Preparations for Shichi-Go-San are beginning across the country ahead of the main autumn season.
However, in recent years, with separate arrangements for kimono rental, beauty salons, photo studios, and shrine visits, many families find themselves rushing through a day from morning to evening.
Amidst this, a new Shichi-Go-San style in Ise City, Mie Prefecture, where "kimono, photoshoot, and shrine visit" can be completed in a single day, is gaining attention.
Our studio is located right in front of Sarutahiko Shrine, offering a wide selection of kimonos, especially antique ones.
One such option is the **"torch Sarutahiko Shrine Mae Store" shrine visit photo studio**, located about a 1-minute walk from Sarutahiko Shrine.
Since kimono rental, dressing, hairstyling, studio photography, and shrine visits can all be done in one place, it reduces the burden of travel for families with small children, allowing them to enjoy Shichi-Go-San at a relaxed pace.
After the photoshoot, you can proceed directly to Sarutahiko Shrine for your visit in your kimono.
Furthermore, its location is also a highlight, being about a 10-minute walk from Ise Grand Shrine (Geku) and Okage Yokocho, allowing you to combine your Shichi-Go-San celebration with sightseeing in Ise.
Reduce preparations, increase memories.
This day celebrating your child's growth is a special one for the whole family.
However, in reality, with preparations, beauty salon appointments, photoshoots at studios, and shrine visits, the day can often pass by in a blur of travel.
How you spend the day is up to each family.
Some wish to create a special day with ample time,
while others feel, "It's enough if we can celebrate happily as a family."
The "Shrine Visit Photo Studio" was created for families who want to enjoy shrine visits and Shichi-Go-San more casually.
Kimono, photoshoot, and shrine visit, all completed in one day.
We propose a day that reduces the burden of preparation and travel, allowing you to cherish the time spent with your child.
The plan includes:
- Antique kimono rental - Dressing - Hair styling - Basic makeup - Studio photoshoot - Photoshoot data - Approximately 120 minutes for shrine visit - Luggage storage
Families can come empty-handed, and after getting ready and finishing the photoshoot, they can head directly to the shrine.
After the photoshoot, visit the shrine in your kimono.
Creating memories not just from photos, but from the day itself.
It doesn't end with the studio photoshoot.
Walking the approach in a kimono.
Praying together as a family.
Strolling through Okage Yokocho.
Your child walking with a hint of pride.
Moments that don't fit into photographs also become irreplaceable memories for the family.
Clear pricing for peace of mind.
Prices are as quoted beforehand.
No additional charges on the day, and no sales pressure after the photoshoot.
More time for family, less time for choosing photos.
We value a Shichi-Go-San experience that leaves you thinking, "It was a good day," on your way home.
Fun photoshoots while playing with staff.
We also have staff with childcare qualifications.
Small children have their own pace.
Unfamiliar kimono.
New place.
Shyness.
Crying days.
At torch, we have staff with childcare qualifications who support children from preparation to photoshoot, by understanding each child's feelings.
Over 80% of our families are repeat customers.
From baby's first shrine visit, to Shichi-Go-San, Half-Coming-of-Age ceremonies, and graduations.
We continue to watch over your family's journey through photos at each milestone.
Currently, over 80% of our families are repeat customers.
Customer Testimonials
Here are some comments from families who have used our services:
"It was right in front of the shrine, so we could go for our visit immediately after the photoshoot, which was very smooth."
"My child was fussy, but they were very kind and supportive throughout, allowing us to capture natural smiles."
"Even though it was over an hour's drive from our home, it was a day worth it."
Enjoy Shichi-Go-San Year-Round
Shichi-Go-San is not just for autumn.
In recent years, pre-shoots in spring, which allow for a more relaxed photoshoot away from the crowds, are also popular.
In January, combine your first shrine visit with a kimono and a trip to Ise Grand Shrine or Sarutahiko Shrine.
In February-March, celebrate your first seasonal festival or enjoy cherry blossom viewing in kimono.
In April-May, during the beautiful new green season, some families enjoy location photoshoots around Ise Grand Shrine, meeting the photographer on-site.
We also hold seasonal campaigns in the summer.
Autumn is the Shichi-Go-San season, so shrines and surrounding areas get very crowded.
Therefore, more families are choosing to enjoy their photoshoots at a leisurely pace in spring or summer.
Kimono rental is also available separately.
You can enjoy Shichi-Go-San throughout the year, according to your family's schedule and preferences.
Representative's Comment
My name is T mio Soeda, Representative of torch LLC.
"Shichi-Go-San is an important day to celebrate a child's growth.
I want it to be a day where we can say, 'Congratulations' to every child.
But on the other hand, for parents, it can often be a day that passes by in a rush with kimono preparations, beauty salons, photo studios, and shrine visits.
How you spend the day is up to each family.
Shichi-Go-San celebrated with ample time is wonderful.
But I believe there are also families who feel it's enough to celebrate as a family if preparations and travel are kept as simple as possible.
We want to be the photo studio chosen by such families.
What we value is a day where the child can spend it true to themselves, rather than a 'proper' Shichi-Go-San.
Even a slightly shy smile, or the time spent crying, are memories unique to that day.
By completing the kimono, photoshoot, and shrine visit all in one day, we hope to increase the time families spend together.
On the way home,
'It was a good day.'
We want to continue delivering days that make you feel that way."
torch Sarutahiko Shrine Mae Store
We offer kimono photoshoots to celebrate milestones for children and families, including baby's first shrine visit, Shichi-Go-San, Half-Coming-of-Age ceremonies, and graduations.
Approximately 1 minute walk from Sarutahiko Shrine.
After the photoshoot, visit Sarutahiko Shrine in your kimono.
Additionally, you can enjoy a walk to Ise Grand Shrine (Geku) and Okage Yokocho.
We assist in making your family's important day special as an "Omairi Shashinkan" (Shrine Visit Photo Studio) where kimono rental, dressing, hairstyling, photoshoot, and shrine visit can be completed in one day.
torch Sarutahiko Shrine Mae Store
torch Ise Jingu Mae Store
A small private photo studio located in a retro building overlooking Ise Grand Shrine.
As a casual photo studio for everyday occasions like family photos, baby's first shrine visit, birthdays, and entrance ceremonies, you can enjoy quick and easy photoshoots without waiting.
With a simple background, we capture your child's natural expressions.
We deliver natural, unadorned shots.
torch Ise Jingu Mae Store
For International Visitors
English support is available.
Visitors from overseas are also welcome.
We offer kimono rental, dressing, photography, and shrine visits in Ise, Japan.
Reservations and inquiries are available via our Instagram.
torch Sarutahiko Shrine Mae Store
Inquiries
Reservations and Inquiries (Official LINE) https://lin.ee/wTM9Nza
Inquiries regarding coverage and features E-mail: torchkeiri@gmail.com
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Company Profile
Company Name torch LLC
Location 3-5-21 Ujiurata, Ise City, Mie Prefecture, 516-0026
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