Hello there! I'm so excited you are here!
I am your family, newborn and maternity photographer serving central Tokyo, Machida, Yokohama, and Kawasaki area.
If you are looking for an English speaking photographer in Tokyo with light and airy feels, you definitely came to the right place! Whether you reside in Japan or are visiting Japan for your holidays, I will be more than happy to take the most beautiful and precious photographs of you and your beloved family.
Your Tokyo
Family & Newborn Photographer
serving tokyo & kanagawa area
I live with my husband and a girl (Sue) and a baby boy (T.C.). I'm rather short but my energy is big - super fun and positive! Living in the US (TX) in my childhood gave me the outgoing personality that I am today. I love the outdoors, which I am sure you can see in my work, and the four seasons we have in Japan has given a great influence on my photography as well.
I've been photographing since I was little, and my creativity led me to where I am today! I photograph families to gift them with the most beautiful and joyful photo artworks possible. I love to make people smile and love themselves - and photography is a great way for me to do just that.
Photographing nowadays has become something that almost anyone has access to - but creating the most beautiful family photographs with everyone of you looking fabulous and having a great time is something quite special. I assure you, you will never regret having your precious family legacy taken to cherish forever.
am so glad you are here!
I specialize in family, newborn, maternity portraits with my unique light & airy style photography.
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Your family, newborn, maternity photographer
serving central TOKYO & KANAGAWA
Welcome! I'm Yukika
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maternity | newborn | family
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Outdoor maternity sessions turn out beautifully each season - the plum trees in winter, sakura in spring, fresh greens in the summer, autumn momiji leaves... This session was in the summer near the Tokyo bay.
I advise you to have the session at the third trimester of your pregnancy, preferably after week 36 when you and your belly will look GORGEOUS! A small but beautiful client closet available with no additional cost.
Maternity SESSION in Summer Greens
I offer both lifestyle and posed newborn sessions. Lifestyle sessions are where I simply visit your home with my camera and some wraps to capture your family at home. For posed newborn sessions, I will bring all the tools necessary. Using Kimono and Japanese textiles are my iconic style of newborn photography.
It is recommended to have the session within 2 weeks of your baby's birth.
INDOOR posed newborn session
Newborn
This family here was visiting Japan with their daughter for the first time - how sweet is that!
Some areas in Tokyo require shooting permits 2-4 weeks before the day of our shoot, so if you know you want your precious family photographed, get in touch asap!
Each season has it's own beauty - the sakura in spring, greenery in summer, momiji leaves in autumn and clear skies / plums in the winter.
family SESSION IN early summer green
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I will fully guide you through
Whether you live in Japan or not, looking for a photographer AND trying to decide on the location, outfits etc. may be overwhelming - but I got you fully covered!
I want to make this process something fun and exciting, and not worry about the stressful part of the planning. After you make your final booking with me, I will guide you with the locations I recommend based on your preferred area, as well as a "Style Guide" which gives you advise on what kind of outfits portray well in light & airy photography.
For me to fully guide you, I do request you book me at least 2-3 weeks prior to the shoot. A good preparation is key!
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Relax and have fun!
At the day of our session, you'd just have to put on the outfits and be excited & relaxed for the shoot!
I do get asked quite often "but what do I do with posing?" - well the answer is, RELAX! I will gently guide you so you would not need to worry a single bit! As for kids I recommend letting them be kids - if they aren't into posing, I have so many other prompts to get them having fun, too. Genuine smiles are the best things in family photographs, right?
I'm humble to say that my clients almost always say "what a fun shoot that was! Time flew by so fast!!" and I always strive for that relaxed and fun sessions every single time.
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Your beautiful & gorgeous gallery
You will receive a special link to your private online gallery of your BEAUTIFUL family photographs within 2 weeks, once every images has been carefully edited after the session. Don't forget to have your tissues ready to wipe out your tears when enjoying your unique and gorgeous gallery!
