Proposals Only
“ 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!! ”
“ Coo was our photographer in Kyoto and it was such a nice experience working with him! He had good ideas for adjusting the location to accommodate our ideal surroundings and he was so helpful in giving ideas for things to do around Kyoto for the rest of our trip. Coo made it really easy to coordinate our starting location and he was great at keeping us in the loop after the session. The photos he took are exactly what we were hoping for and we will always love the memories from our Japan trip! ”
“ Yoshi was amazing from start to finish. I had booked this shoot for my birthday in Kyoto and my boyfriend managed to contact him beforehand and turn it into a surprise proposal! Yoshi found us an alley that was more secluded and allowed a beautiful proposal with the pagoda in the background. He was so kind and engaging and you can tell we are really comfortable in the pictures. The end result was even more beautiful than I ever imagined! Thank you Yoshi for helping create lifetime memories. Highly recommend booking with him. ”
“ Coo was fantastic to work with. This was my first Flytographer experience and I’m really happy with the whole experience. Coo was good with communicating. He took a ton of pictures and so much variety. I had asked for some specific pictures and he got all of those. I would highly recommend him! ”
“ Yoshi was great! Very personable and accommodating. We wanted family pictures that reflected our time in Kyoto, and we got exactly that! This was our second experience with Flytographer and will not hesitate to book with them again. ”
“ Masa was wonderful to work with! He immediately made our daughter feel comfortable and he takes a very developmentally approach to working with young children. He was patient with her, with the crowds and we were able to learn more about Kyoto in a low-stress setting as we waited for the moment and received some beautiful, yet playful and candid photos of our family in this beautiful location! Thank you, Masa! - The Shah Family ”
“ 10/10 would recommend. Choose the perfect spot, punctual, easy to work with, and, most importantly for us (engagement shoot), super friendly and nice. Photos turned out exactly how we wanted!! ”
“ Coo was fantastic for our engagement session in Kyoto. We had to make a last-minute location change, but we handled it smoothly and we were still able to even return to the original location for part of the shoot. He took a huge number of stunning photos that beautifully captured the cherry blossoms and our special moment. Coo speaks excellent English, was easy to coordinate with, and offered wonderful recommendations throughout the session. He made the whole experience stress-free and enjoyable. We couldn’t be happier with the results — highly recommend him! ”
“ Coo is the superb photographer who's gentle and kind with lots of experience & knowledge about Kyoto. I really recommend Coo for everyone's who want a memorable photograph session in Kyoto! ”
“ Booking Coo for our family shoot at the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto was one of the best decisions of our trip! From the start, communicating with him was effortless and put us completely at ease — which means everything when you're planning a family shoot in another country with limited knowledge of the area. He was warm, professional, and incredibly artistic — knowing exactly where to position us for the most stunning shots. The whole experience felt so natural and effortless, and he happily accommodated all of our requests. Our photos are absolutely gorgeous and will be treasured memories for years to come. Thank you again, Coo! We'll be recommending you to our friends and family for their upcoming visits! ”