1 hour session
Travel Portrait Session
- ✦20 edited photos
- ✦Tokyo or Kyoto
- ✦Posing guidance included
¥35,000Inquire
Japan — 2026 Portfolio
Cinematic Photography Experiences in Japan
Kimono, couple, portrait & fashion photography — capturing the intersection of traditional Japanese soul and high-fashion editorial storytelling.
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✓Tokyo · Kyoto · Osaka
The Index — Portfolio
- Kimono Narrative01
- Couples in Kyoto02
- Travel Portraiture03
- Fashion Editorial04
A selection of recent commissions across Japan — editorial, intimate, and quietly cinematic.
Moving image
Cinematic Reels & Commercial Work
0:30
Travel Film
Kyoto: A Visual Poem
0:30
Couple Session
Lantern Hour
0:30
Fashion Film
Editorial Autumn
Every commission includes the option of a 30-second cinematic film — graded, scored, and delivered as a private keepsake or commercial asset.
Editorial ✦Cinematic ✦Kimono ✦Couple ✦Portrait ✦Fashion ✦Editorial ✦Cinematic ✦Kimono ✦Couple ✦Portrait ✦Fashion ✦Editorial ✦Cinematic ✦Kimono ✦Couple ✦Portrait ✦Fashion ✦Editorial ✦Cinematic ✦Kimono ✦Couple ✦Portrait ✦Fashion ✦
The Atelier — Profile
A Japan-based lens for the cinematic and quietly luxurious.
Hi, I’m Mintu, a photographer and filmmaker based in Japan.
After studying photography in Tokyo and spending nearly a decade exploring Japanese culture, I developed a visual style inspired by fashion editorials, cinematic storytelling and authentic human moments.
I work with travelers, couples, creators and brands who want more than simple photos — they want a story worth remembering.
I speak English, Japanese and Vietnamese, making communication easy for international clients visiting Japan.
Languages
English · 日本語 · Tiếng Việt
Based
Japan · Travel
The Experience, considered in four movements.
Process / 04i.
Personalised Direction
A pre-session consultation to align wardrobe, mood references and pacing — tailored to you, not a template.
ii.
Location Scouting
Hand-picked locations across Kyoto, Tokyo and beyond — from hidden alleyways to architectural icons.
iii.
Editorial Retouching
Every frame colour-graded by hand to a timeless, gallery-grade finish. Delivered in a private digital atelier.
iv.
Trilingual Support
Fluent guidance and on-set communication in English, Japanese and Vietnamese throughout the entire process.
Services & Pricing
Packages1.5 hour session
Most Booked
Couple Session
- ✦40 edited photos
- ✦Multiple locations
- ✦Romantic storytelling approach
¥50,000Inquire
1.5 hour session
Kimono Experience
- ✦40 edited photos
- ✦Kyoto locations
- ✦Kimono-friendly posing guidance
¥60,000Inquire
Photo + Video
Cinematic Experience
- ✦Cinematic reel
- ✦30-60 second edited video
- ✦Social media ready
¥90,000Inquire
Photography + Reels
Brand Content
- ✦Reels
- ✦Campaign content
- ✦Commercial usage
Custom QuoteInquire
Frequently asked
Questions, answered.
Do you speak English?+
Yes. I speak English, Japanese and Vietnamese.
Can you help with posing?+
Absolutely. Most clients are not professional models.
How long does delivery take?+
Preview within 48 hours. Final delivery typically within 3–7 days.
Do you travel outside Tokyo?+
Yes. Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and other locations upon request.
Can I book both photo and video?+
Yes. Combined photo and video packages are available.
Letters from the atelier
Mintu turned a quiet morning in Arashiyama into something we'll show our grandchildren. The frames feel like stills from a film we never made.
Hannah & Theo
London — Couple session, Kyoto
I came for kimono photos and left with an editorial. The light, the pacing, the trilingual ease — completely unmatched.
Linh Phạm
Hồ Chí Minh — Solo portrait, Tokyo
Cinematic without being theatrical. Mintu understands restraint, which is exactly what our brand needed.
Studio Atelier 21
Paris — Fashion commission
Reserve your date
Let's compose your Japan.
Limited commissions per month. Share a few details and I'll respond within 48 hours with a tailored proposal.
contact@mintu.net
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