Japan Wedding Photos in Spring–Summer (April–July) | Best Greenery Spots | Pre-Wedding Photography in Japan | WEDDING AVENUE

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Japan Wedding Photos in Spring–Summer (April–July) | Best Greenery Spots

Groom in a beige suit leaning down to his bride in a wedding dress sitting under a big green tree, a sweet summer greenery pre-wedding photoshoot

Hello everyone!

After the cherry blossom season, we’ll be greeted by warm spring weather! It’s the season of fresh greenery, highly acclaimed in the world of wedding photography. There are three main reasons why the fresh greenery season is so popular:

1.The season lasts longer, allowing for more flexibility in scheduling your photoshoot! Unlike cherry blossoms or autumn leaves, timing isn’t as critical, providing peace of mind. Plus, there’s less discrepancy between the envisioned and actual shoot due to timing.

2.Glittering natural photoshoots under the sunlight are just as enchanting as cherry blossoms or autumn leaves! We capture you both beautifully lit by the sunlight filtering through the trees, which perfectly complements our photo concept, “Bride & Groom Photo.”

3.There are plenty of cost-effective campaigns available, making it the best bang for your buck! Stay tuned for a selection of the 15 special campaigns exclusively for the fresh greenery season that we’ll introduce shortly!

Laughing groom in a beige tuxedo with a bow tie and bride in a wedding dress blowing soap bubbles among green trees, playful wedding photography

In addition to these factors, there are various reasons why the fresh greenery season is so popular. For instance, the weather is perfect for photoshoots, reducing physical strain. Also, it’s considered auspicious for June brides. Overall, it’s the perfect season for photoshoots!

Starting from May 5th, we have begun accepting pre-bookings for fresh greenery wedding photoshoots! We sincerely appreciate the inquiries, consultations, and reservations we have already received from many of you! As the season lasts longer, there are plenty of photoshoot slots available. However, they are gradually filling up, so we recommend early consultations!

Now, let’s introduce a selection of six recommended photoshoot spots from around the country for the fresh greenery season. We hope this will be helpful for those considering wedding photoshoots! Finally, we’ll share some special campaign information, so be sure to check it out!

Without further ado, let’s get started!

★Recommended Fresh Greenery Locations in Tokyo★

Odaiba Seaside Park

Bride in a wedding dress holding a pampas grass bouquet on a white wooden boardwalk surrounded by fresh greenery, natural wedding photos

~A place in the heart of the city that feels like an escape from urban hustle and bustle~

“Odaiba Seaside Park” offers stunning beach photos with Tokyo Bay right in front. Did you know it’s also a beautiful spot for cherry blossoms and fresh greenery?

With serene spots deep in the forest that make you feel like you’ve wandered into a sacred space, and backgrounds that combine the beach with lush greenery, it offers a variety of natural settings that make you forget you’re in the heart of the city.

Other highlights include options like “Sunset,” “Rainbow Bridge,” and “Wharf,” making it a versatile location for a wide range of photo styles. It promises to exceed expectations and deliver the ultimate wedding photos you’ve been dreaming of.

Bride hugging the groom from behind as he holds a pink bouquet under deep green trees, a playful back hug for a natural pre-wedding photoshoot
Close-up of the bride's and groom's hands with wedding rings reaching toward each other against green bokeh, a detail shot in wedding photography
Bride in a wedding dress with a bouquet standing on seaside rocks under dramatic summer clouds and blue sky, a breezy pre-wedding photoshoot
Groom in a beige three-piece suit and bride in a lace wedding dress with a bouquet smiling in a green park, cheerful Japan wedding photography in spring

〒135-0091 1 Chome-4 Daiba, Minato City, Tokyo 135-0091, Japan
Open all year round
Website: https://www.tptc.co.jp/park/01_02

View MAP: See the map of Odaiba Seaside Park

 

Higo Hosokawa Garden

Groom in montsuki hakama with a white umbrella and bride in a red uchikake with a red umbrella on a stone bridge amid fresh greenery, pre-wedding photoshoot

~A meticulously crafted Japanese garden filled with the skills of artisans~

Such a name suits the “Higo Hosokawa Garden,” a location that boasts top-class popularity even during the fresh green season!

