PHOTOGRAPHY
Detour is your english-speaking Photography Solution in Japan
Why Choose US
ENGLISH-SPEAKING
We make communication easy. Our team is fluent in English and used to working with international clients, ensuring nothing gets lost in translation and your ideas are clearly understood from the first call to final delivery.
CONTENT That connects
We believe the most impactful images are rooted in real emotion. When the brief calls for it, we take a creative approach that prioritises feeling over superficial perfection, crafting visuals your audience can genuinely relate to.
Flexible crew
Whether it’s a full-scale campaign or a quick lifestyle session, we build the right crew for your needs. From lighting to styling, we scale our team to match your project’s size, pace, and ambition—without compromising quality.
PHOTOGRAPHY PROdUCTION PROCESS
Creative Brief & Concept Development
We start by understanding your brand’s visual history, budget, and objectives. From there, we craft a concept that brings your message to life, creates an emotional connection with your audience, and supports your business goals.
Proposal & Approval
We present the creative concept together with a detailed proposal outlining the scope of work, production timeline, and associated costs. This comprehensive overview ensures full alignment on the vision, resources, and deliverables before moving into production.
Pre-Production Planning
Once approved, we take care of all pre-production, including location scouting, model casting, crew coordination, and scheduling. Our Tokyo-based team ensures every detail is thoughtfully planned and executed.
PHOTOSHOOT
We tailor our crew to suit the specific needs of your project, whether it’s a full-scale commercial production or a lean, fast-paced social media shoot. From setup to wrap, we handle every detail on set to ensure a smooth, focused, and stress-free production experience.
POST-PRODUCTION & Delivery
Our studio takes care of editing, high-end retouching, and color correction to ensure your photos look their absolute best. We deliver the final images in all the formats you need, so you’re ready to launch across every platform.
PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
Tourism
Branded LifestYle
Portrait
FAQs
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We specialize in branded content, social media videos, interviews, product films, and short-form documentaries. Whether you're a startup or a global brand, we adapt to your goals and scale.
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Absolutely. We're happy to step in at any stage, from full production to just filming or post. Just let us know what’s already in place and we’ll handle the rest.
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Yes. We regularly work with international clients remotely. We keep communication smooth in English and handle everything on the ground in Japan for you.
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Costs depend on the scope, length, and complexity of the project. We’ll give you a clear, tailored estimate once we understand your needs. Please get in touch with us through the form below.
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Smaller projects are usually completed within a few weeks. If you only need us to step in for a specific and straightforward production or post-production task, turnaround can be just a few days. Larger campaigns naturally require more time. We always adapt to your timeline and give you a clear idea of what’s realistic from the start.
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Just send us a quick email with a few lines about your project. We’ll take it from there. No need to prepare a long brief. We’ll guide you through each step.