Reservations & Enquiries
* Please note that the times shown on the calendar are guidelines. The exact time will be confirmed and sent to you in our follow-up email.
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- ーFully Booked / Closed
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Booking Process
- 1Select your preferred date from the calendar.
- 2Fill in the required information in the form and submit.
- 3Your booking is complete once you receive a confirmation email from us.
Ruddy Kingfisher Booking Calendar
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Aizu Secret Base / Private Bird Photography Guide
Ruddy Kingfisher
Photography Guide
Photography Guide
A flash of deep crimson in the summer forest of Aizu.
The Ruddy Kingfisher — a rare summer visitor, heard before it is seen.
From within our secret hide, we guide you to that perfect moment.
The Ruddy Kingfisher — a rare summer visitor, heard before it is seen.
From within our secret hide, we guide you to that perfect moment.
Season: June — mid July · Aizu, Fukushima, Japan
| How to Book |
Please select your preferred date from the "◎" on the calendar below. When booking, please indicate either "Visit Our Studio" or "Pickup Requested". If you require pickup service, please also enter your hotel name in the message field. ※ Guests traveling to Aizu by private car are kindly requested to meet on site. |
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| Shooting Time |
Departure is approximately one hour before sunrise. The tour usually finishes around 10:00 AM, when Ruddy Kingfisher activity slows down. Sessions are available even in rainy weather — please bring rain gear. Detailed meeting information will be provided after your reservation. |
| Season |
Season opens in early June. Depending on nesting conditions, sessions run through approximately July 20th. ※ This is a limited summer season only. Early booking is recommended. |
| Walking Difficulty |
Moderate — A short walk through forest terrain is required. Please wear mud-resistant footwear and bring rain gear and gloves. Simple crampons are also recommended for added safety. |
| Pickup Area |
For guests using public transportation, pickup service is available from hotels in the following areas. 【Around Aizuwakamatsu Station】 ・Aizuwakamatsu Washington Hotel ・Ekimae Fujigrand Hotel ・Hotel Alpha-One ・Toyoko Inn, etc. 【Around Kitakata Station】 ・Garden Hotel Kitakata ・Green Hotel Kitakata, etc. |
| Guide Fee |
33,000 JPY per person (tax included)
Approx. USD $215 / EUR €200 (rates vary)
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| Chair Rental |
Special chairs adjusted for the hide are available for rental. They provide a more comfortable shooting posture during long sessions. Rental Fee: 1,000 JPY (tax included) |
| Tripod Rental |
Tripod sets are available for guests who: "do not usually use tripods" or "find large tripods difficult to carry." Rental Equipment Examples ・GITZO Series 5 equivalent + Sachtler SFB4 ・GITZO Series 5 + Sachtler SFB8 ・GITZO Series 3 + GITZO Gimbal Head ・Leofoto 324CEX + BV-10 Rental Fee: 6,000 JPY (tax included) |
First-Time Visitors / Solo Guests
Beginners are more than welcome.
All you need is the desire to photograph birds.
We'll help with gear and camera settings on the day.
Let's enjoy it together.
We'll help with gear and camera settings on the day.
Let's enjoy it together.
Small Group / Reservation Only
Shoot at your own pace.
No rushing — just quiet, patient waiting.
Small groups mean you can focus on the shot.
Let's share that perfect moment together.
Small groups mean you can focus on the shot.
Let's share that perfect moment together.