From the lush greenery to the refreshing breeze blowing through, you can feel the pleasantness of spring with all five senses in this garden. The landscape, expressing both the elegance and simplicity of traditional Japanese beauty, makes you want to savor even the scenery reflected on the water’s surface. The vivid greenery glimpsed from the veranda offers a depth of charm distinct from that of typical spring photos in public parks.

The springtime ambiance at the “Higo Hosokawa Garden” promises to result in a special and memorable finish that you’ll want to recall and revisit time and time again.

Silhouettes of a couple in kimono sitting in a dark tatami tea room facing a bright green garden, an artistic shot for Japan wedding photography
Groom slipping a ring onto the finger of his bride in a red uchikake on a tatami floor by a garden window, a ring exchange in kimono wedding photos
Smiling groom in navy montsuki hakama and bride in a red uchikake standing close in a green garden with hydrangeas, kimono wedding photos
Couple under a red umbrella on an old stone bridge in a lush green Japanese garden, bride in a red uchikake, summer kimono wedding photos

Address: 1-1-22 Mejirodai, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-0015, Japan
Closed: December 28th to January 4th
Higo Hosokawa Garden Website: https://www.higo-hosokawa.jp/

MAP: See the map of Higo Hosokawa Garden

 

★Recommended Fresh Greenery Locations in Yokohama★

Nihon-Odori

Couple in a wedding dress and suit looking at a bouquet through soft green foreground leaves in a city park, gentle summer wedding photos

~A Sophisticated Cityscape with Timeless Elegance~

Located in the heart of the city, “Nihon Odori” offers a refined streetscape lined with historic architecture.

The harmonious blend of classical buildings and beautifully arranged tree-lined avenues creates an atmosphere reminiscent of a European city, perfect for elegant and stylish photo sessions.

Enjoy a graceful and modern setting that brings a sense of calm sophistication to your special day.

Groom in a suit leading the bride in a wedding dress by the hand across a crosswalk on a tree-lined avenue, a natural street pre-wedding photoshoot
Groom in a suit crouching and laughing with the bride beside yellow summer flowers, a candid and natural moment of wedding photography outdoors
Groom in a brown suit and bride in a wedding dress sitting together on a sidewalk bench under green trees, a relaxed city pre-wedding photoshoot
Bride in a wedding dress and groom with a dried-flower bouquet touching foreheads beside a stone wall and green trees, romantic Japan wedding photography

Address: Nihon Odori, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
Closed: Open year-round (subject to public access conditions)
MAP: See the map of Nihon Odori

 

★Recommended Fresh Greenery Locations in Kyoto★

Gion & Kamogawa

Back view of the couple in kimono holding red and white wagasa umbrellas on a willow-lined stone path along a canal in Kyoto, summer kimono wedding photos

~A Timeless Kyoto Setting Filled with Tradition and Natural Beauty~

The charming “Gion & Kamogawa” area captures the true essence of Kyoto.

From stone-paved streets and traditional townhouses to the gentle flow of the Kamogawa River, every corner reflects the beauty of Japan’s seasons.

Immerse yourself in a serene and culturally rich atmosphere, and create unforgettable memories in a setting that is uniquely Kyoto.

