Kimono Styling, Lecture & Photoshoot

I am a professionally trained and licensed kimono stylist and a photographer based in Tokyo, Asakusa. I offer high quality professional portrait photography combined with personalized kimono styling.

The idea for INKIMONO was born in 2018 -- as a professional of both photography and kimono, I wanted to combine them both and offer a unique, high quality service. As of January 2026, I have done close to 1000 portrait photoshoots.

I started my adventure with photography in 2016. I worked with KIRIN Australia on their First Press Photography campaign and with GirlGaze as a BTS photographer, among others. I specialize in street and natural light kimono portrait photography.

I developed an interest in kimono and in 2017 I started attending Aoyama Kimono Gakuin. In 2019 I acquired a professional kimono consultant and stylist licence. In February 2022 I graduated with an advanced professional qualification 一級講師. I am trained in kimono hairstyling and offer complimentary hairdos as part of the styling process. I aam also trained in wheelchair kimono kitsuke -- I can offer casual, formal, furisode and hakama dressing to wheelchair users.

I want to offer you an authentic kimono experience and portraits of the highest quality — I use only traditional kimono items and choose a kimono outfit for you based on your personal style and any requests you may have. I give you an explanation about the type of kimono you are going to wear, its patterns, any meanings, formality level. I do not repeat outfit combinations, it will always be unique. My photography style is dreamy, dramatic, romantic -- over the years I have developed a recognizable photography style and I take great pride in my work. Beautiful portraits of you and authentic Japanese kimono create a unique, unforgettable experience.

My photography and work have been featured in magazines, newspapers, YouTube videos, radio and TV.

I run my own modern kimono studio in Tokyo, Asakusa, where all the styling and preparations for the shoot take place. My locations are all in a close distance from my studio. I tend to choose quiet locations, so you can have a relaxing experience wearing kimono and being photographer by me.

LGBTQ+, wheelchair user, plus-size inclusive. At INKIMONO everyone can wear an authentic kimono outfit, personalised to their tastes, season and occasion.

In 2026 INKIMONO was awarded The Best LGBTQ+ Travel and The Best Accessible Travel by Japan Travel Awards.

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