Coo showcased his incredible skill behind the lens. Arashiyama is a bustling destination packed with tourists, but looking at our final pictures, you would never know. Coo captured us in a way that made it look like we had the entire forest entirely to ourselves. He has a kind, patient and friendly personality. It is easy to work with him. It helped that he can speak English too! He was laid back and made the entire experience feel completely natural and relaxed. We are so happy with how the pictures turned out and would recommend Coo to anyone looking to capture memories you'll never forget in Kyoto! ”
“ We had such a great time with Yoshi for our family photoshoot in Kyoto! We were over in the Ninenzaka area—the spot with that gorgeous machiya-style Starbucks—and he knew all the best little corners to shoot in. Yoshi is so calm and friendly, he made all of us feel comfortable right away. The photos turned out amazing—so natural and full of personality. We'll definitely treasure them. If you need a family photographer in Kyoto, Yoshi's your guy. Highly recommend! ”
“ Yoshi was so great to work with! He really got to know the family and really captured the area. He was very professional, fun to talk to, his work is fantastic, and we all had so much fun during the entire photoshoot. I'm so happy with the photos! ”
“ Had the best time ever. Yoshi was wonderful, talented, and very kind. I would absolutely higher him again. Thank you for capturing our mother and son trip. Problem, I need to select which photos to keep. 😂 ”
“ Our family (Miko, Charlotte, and I) had an absolutely wonderful experience with Coo during our trip to Kyoto! We booked a one-hour photoshoot, and Coo went above and beyond to make it special for us. Anyone with a toddler knows that family photos can be stressful, but Coo was absolutely fantastic with our 2-year-old. He knew exactly how to keep her entertained and managed to perfectly capture her vibrant energy and personality in the photos. Kyoto is famously busy, but Coo expertly guided us to different locations that offered a beautiful variety of sceneries and backgrounds with very few people in the background. It felt incredibly private and allowed us to just relax and be ourselves. From start to finish, the logistics were completely seamless. Communication was easy to coordinate and follow through with, making the whole process stress-free. To top it all off, Coo provided our final pictures so quickly! We will cherish these memories forever and cannot recommend Coo enough to anyone visiting Kyoto. ”
“ Masa was discrete and well hidden for my proposal, and then very helpful and friendly when it came to the photo shoot after. He took excellent pictures that my Fiancé is currently adoring. Great work, he helped us pose and relax so that the photos came out natural and stunning. Would definitely recommend booking your next shoot with them. ”
“ We had a wonderful family photo session with Coo! He is an excellent photographer who knew all the beautiful locations to take us for amazing pictures. He really listened to our requests and made sure to get a good mix of photos with all of us together and in different combinations. In addition, he did a great job with our kids who were a bit tired from waking up early for the session. He also gave us some useful, interesting information about the area with good suggestions about where to visit and lounge afterwards. Thank you, Coo! ”
“ Manu is the absolute best! My husband and I are celebrating our honeymoon in Japan and wanted beautiful photos to capture this trip. Manu is so talented & guided us through the best locations and poses to help get incredible photos that we will treasure forever. Plus he is genuinely the nicest person ever. We highly, highly recommend Manu!! ”
“ Our family loved working with Coo for our photo shoot in Kyoto. It was a seamless experience from booking to meeting him at a specified location to the fun hour we had with Coo while he captured images. We didn’t expect so many different locations - 5 in one hour - and time went really fast. We are now enjoying the photos he sent our way and are having a hard time deciding which are our favorite because there are many! ”
“ Yoshi was absolutely amazing! He captured beautiful moments for our engagement photos, even in super busy areas. Despite this being a very last-minute booking, he made it work seamlessly. We are so happy with how everything came out. ”
“ Yoshi was the perfect photographer for our session and found us a covered spot to keep taking pictures in the rain. Would recommend him to anyone taking pictures in Kyoto. ”
“ We enjoyed our session with Yoshi at Kyoto so much! Even though there are a lot of people passing by, Yoshi was extremely patient finding the best spots and managed to take incredible photos that looked like we had the whole place to ourselves. He was very mindful of our wishes and delivered exactly what we were hoping for. He was also great and playful with our 6 year old. We all had a great time and pictures turned out perfect! Thank you so much! ”
“ With absolutely no experience in planning, Coo and Yurika helped me plan my proposal and make my vision turn into reality. They helped from planning a location and time that works best, where the weather wasn’t bad and a location that wasn’t crowded yet. From there, they guided me into what steps are needed to be done to make the moment perfect. They captured photos that made the proposal even more special and the photos turned out better than I could have imagined. Especially not being photogenic, they helped in where to go and how to pose for the pictures. Afterwards, they gave recommendations on where to go in Kyoto and what to do in the area to make our trip worthwhile. Amazing job in photography and travel guidance! ”