Couple in kimono sharing a white wagasa umbrella under hanging willow branches in front of a wooden machiya, a fresh green kimono wedding photos shot
Groom in a white kimono with hakama and bride in a floral furisode kimono smiling by old wooden teahouses in Kyoto, a classic pre-wedding photoshoot
Groom in hakama and bride in a floral kimono standing apart on stepping stones across a river weir framed by green trees, scenic Japan wedding photography
Couple in kimono with red and white umbrellas sitting on a bright green grassy slope under trees, a vivid spring kimono wedding photos scene

Address: Gion & Kamogawa Area, Higashiyama-ku / Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Closed: Open year-round (subject to location access conditions)
MAP: See the map of Gion & Kamogawa

 

★Recommended Fresh Greenery Locations in Osaka★

Oizumi Ryokuchi Park

Bride in a green-white dress gently touching the groom's face as he sits on a fallen log in a fresh green forest, natural summer wedding photos

~Stepped into a Fairy Tale World: Dreamy Greenery Photos~

Located on a sprawling site of approximately 100 hectares, with over 300,000 trees planted, Oizumi Ryokuchi Park is a picturesque destination reminiscent of a fairy tale. Founded on the concept of “preserving forests for the future,” this park in Osaka is renowned for its lush greenery, especially during the fresh green season.

Featuring artistic fallen trees, small wooden bridges over streams, and a dense canopy of green, the park offers picture-perfect spots that are ideal for capturing the essence of the fresh green season. With its expansive lawns and flower gardens, this playful park allows couples to bring their own photography props and create personalized photoshoots.

Why not write your own story and capture precious memories at Oizumi Ryokuchi Park?

Bride in a full wedding dress and groom in a light suit walking across a sunny lawn lined with green trees, a fresh summer pre-wedding photoshoot
Back view of the bride and groom raising their arms joyfully under a tunnel of green trees, a carefree spring pre-wedding photoshoot outdoors
Groom kneeling to adjust the bride's shoe as she sits on a stone bench in a strapless wedding dress among greenery, sweet Japan wedding photography
Groom kneeling with a bouquet to propose to his bride in a wedding dress among tall trees in a green forest, a proposal pose for pre-wedding photoshoot

Address: 128 Kanaoka-cho, Kita-ku, Sakai, Osaka 591-8022, Japan
Closed: Open year-round (some facilities may have specific closing days)
MAP: See the map of Oizumi Ryokuchi Park

 

Go-fusou

Couple holding red and white umbrellas at the gate of Gofuso Japanese garden with pine trees behind, bride in a red uchikake, kimono wedding photos

Enjoying a Perfect Spring Day in a Japanese Garden of Refined Tea Houses and Expressive Landscapes

Nestled in the heart of Kishiwada Castle’s castle town, “Gofuso” is an authentic Japanese garden that boasts meticulous attention to detail. Its pond-strolling garden, designed for leisurely walks around the water’s edge, embodies a sense of understated elegance that has earned it the designation of a national scenic spot.

With a history that includes tales of a former medicinal herb garden, this expansive garden bursts with vibrant greenery nurtured under the full embrace of the sun, signaling the arrival of spring.

Create unforgettable memories as vivid as the lush greenery at “Gofuso,” a place where the beauty of spring abounds and resonates eternally.

Bride in a red uchikake holding a paper umbrella on a stone bridge over a mossy pond in a green Japanese garden, summer kimono wedding photos
Couple in kimono reflected in the glass windows of a wooden tea house with paper lanterns and green garden views, artistic kimono wedding photos
Bride in a colorful uchikake holding a paper umbrella beside the groom in hakama in a lush green garden with soft bokeh, a pre-wedding photoshoot
Smiling couple in a beige montsuki and floral uchikake leaning in a wooden lattice gate surrounded by fresh greenery, kimono wedding photos

Address: 18-1 Kishijocho, Kishiwada, Osaka 596-0073, Japan
Closed: None
Admission Fee: None / Changing Room Rental: ¥5,500 per 2 hours

 

★Recommended Fresh Greenery Locations in Nagoya★

Shonai Ryokuchi Park

Groom in a beige suit and bride in a wedding dress standing apart on a lawn before huge green trees in a park, natural wedding photography

~Water, Greenery, and Sunlight: A Natural Photo Setting with Vivid Spring Green~

The “Shonai Ryokuchi Park” stands as the most favored destination for Western-style photoshoots at our Nagoya branch. Its popularity owes greatly to the abundant expanse of verdant scenery, which lends itself to stunningly natural photos. The park’s extensive lawns and majestic trees adorned with fresh green foliage offer a serene atmosphere akin to a sanctuary of sorts. The juxtaposition of the seemingly reachable blue sky and the invigorating greenery makes for an unparalleled backdrop.

