5 minutes from Shibuya Station · For photographers and creators
Exclusive use · English on-site support · For private and commercial projects
Open every day from 10:00 to 20:00
The Studio
- Floor Area: 22㎡ (5.80 m × 3.80 m) · Ceiling Height: 2.20 m
- Natural light from three large windows: two facing south, one facing west, opening onto the balcony.
- The light changes with the season and the time of day; a visit before booking is welcome.
- The curtains dim the room but do not black it out.
- A private changing room that locks from the inside.
- Cleaned before every booking.
- The owner is on site for every booking: a hand with the lights and backdrop when you want it, and nobody in the room when you don’t.
- The bedroom, with a bed, a piano and a large south-facing window, is an optional add-on.
- Need a model? Rioka, the studio model, works with photographers who book here. Learn more
A Versatile Space
- Portrait Photography
- Fashion Photography
- Cosplay and Boudoir Photography
- Product Photography
- Video Productions
- Social Media Content (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok)
- Live Streaming
- Self-Shot
- Creator Content
- Fan Meeting Events
- Workshops
- Castings
Price List
Studio
¥6,000 / hour
Lighting kit
+ ¥1,000 / hour
White paper backdrop
+ ¥1,000 / hour
Bedroom
+ ¥2,000 / hour
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations made at least 24 hours before your booking time receive a 90% refund.
- Cancellations within 24 hours of the booking time are non-refundable.
Furniture and Amenities
Included in the rental fee
- Sofa
- Armchair
- Stool
- 4 chairs
- Dining table
- Coffee table
- Changing room with basin and mirror
- Full-length mirror (movable)
- Hanger rack
- Garment steamer
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth speaker
- Carpet: 2 m × 1.40 m
Paid Add-ons
Lighting Kit
+ ¥1,000 / hour
- 2 NANLITE FS-300C RGB LED lights
- 2 Light stands
- Softbox octagon: 90 cm
- Softbox rectangular: 30 cm × 120 cm
White Paper Backdrop
+ ¥1,000 / hour
- Width: 2.20 m
Bedroom
+ ¥2,000 / hour
- Queen size bed
- Piano
Studio Regulations
- Maximum 5 people at one time. Ceiling 2.2m, suited to models up to 185cm.
- Please do not wear shoes inside the studio or bring food, unless either is used as a prop for your shoot.
- To avoid scratching the floors, please ensure all your equipment has protective feet.
Reviews
JG was a great host! The studio was well-equipped and very clean. We highly recommend!
I rented the studio on its own. The owner’s service and the studio’s facilities were both excellent. On booking, for example, he arranged a date some way ahead for me over email. The studio is full of natural light, and having the shooting area and the changing room separate made it a comfortable place to spend the day. I would like to come back. Thank you very much.
JG was extremely helpful and friendly. The natural lighting was great! Love to rent it again!
Excellent service. Very welcoming environment. Would definitely book again!
My team and I used JG studio to film a behind-the-scenes promotional video for an anime we're producing in Tokyo. It was a great studio with an incredible staff. I hope to use JG studio again soon.
Been like a month already since I did my shoot in JG'S Studio. In hindsight I dont think I could have made a successful shoot if I chose a different studio. JG was providing me not just the studio room but also helping me out with all the support needed for my shoot. I would gladly book another session if I have a concept on his studio next time.
I loved talking with JG, a wonderful personality and very competent!
A fabulous studio with wonderful natural light, and conveniently placed minutes away from Shibuya Station. Jg is the perfect host-present when you need him, and leaving you to get on with your shoot if you don't. I know I'll be using the studio regularly in the future.
We used it as a green room during a shoot nearby. The service was courteous, and they kindly accommodated our various requests, which was a great help.
Commitment, Punctual, Wonderful Studios with very nice sunset view via balcony. 5-stars.
Great clean and spacious with a lot to work with. Wonderful simple studio and the owner is very helpful and courteous. Glad we have this in Tokyo now!
Booked this studio while visiting Tokyo. Absolutely loved the space! Very clean, lots of help from the owner. He allowed me to show up early to set things up for my model. Very nice of him to help me with setting up flash and the backdrop. Plenty of natural lighting a I made good use of the shadows beaming through the windows.
I rented the studio recently for a photoshoot. It was a great experience! The studio is well equipped, it has great natural light and there was additional lighting equipment I could use. JG was extremely kind, helped me setting up and made sure my model and I had everything we needed to make great photos. I will certainly use the studio again and I highly recommend it!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the studio and how do I get there?
In the Dogenzaka area of Shibuya. From the Hanzomon, Fukutoshin or Tokyu lines, take exit A0 and walk up Dogenzaka, about five minutes. From the JR lines, allow about ten minutes from the Hachiko exit. From the Keio Inokashira line, Shinsen Station is also about five minutes. The building is Sunmall Dogenzaka; take the elevator to the 7th floor and ring 701 on the intercom.
Is there parking, or a way to load heavy equipment?
There is no dedicated parking and no loading facility for heavy equipment. Paid car parks are available nearby.
Do you provide a photographer with the studio rental?
No. Studio rental is self-service, so you bring your own team. Photo sessions are a separate service, with their own pricing.
What languages do you support on site?
English, Japanese and French.
How many people can use the studio at once?
Five people maximum in the studio at one time.
Can I bring a companion or manager?
Yes, at no charge, within the five-person maximum.
Can I use the studio for commercial work?
Yes, at the same rate. There is no surcharge for commercial use.
Are there restrictions on what I can shoot?
No, as long as it is within the law. There is no restriction on how you use the resulting photos and video either.
What is the minimum booking time?
One hour.
What is included in the ¥6,000 hourly rate?
The studio itself, the changing room, balcony access, and all furniture. The lighting kit, white paper backdrop and bedroom are charged separately.
Is unplanned extra time possible?
Yes, if the studio is still free after your booking, in 30-minute increments. Each 30 minutes started will be billed.
Can I book outside 10:00 to 20:00?
Exceptionally, yes, by request only.
How and when do I pay?
By credit card, in advance, when you book.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancel at least 24 hours before your booking and you receive a 90% refund. Cancellations inside 24 hours are non-refundable.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes. 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, 60 Mbps down and 60 Mbps up.
Is there a restroom in the unit, and does the building have an elevator?
Yes to both.
Is the changing room a separate room, and does it lock?
Yes. It has its own door, which locks from the inside.
Can I use the studio for a group session with several models or photographers?
Yes. As long as no more than five people are in the room at one time, participants may come and go during the booking.
Can I visit before booking?
Yes.