Luxury, Authentic, Heartfelt Photography in Japan
Capture the moment you’ll remember forever — with cinematic photography across Japan, guided by a team who makes it effortless.
✓ Proposals, weddings, family shoots and more
✓ Available across all of Japan
✓ Multilingual team fluent in English, Japanese, Spanish, Portuguese & Tagalog
You’re not just hiring a photographer — you’re trusting someone with a once-in-a-lifetime moment.
Whether it’s a proposal beneath cherry blossoms, a once-in-a-decade family trip, or simply capturing the feeling of being here, now — these moments matter. They deserve more than a rushed session or stiff poses. They deserve care, attention, and a photographer who understands how to tell your story.
That’s why every session is thoughtfully planned. From location guidance to timing and little details, we make the process easy, even if you’re organising everything from overseas.
You can relax, be present, and enjoy the experience — while we take care of the rest.
Photography Services
Weddings
Elopements
Solo Portraits
Proposals
Family Portraits
Pre-Wedding Portraits
Why Choose Sofia Hiramatsu Photography?
Signature Artistic Style - Our distinctive, film-inspired and editorial aesthetic has been carefully crafted over the years, every photo is designed to feel timeless, cinematic, and full of emotion.
Nationwide Coverage - No matter where your story unfolds, we’ll be there—capturing moments across Japan and beyond.
English-Speaking Support - Seamless communication from inquiry to delivery, with full English support for international clients and travellers.
Trusted by Hundreds - With over 50 five-star reviews, we’re proud to be the choice of couples, families, and travellers from around the globe
Fast Turnaround Times - Receive beautifully edited sneak peeks within 72 hours, and your full gallery delivered in just 12 business days.
Locations across Japan
We work across the whole of Japan, although some of our most popular locations include the following
Kind Words
★★★★★
“Absolutely stellar experience with Sofia! She is a professional’s professional! My fiancé is also a professional photographer and just raves about all of the detail and the artistic flourishes in our engagement photos.
From my side, I was blown away by how smoothly and effortlessly she handled everything. We spoke on video chat and she suggested the perfect location, hid beforehand to keep it a surprise, and did a great job helping us pose and set up shots. I just showed up with the ring and she handled everything else! Thank you, Sofia!”
- Tom Schwarzkopf
★★★★★
“I had the absolute pleasure of working with Sofia for one of the most important moments of my life, my surprise engagement to Hayley, and I cannot recommend her enough! From start to finish, Sofia’s communication was impeccable. She took the time to understand exactly what I wanted, offered creative suggestions, and was always quick to respond to any questions or concerns I had leading up to the big day.
Sofia truly has a gift for storytelling through her lens, and I am so grateful she was part of this life-changing moment. If you’re looking for a photographer who is not only talented but also a joy to work with, Sofia is the one!”
- Zeid Abussuud
★★★★★
“My fiance and I had the most wonderful experience working with Sofia and her team. From the very beginning there was constant communication which helped put my mind at ease as this was our first shoot internationally. Shooting with Sofia directly was a joy. Despite the early wake up and the frigid temperatures, Sofia made the experience warm and welcoming. To top off the experience, the photos came out absolutely perfect. We are blown away by the quality and our family and friends can’t stop talking about how beautiful they are. If you are looking for a unique, once in a lifetime photoshoot, I highly recommend Sofia!”
- Reilly Eager
Born in Birmingham, England Sofia Hiramatsu is a British-Pakistani portrait and wedding photographer. Since 2014, her lens has transcended the realm of wedding photography, blossoming into a wide collection of timeless portraits for couples, families, and individuals across the globe. Through her use of high contrast and warm colours, she portrays her subjects as both strong and soft, whilst also capturing their authenticity. Self-taught, she explored professional photography whilst studying in medical school. After working in the NHS for 4 years, she left feeling unfulfilled, so she quit her job in London and moved to Japan, to pursue her true ikigai ‘life purpose’ in the world of photography. Currently based in Nagoya, but available for commissions across Japan and internationally.
About Sofia
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! We assist with location selection, timing, coordination, and even discreet communication with your partner to keep the surprise.
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Absolutely. Our whole team is English-speaking and experienced working with international clients from around the world.
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Yes – all sessions include professionally edited, high-resolution images with Sofia’s signature aesthetic
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You’ll typically receive your gallery within 12 business days after photos are selected, so you can relive your experience while it’s still fresh.Item description
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We always plan for backup options and can adjust the schedule or location based on conditions.
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Yes! We offer nationwide coverage, including Mount Fuji, Osaka, Nagoya, Okinawa and more
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Yes – we’re happy to offer guidance on what to wear based on location and session style.
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Definitely – just let us know in advance so we can tailor the session accordingly.
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You’ll receive a tailored message from our assistant to guide you through next steps within 72 hours
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Yes – a deposit confirms your booking and reserves your session date and location.
Your story deserves to be told beautifully.
Our calendar typically books out 3–6 months in advance, with Spring and Autumn being our busiest seasons. To secure your preferred date, we recommend getting in touch with us as early as possible.