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- Watabe Wedding Sapporo Photo Studio Launches Limited-Time Special Plan: Capture the 'Magic Hour' at Otaru Outlook – Exclusive Photo Wedding Plan for One Couple Per Day Available July to September
- Watabe Wedding Co., Ltd. announces the launch of a limited-time photo wedding plan, the 'Otaru Outlook Magic Hour Photo Plan,' available for booking from June 19, 2026. Filming will take place from July 1 to September 30, 2026, exclusively for one couple per day, capturing the enchanting 'magic hour' light at Sapporo's iconic Otaru Outlook.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 19, 2026
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Watabe Wedding Co., Ltd. announces the launch of a limited-time photo wedding plan, the 'Otaru Outlook Magic Hour Photo Plan,' available for booking from June 19, 2026. Filming will take place from July 1 to September 30, 2026, exclusively for one couple per day, capturing the enchanting 'magic hour' light at Sapporo's iconic Otaru Outlook.
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- June 19, 2026
Watabe Wedding Co., Ltd. announces the launch of a limited-time photo wedding plan, the 'Otaru Outlook Magic Hour Photo Plan,' available for booking from June 19, 2026. Filming will take place from July 1 to September 30, 2026, exclusively for one couple per day, capturing the enchanting 'magic hour' light at Sapporo's iconic Otaru Outlook.
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Watabe Wedding Co., Ltd. [Head Office: Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture; Representative Director and President: Hitoshi Kajima] will begin selling a new limited-time plan, the 'Otaru Outlook Magic Hour Photo Plan,' at Watabe Wedding Sapporo Photo Studio starting Friday, June 19, 2026. (Applications: June 19, 2026 (Fri) to July 31, 2026 (Fri) / Filming: July 1, 2026 (Wed) to September 30, 2026 (Wed))
The 'Sapporo Photo Studio' is located within the 'Sapporo Bran Birch Chapel' at Otaru Outlook, offering panoramic views of expansive hills and the cityscape of Sapporo—its prime location being its greatest appeal. The studio is popular year-round for location shoots that capture Hokkaido’s natural beauty: cherry blossoms and birch trees at Nakajima Park and Moerenuma Park in spring, green fields and lavender in Furano during summer, autumn foliage at the Nagayama Takejiro Residence, and snowy landscapes in winter. Additionally, photo weddings held in the grand chapel allow couples to enjoy a special photoshoot in a stunning space featuring a marble aisle and beautiful stained-glass windows.
Responding to customer requests for a unique wedding photo experience amidst Hokkaido’s majestic scenery, Sapporo Photo Studio is now launching the 'Otaru Outlook Magic Hour Photo Plan,' set against the backdrop of Otaru Outlook. Couples can capture their beautiful, one-of-a-kind memories enveloped in the magical, dreamlike light of the 'magic hour'—a fleeting moment that occurs only during this season at sunset.
This plan will be available for filming from July to September, limited to one couple per day, and offers a variety of packages ranging from outdoor-only shoots to combinations with traditional Japanese attire, studio sessions, and chapel photography.
Moving forward, the company will continue to provide diverse photo services tailored to meet the growing demand for photo weddings and evolving customer needs.