Not only does your online gallery look GORGEOUS, you can download and/or share images from the gallery + order fine art prints there, all in one-stop. The prints and print vendors are carefully selected by Yukika from around the world to deliver your family photographs in the highest quality possible.
Take a look around this website and see if the ideal photographs you've dreamed of match with my style of photography. If you think we can be a great fit (yesss!) then please do reach out and say hello first! I will be SO happy to hear from you.
Good preparation is key in order to create the most beautiful images that you've been wanting - I do recommend you book me at least 2 weeks prior to the shooting date for us to do just that! (Third trimester for maternity and/or newborn sessions)
I'll be thrilled to be able to discuss with you the details of the session you envision!
1. Say hello!
The Process
Once we've agreed on having a session together (woohoo!!!) I will first make a note of the session date in my calendar as a temporary booking. For outdoor sessions we will also be setting another date just in case we would need to do a reschedule.
Once the final date and location (area) has been fixed, I will send you the "terms of service" and an invoice for your non-refundable retainer fee. With your payment, your booking will be finalized and I am all yours!
2. Finalizing your booking
The Process
For the sophisticated, light and airy style that I pride in my photography, what you wear and where to shoot is KEY.
I will give you a "Style Guide" that will give you hint on what kind of outfits photographs best. There are few but several dresses for the ladies to rent (for free!) so if interested, please simply ask and I'll guide you.
For outdoor sessions, I will also find the best spot based on the area you prefer. If shooting permit submission is required for that specific location, I will have that covered for you!
You can also prepare any props or flowers that will add personality and/or an unique story to your family photographs!
3. Preparing for the session
The Process
The big day is here! Put on the outfit that you've prepared and bring all the positivity and excitement! Once we finally meet face to face and do our greetings, I will give you a quick overview of how the session will go and start shooting!
During the session I will gently guide you with poses and prompts that will portray well in your photographs, so don't worry! If you have kids with you, forget about if they are behaving and let them just be kids - whatever you do, those genuine smiles and laughter beats any forced poses or unhappy faces.
Just have fun, love the moment and let me do the job of capturing every bits of those precious memories!
4. It's THE DAY!
The Process
Within 2 weeks after the session, you will receive a special link that takes you to your private online gallery, with breathtaking images of you and your family. Do give yourself a dedicated time, bring something to drink and get comfortable in your couch to enjoy your precious gallery!
After you've gone through the photo proofs (and wiped up your tears) you can choose a collection you'd like to purchase for your digital images, and the images will be ready for download!
You can also purchase any fine art prints of your choice and/or share your gallery with your loved ones all through your online gallery website.
Please reach out to navigate yourself through the gallery, if you'd ever need help!
5. Enjoy your BEAUTIFUL photographs
The Process
SERVICE INCLUDED (for all collections):
Pre-planning support｜Location research, proposal, permit application｜Style Guide｜Client Closet (few pieces, for ladies and babies)｜Hair & Make-up stylist referral | Time of your session| Fully edited high-resolution image data (number of images depend on collection)｜Beautiful online gallery | Professional fine art print credit (amount differs in each collection)
Investment
the details
My pricing is simple!
You only choose a digital collection that includes a certain number of digital images and print credit.
You will be asked for a non-refundable retainer fee to secure your booking with me first. This fee covers my time and talent during your session, the travel fee*, and all the pre-planning fees**. After the session, you will receive photo proofs of ALL the edited images from your session in your online gallery. You can choose your digital collection then, where your retainer fee will be applied so you would only have to make payments to the rest of your collection fee. This allows you to purchase the images that you LOVED, instead of having to invest in images that you'd rather not.
Maternity & family collection starts at 40,000 JPY
Newborn collection starts at 50,000 JPY
Average investment in total - 70,000 JPY
Maternity+Newborn session bundles available with discounted price
I am excited to help you create the most beautiful family photographs! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask :) Just fill out the areas you currently can and hit "SEND!" I'll be getting back to you asap, usually in 1 working day.