Why not seize the opportunity to capture your everyday expressions amidst this exceptionally open setting?

Bride in a white wedding dress and groom in a beige suit standing far apart on a grassy horizon under a vast blue sky, minimalist wedding photos
Groom in a beige suit and smiling bride in a wedding dress framed by bright green leaves in a park, a fresh greenery pre-wedding photoshoot
Laughing groom giving his bride a piggyback ride in front of purple lavender flowers, a playful pose for summer wedding photography
Couple sitting on sunny grass laughing over folding fans, groom in a beige suit and bride in a white dress, a natural summer pre-wedding photoshoot

Address: 3527 Shikichi, Kami-Ōdai, Yamadacho, Nishi Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 452-0818, Japan
Website: http://shonai-ryokuchi.jp/

Open all year round Application fee: ¥1,500

 

 

Shiratori Garden

Groom in montsuki hakama and bride in white kimono with an orange bouquet under weeping willow branches by a pond, kimono wedding photos

~Indulge in Exquisite Fresh Greenery Photos at the Largest Japanese Garden in Tokai~

Just a few minutes’ walk from Atsuta Shrine, which is bustling with visitors during the New Year holidays, lies the serene “Shiratori Garden” on its expansive grounds.

This historic Japanese garden, which values simplicity and tranquility, offers an elegant and natural backdrop for capturing the vibrant hues of spring greenery! Within the garden, you’ll find not only lush greenery bathed in sunlight but also impressive bamboo groves reminiscent of Kyoto, authentic tea houses that evoke a sense of nostalgia, and rare covered corridors for photography, unique to Nagoya City. It’s like a star-studded ensemble of all the garden’s charms, condensed into one.

Experience the epitome of fresh greenery photography, unparalleled in Nagoya and throughout the Tokai region.

Couple with a white umbrella standing small at the edge of a towering bamboo forest, a cinematic shot for a pre-wedding photoshoot in kimono
Back view of a couple in kimono sitting on tatami between open shoji doors looking at a green garden, a quiet scene for kimono wedding photos
Couple in montsuki and a floral uchikake with a red umbrella by a pond surrounded by fresh green maple trees, Japan wedding photography
Bride in a gold embroidered uchikake leaning back against the groom in a bamboo grove, a stylish pose for kimono wedding photos

Postal Code: 456-0036 Address: 2-5 Atsutanishimachi, Atsuta-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
Website: http://www.shirotori-garden.jp/
Closed on: Mondays, 3rd Wednesdays of the month
Application Fee: ¥17,100
Admission Fee: ¥300 per person

 

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Back view of a bride in white kimono under a paper umbrella and groom in black montsuki among lush green leaves, kimono wedding photos

This time, we introduced some recommended locations in Tokyo, Yokohama, Kyoto, Osaka, and Nagoya, perfect for early reservations for greenery wedding photoshoots. There are still many photos and locations that we haven’t introduced yet, so please look forward to them on our website and blog!

When you visit us, we’ll not only show you sample photos but also the actual outfits, so if you’re interested, please make a reservation using the link below♡ We’re looking forward to meeting you all!

Lastly, we’ve included some special campaign information, so be sure to check it out!

See you in another article soon!

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Special Campaign Offers ☆彡

Campaign banner for 50 percent off the second outfit data when booking kimono and wedding dress, showing a bride in an uchikake and in a wedding dress for wedding photos

We’re currently running our highly popular 50% off campaign for the second outfit data! Take advantage of this fantastic offer and enjoy up to ¥33,000 off to fulfill your dream of both Western and Japanese style outfits! Two styles for the price of one during the New Greenery Photo Shoot!

Details of the 15 Campaigns exclusive to the New Greenery Season are available here!