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Capture your Proposal in Japan

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The magic of your Proposal or Engagement in Japan told through cinematic and heartfelt photos and video.

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More than 80 love stories captured in 2024.

PROPOSAL & ENGAGEMENT PACKAGES

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BASIC - PHOTO
1 HOUR - 1 LOCATION
From 500 USD

  • Recommendation on location and time for the best results

  • 2 same day edited pictures to share the good news with your friends and family

  • 30 edited pictures delivered to you within 1 week - pictures available for download for 1 year.

A couple holding hands by a lake with Mount Fuji in the background.

STANDARD - PHOTO
2 HOURS - 2 LOCATIONS
From 800 USD

  • Recommendation on locations and time for the best results

  • 2 same day edited pictures to share the good news with your friends and family

  • 60 edited pictures delivered to you within 1 week - pictures available for download for 1 year.

A traditional Japanese torii gate at a lakeside, with two people standing on a stone pathway in front of it, surrounded by lush green trees and mountains in the background.

PREMIUM - PHOTO & VIDEO
2-3 HOURS - 2/3 LOCATIONS
From 2500 USD

  • Recommendation on locations and time for the best results

  • 2 same day edited pictures to share the good news with your friends and family

  • 60 edited pictures delivered to you within 1 week - pictures available for download for 1 year.

  • Cinematic Engagement video delivered to you within 1 month of the photoshoot.

CONTACT ME

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Hello I am Thierry!

I am a photographer and videographer based in Tokyo, Japan. I am originally from France but I have spent more than 10 years here in this beautiful country.

My style of photography is all about capturing candid moments full of emotions and translating them into a film like cinematic images that you will keep with you for a lifetime.

My first priority is for you to enjoy the whole experience of the photoshoot, from the first time with interact with each other to the delivery of the pictures, establishing a connection for my clients and giving them a unique experience that is tailored for their needs.

A couple stands on a stone platform beneath a large red traditional Japanese torii gate over a body of water, with mountains in the background and trees on the sides.
A couple standing by a lake holding hands, with Mount Fuji in the background.
A black and white photo of a couple dancing on a rocky beach with mountains and a lake in the background. The woman is wearing a flowing dress and smiling, while the man is dressed in a light-colored suit.
A man proposing to a woman in front of a Disney castle, with balloons and flowers.
A man proposing to a woman on a small wooden bridge in a lush green park.
A young couple walking hand in hand through a traditional Japanese torii gate with Mount Fuji in the background, surrounded by autumn trees.
A couple sharing a kiss outdoors under cherry blossom trees in bloom, with grass and park scenery in the background.
A man proposing marriage to a woman on a forest path with tall bamboo trees in the background, the man kneeling and holding out a ring, and the woman holding a bouquet of flowers, both dressed in warm jackets.
A happy couple walking hand in hand through a traditional Japanese torii gate surrounded by cherry blossoms during spring.
A happy couple sitting on fallen autumn leaves under colorful trees, sharing a tender moment in a park.
A couple standing on a lookout, gazing at a traditional Japanese multi-tiered pagoda with red and black architecture, surrounded by autumn foliage, with mountains and cityscape in the background.
A young couple holding hands and smiling at the camera while walking in a busy street with shops, some people walking in the background, during daytime. The woman is wearing a traditional kimono, and the man is dressed in a dark jacket.

STORIES FROM MY CLIENTS

  • A man is leaning over a woman holding a bouquet of flowers, with a lake and Mount Fuji in the background.

    Brandon


    Thank you so much for being a part of our special moment. Everybody around us said the pictures were amazing!

  • Two young men dressed in dark suits standing on a busy city street surrounded by crowds and shops, looking at the camera.

    Ricky

    We had an amazing moment and Thierry also guided us to some amazing spots that we never saw before! Totally recommend

  • A smiling man holding a young boy dressed in a traditional kimono, outside in a park with a red building and greenery in the background.

    David

    The experience was fantastic! Thierry is great and very personable. The pictures that he took on our special day are magical! He was quick to respond and very easy to talk to. He helped capture a very special moment.

  • A smiling young man and woman wearing winter coats, beanies, and glasses standing outdoors near a body of water and landscape in the background.

    Bryant

    Thierry was very skilled and personable, and helped to capture our special moment excellently. Thank you for the awesome photographs that we get to cherish for a lifetime. Definitely recommend!

  • A man presents a bouquet of flowers to a woman by a lake with blooming cherry blossom trees in the background.

    Javier

    Thierry was absolutely amazing to work with between his assistance in helping us find the right place for our proposal and the beautiful photos he took discreetly to capture the surprise and reaction I couldn’t have asked for a better experience for our special moment. Highly recommended!!

