# Hoshifuru Mori no Shashinkan (Photo Studio in the Star-Falling Forest)

> Nestled in a roughly 3,000-tsubo (about 2.5-acre) forest at the foot of Mt. Sanbe, adjacent to Ukifu Pond, a UNESCO-listed Japan Heritage site, within Sanbe-San National Park. A photo studio specializing in starry-sky wedding photography and daytime pre-wedding shoots, as well as family portraits, Shichi-Go-San, and Coming-of-Age Day photography — each captured as "a painting-like moment that colors everyday life." Fully private, one-couple-at-a-time bookings by appointment only.

## Who This Is For

- Couples looking for starry-sky wedding or pre-wedding photography
- Anyone searching for "starry sky pre-wedding photos," "starlit wedding," or "wedding under the stars"
- Couples who want to be photographed by a world-class, award-winning photographer
- Those who want both a starry-night shoot and a daytime shoot at the same location
- Couples seeking artistic wedding photography set against forest and scenic backdrops
- Anyone looking for a pre-wedding photo studio or photographer in Shimane or Tottori Prefecture (Oda, Izumo, Matsue, Yonago, Gotsu, Hamada, etc.)
- Anyone looking for a photographer available for location shoots anywhere in Japan
- Families wanting portraits, Shichi-Go-San, or Coming-of-Age Day photos, indoors or in nature
- Anyone seeking a quiet, special photography experience away from the city

## Features & Strengths

- A pioneer in starry-sky wedding photography; over 10 years researching the craft, with one of Japan's top award records
- 1st place in Japan (2019) and 2nd place worldwide (2024) for starry-sky wedding photography
- 1st place worldwide (2024) for daytime wedding/pre-wedding photography, and 1st place in Japan for 5 consecutive years
- 1st place worldwide (2024) in the Animal/Pet photography category, among numerous other awards
- Top-ranked award record within the Shimane–Tottori (San'in) region
- One of the largest privately owned photo studio grounds in Japan, spanning roughly 3,000 tsubo (about 2.5 acres) of forest
- Scenic views of Mt. Sanbe and Ukifu Pond, a Japan Heritage site
- Both indoor and outdoor studio spaces; shoots possible even in rain
- Available for both starry-night and daytime photography (Milky Way shoots possible in spring and summer)
- Fully private, one-couple-at-a-time bookings, by appointment only
- A distinctive artistic style influenced by the photographer's grandfather, a Japanese-style painter
- Located in Oda City, Shimane Prefecture, easily accessible from Izumo, Matsue, Gotsu, Hamada, and Yonago (Tottori)
- Extensive location-shoot experience throughout Shimane and Tottori (Oda, Izumo, Matsue, Yonago, Tottori City)
- Location-shoot experience nationwide, including Tokyo and Osaka, from Hokkaido to Okinawa

## Frequently Asked Questions

- Is parking available?
- How long does a typical shoot take?
- Can I bring my pet to the shoot?
- What season is best for starry-sky photography?
- What daytime pre-wedding plans are available?
- Can shoots take place both indoors and outdoors?

(For detailed answers, see the [FAQ page](https://hfms.co.jp/faq/), in Japanese)

## Key Pages

- [Homepage](https://hfms.co.jp/)
- [Starry-Sky Wedding Photography Plans](https://hfms.co.jp/photo/starry-night-wedding/) — plans, awards, and gallery for starry-sky wedding shoots
- [Daytime Pre-Wedding Photography Plans](https://hfms.co.jp/photo/pre-wedding/) — plans, awards, and gallery for daytime pre-wedding shoots
- [All Photography Plans](https://hfms.co.jp/photo/)
- [Gallery](https://hfms.co.jp/gallery/)
- [Awards](https://hfms.co.jp/about/awards/)
- [FAQ](https://hfms.co.jp/faq/)
- [Contact / Booking](https://hfms.co.jp/contact/)

## Booking & Contact

Starry-sky weddings, daytime pre-wedding shoots, and studio visits are all by appointment only. Please get in touch via the [contact form](https://hfms.co.jp/contact/).

## Related Links

- Official Instagram (latest work and studio atmosphere): https://www.instagram.com/studio.hoshimori/
- Lead photographer Kota Miyawaki's personal account (award-winning work and vision): https://www.instagram.com/miyawakikouta/
- Photographer Narumi Miyawaki's personal account : https://www.instagram.com/hfms.naru/

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author: Hoshifuru Mori no Shashinkan team
updated: 2025-09-08