Kyoto Pre-Wedding Photoshoot with Arashiyama Temple, River & Bamboo Grove

As autumn cast its golden spell over Kyoto, Christabel and Kee Kiat embarked on a breathtaking pre-wedding photoshoot in the heart of Arashiyama. With every step, the season painted their love story in warm hues—vivid reds, fiery oranges, and rich golds—turning their journey into an unforgettable dream.

Their adventure began at Arashiyama Temple, where centuries-old architecture stood in harmony with nature’s seasonal masterpiece. The temple grounds, adorned with maple leaves, felt like a hidden sanctuary. Christabel’s gown flowed gently as they strolled beneath the crimson canopy, their quiet moments framed by the timeless beauty of Kyoto’s autumn. The soft rustling of leaves and the distant chime of temple bells made every shot feel like a scene from a romance film.

Next, they wandered to the Arashiyama River, where the water mirrored the golden foliage dancing in the breeze. As they stood by the riverbank, a wooden boat drifted past, adding to the poetic serenity of the moment. Bathed in the warm afternoon light, Christabel and Kee Kiat shared stolen glances and tender embraces, their love reflected in the rippling waters. With each photograph, the river whispered stories of fleeting beauty—just like autumn itself.

Their final destination was the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where towering green stalks swayed gently in the wind. Walking hand in hand through the emerald tunnel, they found themselves wrapped in a peaceful stillness, as if time had slowed just for them. The contrast of autumn’s fiery brilliance and the bamboo’s eternal green created a breathtaking balance—just like the love they shared, strong yet ever-growing.

From the temple’s quiet elegance to the river’s golden reflections and the bamboo forest’s tranquil embrace, Christabel and Kee Kiat’s Kyoto pre-wedding shoot was a celebration of love and nature’s fleeting magic. In the heart of Arashiyama, their love story became a masterpiece—one captured in the golden light of autumn, forever cherished in timeless photographs.


Outdoor Prewedding photoshoot by photographer Kinosaki. Want to have your dream wedding photoshoot? Reach out to our team at OneThreeOneFour!