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Wedding Packages and Rates for Japan

Located in the Moorhead, Minnesota / Fargo, North Dakota area

I am located in the Moorhead, Minnesota / Fargo, North Dakota area, but am available for weddings nationwide and also Japan. I speak both English and Japanese. Destination weddings throughout Asia, Europe, America, Canada, and Hawaii are available on request. You can contact me for availability by using this form. If you need rate information in US dollars, please continue to the next page.

My Philosophy

I am a photographer who specializes in photojournalistic-style photography. This type of photography is not always what people expect, but is always honest and often captures moments that would otherwise be forgotten. For your engagement party, wedding, reception, portraits, or whatever the event I will provide you with a chronicle of your special day.
In the words of photographer Henri Cartier Bresson, "To photograph is to hold one's breath, when all faculties converge to capture fleeting reality. It's at that precise moment that mastering an image becomes a great physical and intellectual joy. For me photography is to place head, heart, and eye along the same line of sight. It is a way of life."
This chronicle of your special day, along with reasonable prices and personal service, is what I offer to you. I have the capability to shoot both high quality digital or traditional film.

What You Get

You will receive a CD-R of scanned film, or digital photos. You will keep all negatives and one set of proofs from your event. I put a selection of proofs in an acid-free album that you will be able to keep. You will be able to order your own reprints and enlargements without going through me, as long as you use them for your own personal use.

Bridal Packages

I've learned that weddings and receptions in Japan are much different than in the US. Due to the large number of people getting married every day in a "wedding chapel" and having their receptions in a hotel or chapel hall, the weddings are very planned and time-coordinated. This leaves only a little time before, during, and after the wedding for posed formals. If a client specifically wants these types of portraits, we need to discuss that day's schedule in detail. (All rates include sales tax.)

"Formals" Only: 60,000 yen

This package is for those couples that only want the formal portraits. You and I will come up with a pose list for your wedding portraits and will decide other details prior to the big day. I do not have a pose limit or film limit. I will shoot as much film as I feel is necessary to cover everything. Coverage for this package includes a portrait session, pictures during the ceremony and immediately following the ceremony. There is no reception coverage for this package, however if you would like me to stay for the reception I will charge 10,000 yen per hour. For extended reception coverage please see the packages listed below.

"Photojournalistic Candids" Half-Day: 90,000 yen (up to 6 hours)
"Photojournalistic Candids" Full-Day: 180,000 yen (up to 12 hours)

The "candids" package offers coverage for either a half-day or a full-day. I do not have a film limit so you will have literally hundreds of images to view from your special event. Some brides opt to have me start the day with them as they go to the salon to get their hair done and continue to cover happenings throughout the day. If you have another photographer contracted to take your formal portraits, please let them know in advance of my presence so there will not be a conflict. I do not interfere with portrait sessions. Also, please get permission from salons or bridal chapels beforehand as well. Some don't want photographers taking pictures while they are working.

Portrait Sessions 10,000 yen/hour + film and expenses

Minimum 1 hour. Past clients have asked for "Yuino" or Kimono Engagement photos, couple, or personal special needs photos. Sessions can take place either in your home or on location, such as a park or other special place.

Mileage and Travel

I will travel within the Numazu, Fuji, Shizuoka, Atami, and Izu areas by car at no additional charge. For longer trips, I will travel by train or air and will add train expenses as used. I may add accommodation charges where necessary. It will be added to your package price.

Down Payment and Payment Terms

I will require 20% down upon agreement of terms and I expect to be paid in full by the time your event arrives. After the down payment you may pay incrementally until you are paid in full or you may make a balloon payment before the day of the event. For additional charges, i.e. mileage and/or hotel accommodation costs, I will collect payment when I deliver your pictures and album to you.

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