Asakusa, Tokyo
Asakusa photoshoot, by @ Studio ON.
An Asakusa photoshoot with @ Studio ON is a traditional, daytime-leaning portrait session built around Senso-ji Temple, the Nakamise shopping street, and the Sumida River. It is the studio's recommended location for kimono portraits and family or anniversary frames that lean cultural rather than urban.
- Best for
- Travelers in rented kimono or yukata
- Best time
- Early morning (07:30–10:00) for clean temple frames before tourist density peaks, or just before sunset for warm light on the pagoda.
- Pricing
- Asakusa is available on request. Contact the studio via booking to confirm availability.
- Pairs with
- Ginza
Best for
- Travelers in rented kimono or yukata.
- Family and multi-generation portraits.
- Anniversaries and quieter couple sessions.
- Clients who want a non-neon, daylight aesthetic.
Spots we shoot
- 01
Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate)
The giant red lantern entrance to Senso-ji — the iconic Asakusa frame.
- 02
Nakamise-dori
Lantern-lined approach to the temple, lined with traditional storefronts.
- 03
Senso-ji main hall
Five-story pagoda backdrop with incense smoke for atmospheric frames.
- 04
Sumida River promenade
Tokyo Skytree across the water for a wide cityscape closing shot.
When to shoot
Early morning (07:30–10:00) for clean temple frames before tourist density peaks, or just before sunset for warm light on the pagoda.
Frames from Asakusa
Recommended plans
Quick Shot
$100A 30-minute portrait session capturing clean, cinematic shots of Tokyo.
Full Portrait Session
$150A 50-minute portrait session across Tokyo's most iconic backdrops.
Fish Eye Session
$200A 50-minute creative session with our signature fish-eye lens for bold, wide-angle shots.
Signature Session
$230A 50-minute session combining both lenses for a full range of cinematic shots.
