Toei Eiga Mura.. Skip or Keep
 

What do you guys think? I've been there couple of times in the past, the last time I went was 2006. Should I take the wife there for our honeymoon? It could be interesting for someone who has never been to it, but I myself didin't find it too interesting...

If I do go it will just solely be for the reason of getting a picture session with her in traditional Edo clothing and makeup...

Thought???

I was a little disappointed with it because the price was high and the place was small. But it's a must see if you are a Samurai movie fan like me. I loved having my photo took where Toyama No Kin San used to show his sakura tattoo to the accused criminals.

She is not a Samurai fan, I am, but as I said, I've seen enough of it. She probably like the other aspect of it though, like the Tokusatsu hall and such.... dunno.....

I have been there once...and have no desire to go back. For a honeymoon I would say "skip".

There are other places that can dress you up in traditional Japanese clothes and take professional pictures of you... maybe do that instead.

There is a place in Gion that does your photo. I can't remember the name, it started with a "J". Jidai? I don't know. It was great and they speak a little English if you need help. Also super nice staff. See if you can find it.

The Eiga Mura would be worth it if it was cheaper, but because it is so expensive most people don't feel they get their money's worth. Only mildly interesting- I'd much rather go to Arashiyama and Sagano and have a rickshaw ride.

Point taken guys, I will push it to a priority of "If i have nothing else better to do"

Elvis if you remember the name of the store do let me know. MMM, if you know of any store that can just take ONE or TWO wedding picture for us (with kimono rental) let me know. I will be in Hakata, Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo...

Almost any photo studio can do this, but it is very expensive. Doesn't matter if you only want 1 picture, it will be a 45 minute photo shoot, and there will be a lag time between the shoot, choosing the pictures and then pick-up.

Maybe there are some same-photo studios, but I am not aware of any at the moment.

Will you be able to find out for me the cost for something like this? If I skip eigamura, I probably have time to do this:)

Here are a couple of places:

[Makeover Plans]Yumekoubou-Maiko Makeover Studio

Maiko-costume studio "Yumeyakata", Japanese kimono photo shot, in KYOTO, JAPAN :::: PLAN LIST ::::

Depends on how many and how big a picture you choose. 10,000 to 30,000

Thanks guys, thats no problem. Samurai, your site is amazing, just sent them a email, hopefully they can give me something :)

This guy can help with Wedding photos.

Kyoto Sights and Nights - Special Services

MMM is right, it is expensive. Our Maiko and Samurai photo was on special and was 12,000 yen for a small (7"x5") photo. Of course you do have a lot of time and make up involved, so we felt it was worth it.

Glad to help! Which one did you write to? I have never used either place personally, I just found them in a Google search, so I can't say how good they are, but they look pretty professional from their sites. Let us know if it works out!

Thanks Elvis, will check them out too

Samurai, I checked both places. Money is not an object here, as you said, its well worth it, my budget is around 100000 yen for this. I do want a few pose, and I want them on digital file....

I've been there once during summer last year..
I must say the place is kinda boring but for a life experience, it's value to go there.. but for a honeymoon, I guess you should discuss with ur wife first, we don't want you to get into trouble since she is not a samurai-fan~

Totally agree with you. I felt the same towards it, thats why I am debating whether we should go there or not :)