“ We had an amazing experience working with Coo for our family photos. From the moment we met, he was friendly, professional, and incredibly easy to work with. He made everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera, including our young children, which helped capture natural, genuine moments. The final photos exceeded our expectations and perfectly captured our family’s time together. What really impressed us was Coo’s knowledge of the bamboo forest. Even though it was a very crowded tourist destination, he knew exactly where and when to position us to get beautiful, unobstructed shots that looked like we had the place to ourselves. His eye for composition and attention to detail resulted in stunning photos that we’ll treasure for years to come. We highly recommend Coo to anyone looking for a talented photographer who goes above and beyond to create exceptional images. ”
“ If you are looking for a photographer in Kyoto who is not just a master of their craft but also an incredibly warm, thoughtful, and accommodating human being, look no further than Coo. We booked Coo for a proposal shoot in Kyoto, and to say he went above and beyond would be a massive understatement. He truly made our special moment unforgettable. From the very beginning, Coo was completely attuned to our needs. Planning a proposal can be stressful, but his seamless communication and supportive nature instantly put us at ease. He has an incredible eye for detail and was meticulous about making sure every single shot looked absolutely perfect, guiding us with gentle, natural direction rather than stiff, forced posing. One of Coo’s absolute superpowers is his knowledge of the local area. He knew exactly how to navigate the busy streets to find stunning, hidden spots with zero crowds but breathtaking backgrounds. It felt like we had these iconic historic areas all to ourselves, which made the photos look incredibly intimate and high-end. Beyond his incredible talent with his professional camera gear, Coo did something we appreciated so much: he used our personal cell phones to take extra shots and videos throughout the session. This was an amazing touch, as it allowed us to instantly share high-quality behind-the-scenes moments and raw footage with our family and friends back home before the official gallery was even ready. Throughout our time together, Coo’s English was absolutely fantastic, making communication effortless. As we walked through the historic streets of Gion, he shared fascinating insights and rich history about the area, turning our photo shoot into an engaging, immersive cultural tour. More than anything, Coo just brings a warm, genuinely nice, and joyful energy to his work. He felt less like a hired vendor and more like a close friend who was genuinely invested in our happiness and celebrating our milestone. Thank you, Coo, for your incredible hospitality, your unmatched talent, and for capturing our proposal so beautifully. If you are on the fence about booking him, this is your sign to do it. You will be so glad you did! ”
“ I had an amazing experience booking with Coo in Kyoto. Before booking, I read so many reviews and browsed through his gallery—and instantly fell in love with his style. We shot along the Philosopher’s Path during full‑bloom cherry blossom season (AH-MAZING!!), and the photos turned out absolutely stunning. Coo showed up super early to wait for us and even added extra nature scenery photos to our gallery! He was incredibly responsive, friendly, and easy to work with from start to finish (he also provides a lot of fantastic local recommendations during your travel for food, activities, anything!). I’d happily book again on my next trip to Japan. ”
“ Coo was absolutely incredible to work with for our proposal photos in Kyoto. From the very beginning, he made the entire experience feel natural, comfortable, and genuinely special. Not only is he an amazing photographer with a great eye for capturing candid moments and beautiful scenery, but he is also incredibly knowledgeable about Kyoto and Japan as a whole. He recommended some amazing restaurants, hidden gems, and attractions throughout our trip that ended up being highlights of our time in Japan. It felt like we had both a talented photographer and a local guide helping us experience the city in a more authentic way. His recommendations were thoughtful, personalized, and far beyond the typical tourist spots. On the day of the proposal, Coo knew exactly where to position us to take advantage of Kyoto’s stunning scenery and lighting. The photos turned out even better than we could have imagined — beautifully capturing both the emotion of the moment and the atmosphere of Kyoto. He also made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera, which really shows in the final pictures. If you are visiting Japan and want proposal, engagement, or travel photos that truly capture the experience, we could not recommend Coo more highly. He played a huge part in making our trip unforgettable. ”
“ Coo was incredible! We are so so so happy with our photos!! They did such an incredible job from the prep work, to the actual proposal, post proposal photo shoot and then delivery of the photos! It was such an incredible process and we could not have chosen a better photographer for our special day!! I can not say it enough! This was such an incredible experience and we are so happy with the entire service! We felt so incredibly special and that we got the exact experience we had hoped for and then some! 10/10 would recommend again and again and again! ”
“ I cannot express how much FUN and beautiful our photos were. Taking photos and meeting Coo was an amazing experience and I would HIGHLY recommend to anyone traveling to Japan. We really hope to cross paths again and share more unforgettable moments. ”
“ Coo was awesome!! Super easy to work with and efficient with time! Perfect for our vacation and the photos turned out incredible! Thank you!! ”
“ We loved getting to work with Yoshi! There was quite a large crowd (as to be expected), but Yoshi was patient and able to get some great shots. We love our photos - they're the best souvenir we brought home. ”
“ Masa was wonderful! He put us all at ease and took us to beautiful locations where we got pictures we love! It was not forced or posed- it was fun, easy and is us! Highly recommend!! ”