Details of the 'Otaru Outlook Magic Hour Photo Plan'
■ Sales Start: From Friday, June 19, 2026
■ Application Period: Until Friday, July 31, 2026
■ Filming Period: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 – Wednesday, September 30, 2026 (Limited to one couple per day)
■ Duration: Approximately 4 hours
■ Photo Data: All photos delivered
■ Plans:
① Otaru Outlook Magic Hour Photo Plan ¥129,000 (Tax included: ¥141,900)
Bride’s attire: 1 Western outfit / Groom’s attire: 1 Western outfit / Accessories / Bride’s hair and makeup / Bride and groom dressing
Bouquet and boutonniere / Beauty attendant / All photo data (80+ shots)
② Otaru Outlook Magic Hour + Studio Photo Plan ¥150,000 (Tax included: ¥165,000)
Bride’s attire: 2 outfits (Japanese and Western) / Groom’s attire: 2 outfits (Japanese and Western) / Accessories / Bride’s hair and makeup / Bride and groom dressing
Bouquet and boutonniere / Beauty attendant / All photo data (150+ shots)
③ Otaru Outlook Magic Hour + Bran Birch Chapel Photo Plan ¥179,000 (Tax included: ¥196,900)
Bride’s attire: 1 Western outfit / Groom’s attire: 1 Western outfit / Accessories / Bride’s hair and makeup / Bride and groom dressing
Bouquet and boutonniere / Beauty attendant / All photo data (150+ shots)
④ Otaru Outlook Magic Hour + Bran Birch Chapel + Studio Photo Plan
¥203,000 (Tax included: ¥223,300)
Bride’s attire: 3 outfits (Japanese and Western) / Groom’s attire: 2 outfits (Japanese and Western) / Accessories / Bride’s hair and makeup / Bride and groom dressing
Bouquet and boutonniere / Beauty attendant / All photo data (150+ shots)
[Common Notes]
※ Venue usage fee and sunset photography at Otaru Outlook are included in the plan
※ An additional ¥22,000 (tax included) is required for filming on weekends and holidays
※ Attire fitting must be completed at Sapporo Photo Studio by the day before the shoot
※ For plans that include only Western attire, an additional ¥11,000 (tax included) is required if Japanese attire is desired
※ Filming will take place in the late afternoon to around sunset (timing may vary by season)
■ URL: https://www.watabe-wedding.co.jp/photo/campaign/15244/
※ For details, please visit the 'Otaru Outlook Magic Hour Photo Plan' website.
Overview of 'Watabe Wedding Sapporo Photo Studio'
■ Address: 1 Otaru, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 062-0045 (Inside Otaru Outlook Bran Birch Chapel)
■ Business Hours: Weekdays 10:00–18:00 / Weekends and Holidays 10:00–18:00 (Closed on Tuesdays; Open on holidays)
■ Phone Number: 050-1702-1359
■ Access: Approximately 30 minutes by car from JR Sapporo Station
(Public transport: About 10 minutes by Chuo Bus bound for 'Otaru Outlook' from Fukuju Station on the Toho Subway Line)
■ Store URL: https://www.watabe-wedding.co.jp/photo/shop/sapporo/
※ For details, please visit the 'Watabe Wedding Sapporo Photo Studio' website
※ The chapel is located within Otaru Outlook; admission fee applies for general visitors
Customers visiting Otaru Outlook for photo weddings are exempt from the admission fee
Please inform the staff upon arrival that you are here for a 'photo wedding'
Watabe Wedding’s photo studios leverage over 70 years of expertise in the bridal industry and a track record of supporting more than 1 million couples through resort and photo weddings, offering diverse photo services across 16 locations nationwide.
The studios provide photogenic backdrops and natural-light photography, as well as location shoots at chapels, shrines, and scenic natural landscapes throughout the seasons.
Leveraging its history originating from a bridal fashion store, the company offers extensive selections of both Western dresses and traditional Japanese attire. By managing the entire process from photography to album production, it delivers high-quality visuals and a cohesive aesthetic.
In recent years, amid rising demand for small-scale weddings and photo weddings, the company provides tailored photo experiences that align with diverse lifestyles and needs—such as commemorating anniversaries or capturing moments with family and pets—helping people preserve life’s milestones through photography.
FAQ
What is the 'magic hour' for photography?
The brief period after sunset when the sky is bathed in soft, warm light—ideal for dreamy, high-quality photos.
Can we wear traditional Japanese attire?
Yes, but an additional fee of ¥11,000 (tax included) applies for kimono in Western-only plans. Kimono-inclusive plans are also available.
How will we receive the photo data?
All photos (80–150+ shots) are delivered digitally in high resolution, perfect for sharing on social media.
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