What is the best time for couples photography in Tokyo?

The best times are usually around sunrise or during the golden hour before sunset. These moments offer softer light, fewer crowds, and a calmer atmosphere, especially in popular locations.

How long should a Tokyo couples photoshoot be?

Most couples find 90 to 120 minutes ideal. This allows time to explore one or two areas, settle into the session, and create a mix of candid and lightly guided images without feeling rushed.

Where are the best places for photos in Tokyo?

Some of the most photogenic spots include traditional areas like Asakusa and Yanaka, serene parks such as Shinjuku Gyoen or Ueno Park, forested paths near Meiji Shrine, and the modern cityscapes of Shibuya or Odaiba. The best location depends on the atmosphere and story you want your photos to reflect.

Ross Harrison 11/8/26 Ross Harrison 11/8/26

Letters from Tokyo #15: An Allergy to Autumn

I used to accuse my dad and sister of exaggerating their hay fever. Then Japan supplied me with two seasons of my own. An apology is overdue.

Letters from Tokyo #15: An Allergy to Autumn

Ross Harrison Tokyo