🎬 Cinematic Photography Retreat — Japan (9 Days)

from €2,300.00
Room Option:

A unique creative experience for photographers who want more than just “travel photos”.

This is not a tour.
This is a cinematic production experience in Japan.
Only 6 spots available.

📍 What this retreat is about

For 9 days, we will:

  • shoot cinematic scenes in unique locations

  • work with models, light and storytelling

  • create portfolio-level images you can’t achieve alone

You will not just take photos —
you will build scenes, direct models, and think like a filmmaker.

🎬 What’s included

✔ Accommodation for 9 nights
✔ Access to all organized photoshoots
✔ Models for selected shoots
✔ Lighting setups & creative direction
✔ Personal guidance during shooting
✔ Photo reviews & feedback sessions
✔ Concept development & storytelling approach

What’s not included

  • Flights to Japan

  • Food (you are free to explore local cuisine)

  • Transportation (you can choose your preferred way of getting around)

  • Personal expenses

🎥 Shooting Experience

During the retreat we will focus on:

  • Cinematic lighting

  • Working with atmosphere and mood

  • Directing models

  • Building strong visual storytelling

  • Creating images that look like film stills

This is a hands-on experience —
you will shoot, experiment, and learn in real conditions.

🏡 Accommodation Options

We stay in a traditional Japanese house with different room types.
All participants share the same experience — the difference is only comfort level.

1. Twin Minimal Room

Regular Price: €2,780
Early Bird Price: €2,500 per person
2 spots available

A clean and minimal shared room with two single beds, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, fresh bed linen, and a calm atmosphere for resting after long shooting days.

2. Private Compact Double Room

Regular Price: €3,560
Early Bird Price: €3,200 per person
1 spot available

A cozy private room with a double bed, air conditioning, hangers, Wi-Fi, and fresh bed linen. Perfect for someone who wants more privacy during the retreat.

Shared option:
Regular Price: €2,950
Early Bird Price: €2,650 per person
For 2 people / couple / friends.

3. Traditional Single Room

Regular Price: €3,340
Early Bird Price: €3,000 per person
1 spot available

A traditional Japanese-style room with a single bed, tatami atmosphere, wooden details, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and fresh bed linen.

4. Grand Tatami Room

Regular Price: €2,560
Early Bird Price: €2,300 per person
3 spots available

A large traditional tatami room with three futon beds, classic Japanese interior, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and fresh bed linen. The most accessible option for the retreat.

5. Garden Tatami Room

Regular Price: €2,890
Early Bird Price: €2,600 per person
2 spots available

Я бы поставил Grand Tatami Room за €2,300 как сам

👥 Group Size

Small group only — limited spots available

This allows:

  • more time per participant

  • better shooting experience

  • personal feedback

📸 Group Work Format

Be ready to work in a group.

During the retreat, shooting sessions are organized in small teams to give everyone equal access to locations, lighting setups, and models.

If you prefer to work individually, your shooting time will be adjusted accordingly.

Example:
If a group of 3 has 30 minutes for a shoot (10 minutes per person), then working alone means you will have 10 minutes of shooting time.

Please choose your preferred format when filling out the application form:

  • Working in a group

  • Working individually

🎯 Who this is for

This retreat is for you if:

  • you want to improve your photography beyond basics

  • you are interested in cinematic style

  • you want strong portfolio content

  • you are ready to step out of your comfort zone

⚠️ Important

This is not a vacation.
It’s a creative working experience.

We will shoot, experiment, and push your level forward.

🚀 Why Japan

Japan offers:

  • unique visual atmosphere

  • strong contrast between tradition and modernity

  • locations you won’t find anywhere else

Combined with cinematic lighting —
this creates something truly different.

⚠️ Good to Know

As this is a shared accommodation experience:

  • Room sharing may include participants of different genders

  • For light sleepers, we recommend bringing earplugs

We aim to create a respectful and comfortable environment for everyone.

A unique creative experience for photographers who want more than just “travel photos”.

This is not a tour.
This is a cinematic production experience in Japan.
Only 6 spots available.

📍 What this retreat is about

For 9 days, we will:

  • shoot cinematic scenes in unique locations

  • work with models, light and storytelling

  • create portfolio-level images you can’t achieve alone

You will not just take photos —
you will build scenes, direct models, and think like a filmmaker.

🎬 What’s included

✔ Accommodation for 9 nights
✔ Access to all organized photoshoots
✔ Models for selected shoots
✔ Lighting setups & creative direction
✔ Personal guidance during shooting
✔ Photo reviews & feedback sessions
✔ Concept development & storytelling approach

What’s not included

  • Flights to Japan

  • Food (you are free to explore local cuisine)

  • Transportation (you can choose your preferred way of getting around)

  • Personal expenses

🎥 Shooting Experience

During the retreat we will focus on:

  • Cinematic lighting

  • Working with atmosphere and mood

  • Directing models

  • Building strong visual storytelling

  • Creating images that look like film stills

This is a hands-on experience —
you will shoot, experiment, and learn in real conditions.

🏡 Accommodation Options

We stay in a traditional Japanese house with different room types.
All participants share the same experience — the difference is only comfort level.

1. Twin Minimal Room

Regular Price: €2,780
Early Bird Price: €2,500 per person
2 spots available

A clean and minimal shared room with two single beds, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, fresh bed linen, and a calm atmosphere for resting after long shooting days.

2. Private Compact Double Room

Regular Price: €3,560
Early Bird Price: €3,200 per person
1 spot available

A cozy private room with a double bed, air conditioning, hangers, Wi-Fi, and fresh bed linen. Perfect for someone who wants more privacy during the retreat.

Shared option:
Regular Price: €2,950
Early Bird Price: €2,650 per person
For 2 people / couple / friends.

3. Traditional Single Room

Regular Price: €3,340
Early Bird Price: €3,000 per person
1 spot available

A traditional Japanese-style room with a single bed, tatami atmosphere, wooden details, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and fresh bed linen.

4. Grand Tatami Room

Regular Price: €2,560
Early Bird Price: €2,300 per person
3 spots available

A large traditional tatami room with three futon beds, classic Japanese interior, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and fresh bed linen. The most accessible option for the retreat.

5. Garden Tatami Room

Regular Price: €2,890
Early Bird Price: €2,600 per person
2 spots available

Я бы поставил Grand Tatami Room за €2,300 как сам

👥 Group Size

Small group only — limited spots available

This allows:

  • more time per participant

  • better shooting experience

  • personal feedback

📸 Group Work Format

Be ready to work in a group.

During the retreat, shooting sessions are organized in small teams to give everyone equal access to locations, lighting setups, and models.

If you prefer to work individually, your shooting time will be adjusted accordingly.

Example:
If a group of 3 has 30 minutes for a shoot (10 minutes per person), then working alone means you will have 10 minutes of shooting time.

Please choose your preferred format when filling out the application form:

  • Working in a group

  • Working individually

🎯 Who this is for

This retreat is for you if:

  • you want to improve your photography beyond basics

  • you are interested in cinematic style

  • you want strong portfolio content

  • you are ready to step out of your comfort zone

⚠️ Important

This is not a vacation.
It’s a creative working experience.

We will shoot, experiment, and push your level forward.

🚀 Why Japan

Japan offers:

  • unique visual atmosphere

  • strong contrast between tradition and modernity

  • locations you won’t find anywhere else

Combined with cinematic lighting —
this creates something truly different.

⚠️ Good to Know

As this is a shared accommodation experience:

  • Room sharing may include participants of different genders

  • For light sleepers, we recommend bringing earplugs

We aim to create a respectful and comfortable environment for everyone.