Tokyo by Night Photography Tour (Private Option Available)
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Tokyo, Japan
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Experience Tokyo at its most atmospheric and create amazing "Blade Runner"-esque photographs on this small-group nighttime photography tour. Wander down hidden alleyways where neon spills across the ground, dip into the most obscure corners of frenetic nightlife districts, and cross the world-famous Shibuya Crossing. Your photographer guide will shoot you along the way and later send 20 edited photographs.
- Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Tokyo at night and create stunning images
- You'll be photographed by a professional and receive 20 edited images
- Small-group tour (maximum 6 people): A personalized experience
- Discover parts of Tokyo you'd never find on your own
What's Included
- 20 edited photos during your tour
- Exploring Shinjuku with a local guide / english-speaking photographer.
- 1 Drink
- A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
- Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Miraion Lion Square3 Chome-38 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan
Lion Statue (Right in front of the East exit of Shinjuku Station) 1 minute walk from JR Shinjuku station East Exit
End points
This activity ends in a different location. See details below:
Operating hours.5:30 pm
Itinerary
Shinjuku (Pass By)
Shinjuku (Pass By)
Nishishinjuku (Pass By)
1
Shinjuku Golden Gai
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Shibuya 109 (Pass By)
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Decks (Pass By)
2
Kabukicho District
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Shibuya (Pass By)
3
Shibuya Crossing
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hachiko (Pass By)
Shibuya Center-gai (Pass By)
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Buildings (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- 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!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
5.0
based on 173 reviews
Aparna_S, Apr 2026
Really loved our experience with Gota San. Perfect timing and great pictures. Plus it’s a pleasure to walk around in Tokyo at night with someone who speaks great English and lets you know the small details!
Joanna_E, Apr 2026
Unfortunately it rained most of the evening so we had to alter the originally planned sites, however we still managed to capture some lovely family photographs. Great experience and wonderful photos.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you very much for your thoughtful review!
We’re sorry the weather didn’t cooperate during your evening, but we’re really glad to hear that you still had a great experience and were able to capture some lovely family photos.
We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Rae, Mar 2026
It was a special opportunity as a solo traveller to have photos of myself taken in icon Shinjuku settings by a professional photography. I also got to see areas I probably would not have visited.
Friday was a lovely guy and made me feel relaxed about posing , he provided many varied places to do the shots in.
Monique_A, Nov 2025
I really enjoyed the experience. The photographer did a great job explaining our route ahead of time with a map and gave helpful reminders along the way. Our group was small (just four of us), and we instantly clicked — encouraging each other, cheering each other on, and swapping pose ideas. It truly felt like making new friends in the middle of Tokyo!
The pace of the tour was very fast though. We quickly moved through each location by walking or subway - so be sure to wear comfortable shoes!. It kept the energy high, but just know there wasn’t much time to settle into a pose or think too much about different angles since each person needed to get their turn in the shot.
One thing to note: the tour was advertised as about 2.5 hours, but ours ended after 90 minutes. We skipped one of the planned stops due to a festival in the area, which was totally fine, so it would’ve been great to use that extra time at Shibuya Crossing. We all really really wanted more shots there, but we only got one chance each as we crossed. So having a second time to cross would have been more ideal. But overall, the experience was amazing, memorable and fun!
Tammy_P, Oct 2025
What a sham! Guide gave no information or photography tips. Tour lasted 1.5 hours instead of 2.5. Absolute waste of money and time.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We appreciate your honest and apologize if the tour felt significantly shorter to you. We have received many positive reviews for this tour and from others in your group, so we are shocked to receive your review.
We will investigate this with your guide and explore ways to further improve this tour.
Once again, we thank you for your honest review.
Cristin_A, Oct 2025
Great photographer and guide. Really good experience. This was the perfect option as a solo traveler to capture photos of my trip and to see and learn about many interesting landmarks around Tokyo.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're really glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and the photos. It means a lot to know that it was a great experience for you as a solo traveler. We hope the memories and pictures will be a special part of your trip to Tokyo. Wishing you all the best on your future adventures!
