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Meet Ayako in Tokyo

Local Japanese photographer who knows the best hidden gems in town! My work has been featured in Harper's Bazaar, the New York Times, the Guardian and various other magazines and publications. I am very good at giving guidance on posing so you look nice and relaxed. I’m punctual and I always have a backup plan in case of rain. I have twin daughters and also am an attention to detail person - I pay extra attention to hair, makeup malfunctions etc... It's my job to make sure you look your best! My ultimate goal is finding natural, love-filled moments and preserving memories that are anything but staged. You will treasure these photos for years to come and you'll even have some serious fun in the process!

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    Languages Spoken: English, Japanese, French.
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    Favorite Place to Shoot: Shinjuku, because shoots there can incorporate both the city and the wonderful nature in Shinjuku Gyoen park. The park is huge so something is always blooming!

Three Things

  1. I love taking visitors on food tours in Tokyo and sharing lists of my favorite places to eat!
  2. I can not live without nuts! I have a weakness for pecans, cashew nuts and pistachios. 😋
  3. I was a stand-up comedian in NYC - I have a host of tricks up my sleeve to ease even the most camera-shy person!

More Information

Pricing starts at $325 USD for a 30-minute vacation shoot

Ayako is open to travelling anywhere in Japan for additional travel fees, please inquire about availability and a quote. If you have babies or small children, Ayako recommends booking 60 minutes or longer.


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I had such an amazing experience with Ayako! ❤️ She is not only an incredibly talented and professional photographer, but also one of the sweetest and friendliest people I've met during my trip to Japan. She made us feel so comfortable and relaxed throughout the entire shoot, and her kindness, patience, and positive energy made the experience even more special. She was super helpful, guided us with poses, paid attention to every little detail, and made sure we enjoyed every moment. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful, and we couldn't be happier with the results! I'm so grateful we got to meet her and have these lovely memories captured in Tokyo. I would 100% recommend Ayako to anyone looking for an amazing photographer and a wonderful experience. Thank you so much, Ayako! 🥹💕📸

Maha
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Ayoko was an absolutely pleasure to work with! She is warm, kind, so personable, and made is feel so comfortable in front of the camera! She is so quick and got amazing shots without crowds (a real feat!!) and knew all the best spots and angles to capture the beauty of the area and ensure our photos looked incredible! I am so so glad we worked with her in Toyko and would recommend her to anyone!!

Rachel
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Ayako understood the assignment, and absolutely delivered! 📸✨ We came to Tokyo with a very specific vision for our photoshoot: dramatic architecture, unconventional fashion, and something that felt more like a cinematic editorial than traditional vacation photos. Ayako understood exactly what we were going for! She was incredibly friendly, enthusiastic, and easy to work with. Her energy made the entire experience fun and comfortable, and she knew exactly how to use the architecture, lighting, and surroundings to bring our vision to life. She even showed us some shots during the session, and they were so good that I jokingly said, “Okay, we got the shots. We’re done!” 😂 What I appreciated most was that she embraced our personal style rather than trying to make us fit into a conventional photoshoot. She captured both the dramatic fashion moments and the more intimate moments between us beautifully. The final photographs exceeded our expectations, and we couldn’t be happier. If you’re looking for a photographer in Tokyo who is creative, talented, and genuinely excited about bringing your ideas to life, Ayako is your girl! Thank you, Ayako, for making our Tokyo memories look like a work of art! 🖤

Billy
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Fantastic photographer! Couldn’t have asked for better pictures.

Kanayo
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Mark
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