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Originally Posted by HollyW
Hello, everyone!
I am making my first trip to Japan (Tokyo) next month. I've read a lot of conflicting information about where photos are, and are not, allowed. I am a big fan of Japanese graphics and packaging design; I would love to take pictures of the products I see in various markets. Some people have said that they were told not to take photos, while others have posted large photo and video blogs of every imaginable thing.
What has your experience been with regards to photography? I respect a ban on photos in sacred spaces such as the inside of shrines and temples, but what about other places?
Thanks in advance for your input!
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I've never had any issues in Japan and people seem overly happy to receive and have photos taken. I think Japan is the land of the camera!
I guess what you may need is da Japanese translation of "Excuse me, would you mind if I take a photo" "Are photos allowed", etc.
I'm sure some will post the wording in English characters for you