Toni_T, Oct 2025
I had an incredible night photo shoot in Tokyo with Gota! He did an amazing job capturing the city’s energy and lights in the most artistic way. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful — creative, vibrant, and full of life. Gota made me feel comfortable throughout the session, guided me on posing naturally, and knew all the best spots for stunning nighttime shots. His eye for detail and composition is exceptional. I highly recommend him to anyone visiting Tokyo who wants professional, artistic photos that truly capture the magic of the city at night!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so happy to hear you had a great photo shoot with Gota and that you loved the photos.
It’s great to know he made you feel comfortable and showed you the best of Tokyo at night. We’ll be sure to share your feedback with him!
we hope to welcome you back for another MagicalTrip experience in the future. MagicalTrip
margaret_m, Oct 2025
A fantastic experience with a highly talented and creative photographer who was professional, informative and fun.
6g8bs46rp7, Aug 2025
The photographer was excellent, fun and personable. He spoke great English and gave us a tour as well as a photo shoot. He knew all the hidden gems as well as the most iconic photos. We highly recommend him.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for joining the tour and for your wonderful review!
We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed both the photo shoot and the sightseeing experience. It was a pleasure showing you around and capturing those special moments together. We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we hope to see you again in the future! MagicalTrip
Sarah_S, Aug 2025
We had our photos taken with Gato and he was absolutely incredible. Not only did we receive our pictures quickly, but he was also professional, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable about the area. The session was fast-paced and enjoyable, and we couldn’t be happier with how the photos turned out!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
We’re delighted to hear that Goto made your tour enjoyable and professional, and that you loved the results. It’s great to know he shared his knowledge and made the experience fun and smooth for you.
We hope to welcome you back for more memorable moments soon!
Latisha_R, Jun 2025
This was absolutely amazing! Our tour and Photoshoot was so personable, I felt safe and in good hands. Very professional and friendly gentleman. This is a must to do in your stay in Japan. Thank you so much.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time on the tour and photoshoot, and that you felt safe and well cared for throughout. Our team takes great pride in being both professional and friendly, and your kind words truly mean a lot.
We hope this experience became a memorable highlight of your stay in Japan, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Lauren_P, Apr 2025
We were pleasantly surprised to be the only one on the tour! It felt special since we are on our honeymoon. Gota was an incredible tour guide and photographer. He gave us ideas on our to pose and gave a lot of positive affirmations. We learned a lot about the city in a unique way. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who is able to walk and wants some awesome photos taken in Tokyo!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you, and congratulations on your honeymoon! We’re so glad Gota made the tour feel special — he’ll love hearing this.
Marquita_M, Apr 2025
Gota-san was very informative and made learning about Shinjuku history and the present fun, all while getting all your angles. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. If you can, don’t bring any bags or other unnecessary items because you’ll have to keep sitting them down and collecting them at each photo spot.
Carla_S, Mar 2025
Cannot recommend this tour enough!! If you are wanting some fab photos of your trip, a fun time and to learn a little more about the Shinjuku area then this tour is the one for you! Gota knew all the best spots, showed you how to pose and provided information on the area, interesting facts we would not have known otherwise. He walked very fast but we were able to keep up. He also provided the photos VERY quickly the night that they were taken and they were all edited up amazingly. Highly recommend!
ChristophorJohnstone, Feb 2025
Fast paced and fun evening and a suprise stop at a steam punk bar for a drink. Great as a solo travler having photos taken and navigating Shinjuku with a guide who also was informative. Highly recommend and also received photos later that evening.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed exploring Shinjuku! We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again on another adventure!
Annett_C, Dec 2025
The tour was very good and it was fun to pose for the photos. It was quite a walk, about 3km - that was ok.
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