Japan Wedding Photographers

Japan Wedding Photographers

Our Japan photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Nagoya, Sapporo, Kobe, Fukuoka, Kyoto, Kawasaki, Saitama

Japan Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Japan - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Japan photographers specializing in intimate marriages. Couples are embracing the trend of smaller, more meaningful celebrations. Let our talented photographers capture the happiness and closeness of your romantic, outdoor, modern, or at-home wedding.

By planning a simple Japan elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. With many couples feeling more comfortable and relaxed in intimate settings, it is not surprising that some of the most sincere and touching wedding photos are captured at smaller celebrations.

The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, Japan documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Japan Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Japan wedding event is a wedding photojournalist’s dream: a fairly open schedule with lots of breathing space for creativity – it’s just the photographer, the couple, the officiant, and perhaps a few select companions.

Asia WPJA members are ready to document any justice of the peace, minimony, civil union, or any other type of elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.

View Award-Winning Pictures from Japan Wedding Venues

4 Japan Wedding Photographers...

Wedding Photojournalism by Megumu Kohagura

Megumu Kohagura has been a documentary wedding photographer since 2006, specializing in full-scale wedding photography. Since 2010, he has been concentrating on landscape shots that emphasize light and shadows, and additionally works as a commercial photographer and photo...

600 (USD)
Taichung engagement ant wedding photography by Chao Chin Yang of Asia

Chao Chin Yang, a professional wedding photographer, is praised for his ability to capture authentic moments at marriage events. Whether it's a small or large celebration, he thrives in urban environments and historic architecture.

Chao Chin Yang

Taichung , TW *Now booking Japan weddings.
30000 (TWD)

Athanasios is a wedding photojournalist who comes from a lineage of professional photographers. Having started his journey at 18, attending seminars and earning a BA Honours degree in Photography, he later pursued a Master's degree. Utilizing a documentary approach,...

Athanasios Papadopoulos

Santorini, GR *Now booking Japan weddings.
1300 (EUR)
Night Lifestyle Profile Portrait of Kang Jie Goh, a Singapore Wedding Photographer

Kang Jie is a talented wedding photographer from Singapore who started his photography journey with film and then transitioned to digital. He loves capturing beautiful moments in various genres such as couples, weddings, family, and more. His brand, Our Momento, represents...

Goh Kang Jie (Jori)

Lakeside, SG *Now booking Japan weddings.
150/hour (SGD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Japan Couples

Wedding Venue Pictures by Japan Wedding Photographers

Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Japan wedding photos.

Japan Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

Below are some Japan wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Japan marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Japan engagement portrait sessions with couples.

Los Gatos, California Wedding photograph of the bride and groom cutting the cake with Long Samurai Sword ordered from Japan
Kyoto, Japan Couple on the evening street. Engagement Photography at Dusk.
Brother and Sister Love at the Raffino Ocean Event Company in Japan, wherein the brother held the flowers for his sister while she grabbed onto his suit jacket
japan red leaf Engagement Photography of couple
Tokyo bride and father meet the groom at the ceremony - Kanto Region wedding photo
Tokyo groom and maid of honor try to help the bride on the couch while music plays in front of her | Kanto Region wedding photo
Tokyo guests trying to catch the bouquet at the reception | Kanto region wedding photojournalism
Tokyo bride and groom stand on the balcony under the stars | Kanto region wedding photo

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of Japan wedding photographers?
A: We call them Client Letters. At the WPJA, we decided more than 20 years ago to avoid incorporating those third-person testimonials and endorsements that are found all too often in advertisements. Instead, we elevated our listings with the use of Client Letters, which represent the actual words and feelings of the clients who booked those Japan wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Who are the best Japan wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Japan documentary wedding photographers for elopements. Our members are able to submit WedElope Stories that take you step-by-step, via a 9 image picture story, through the unique and moving elopements that take place around the world.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Japan wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your Japan wedding day by.
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