  • A young couple holding hands and walking along a lakeside with Mount Fuji snow-capped in the background

    Rajiv

    Thierry was incredibly professional, and guided us well throughout the photo shoot. He captured the moment perfectly and it was an amazing experience for our first photo shoot. The photos turned out amazing! Highly recommended, thanks Thierry!

  • A couple holding hands and walking up stairs between two concrete walls with Tokyo Tower in the background.

    Elvin

    Thierry was an incredible photographer in helping us photograph our proposal. He is fun, has a good eye, and provided us great direction for our photos. We are also incredibly happy with how the photos turned out. We really appreciate him helping us document this moment for us. Highly recommended!

  • A man and woman face each other smiling in front of blooming cherry blossom trees

    Hossain

    We had an excellent experience with Thierry. The photos turned out excellent. He was fantastic at selecting locations and poses. Communication was timely. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a photo shoot in Tokyo.

  • Brendon

    Had such a wonderful experience with Thierry. He made my fiancé and I feel so comfortable! We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer than him to capture this special moment in our life.

  • A couple holding hands and smiling in front of Mount Fuji with greenery around, on a sunny day.

    Zhiyuan

    Thierry is a very experienced and remarkable photographer who made the proposal stress and fuss free! He provided us with a personalised shoot and wonderful pictures that we will always treasure forever. 1000% recommended, thank you Thierry!!

  • A couple kissing outdoors on a sunny day with trees and a red and white tower in the background.

    Aron

    The best photographer we have ever met! The photos came out amazing and we are so satisfied.

  • A young couple stands close together with foreheads touching, outdoors in a lush green setting, sharing an intimate moment.

    Shivam

    Thierry was an excellent photographer from the beginning to the end of the experience. He was able to be flexible with our schedule and was willing to make changes with short notice. Additionally, he was a pleasure to work with and very professional. His turn around time for photos was also very fast. I highly recommend Thierry!

  • Amrit

    Thierry did a great job planning our proposal shoot and made it easy for us so that we could focus on our special moment instead of the details and logistics of the photoshoot.

  • Terry

    Terry

    I took a session with Thierry for a proposal at Mount Fuji. Everything went smoothly from booking the shoot to receiving the photographies. A bonus is that Thierry even speaks french! All in all very satisfied with everything.

  • A couple walking hand in hand through a decorated alley, with festive red lanterns and autumn leaves hanging overhead, smiling at each other.

    Kayla & Mike

    We are so lucky to have found Thierry! He is exceedingly helpful, responsive, professional, and friendly. He did everything he could to help make our wedding day as seamless as possible. The quality of is phenomenal and will cherish our video forever. We truly cannot thank him enough! ere

  • A man giving a woman a piggyback ride outdoors with Mount Fuji and a lake in the background, during daytime.

    Peter

    We had an amazing experience with Thierry for our proposal at Mt Fuji. Thierry sent suggestions for locations, answered all emails very quickly and overall made this process seamless and enjoyable. We love the photographs, and he sent the edited versions to us very quickly. We would absolutely recommend getting photos taken with Thierry!

  • A couple holding hands walking on a dirt path by tall brown grass, with Mount Fuji and a lake in the background on a clear day

    Phillip

    Absolutely incredible experience with Thierry! Like if planning a surprise proposal is not stressful enough, but trying to do it 6,000 miles away added another challenge?! I was so worried about logistics, but Thierry was an absolute lifesaver.

    I can't recommend Thierry and his services highly enough. If you're looking for a photographer who can handle anything, even a long-distance surprise proposal, look no further! Thank you again Thierry for making our dream proposal a reality!

CONTACT ME

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Transportation to/from your hotel can be arranged. Feel free to let me know if you need it!

  • If there is a bad weather and both our shcedule allows for reschedule, I am happy to do so and move the shoot to another date.

  • Typically I deliver the pictures within 1 week for proposal and engagement photoshoots. For Wedding, it takes about 1 month to get the pictures.

  • The images in your gallery will be edited to improve lighting, contrast, sharpness, and color — all of which is a standard process for digital photographers. Therefore, I do not provide the unedited RAW images.

  • The pictures will be delivered via an online gallery that will stay up for 1 year. You will be able to download all the pictures in high resolution and share them with friends and family as well.

  • It depends on your shooting location. If you want to have a shoot within Tokyo, no additional cost. If not, then I will communicate to you directly based on the location and time desired.

  • No problem at all! I will make sure to make you feel relaxed with candid shots and lo direct you to also take great posed shots. I also have some guide on poses that I can send you beforehand if you want to have a look.

  • A non-refundable deposit of 50% is necessary for reservation, with the other 50% due 2 weeks before the photoshoot.
    Cancellations made 2 weeks in advance will receive a 50% refund.
    Cancellations made 1 week in advance will receive a 25%.
    No refunds will be issued for cancellations made later than 1 week in advance.

  • Payments are accepted via Paypal, Credit Card, Google Pay, or Apple Pay. All the relevant information will be sent to you via email.