Tokyo Photo Walk & Step Challenge

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Tokyo, JP

585 members · Public group

What we’re about

Do you love photography, long walks, and discovering hidden corners of Tokyo? Or maybe you're looking to stay active, challenge yourself to hit those elusive 10,000 steps, or even lose a little weight—without the boredom of gym workouts?

Welcome to Tokyo Photo Walk & Step Challenge!

Each meetup, we'll pick two stations—like Kichijoji to Shimokitazawa—and take a long, scenic stroll between them, stopping to take interesting photos along the way. It's a relaxed, supportive, and fun way to trick ourselves into moving more while exploring the city together. All skill levels and fitness levels welcome!

Join us to walk, snap photos, and stay motivated.

### 📷 Group Guidelines & Etiquette

Friendly & Respectful
Let's keep our walks welcoming for everyone! Be respectful, friendly, and considerate of fellow walkers.
Comfort First, Photography Second
This isn't a photography competition—it's about enjoying the walk and casually snapping photos. All skill levels welcome, from pro camera gear to smartphone-only.
Prepare for Walking
Expect to walk around 10,000 steps each time. Wear comfortable shoes, bring water, sunscreen, or whatever you need to stay comfortable and safe.
No Rush, No Pressure
We'll walk at a casual pace, but ensure you're comfortable walking a longer distance. Let’s stick together and not leave anyone behind.
Casual Photography
We're here to walk first and snap photos second. At random spots, we'll spend just a few minutes (around 3 minutes max) to take quick, casual photos. For special locations like temples or photo-worthy sites, we'll slow down and spend a bit longer like an hour or 2, depending on the location.

Upcoming events

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🚶‍♂️ Weeknight 📷 PhotoWalk (Marunouchi Line) : Ogikubo → ? (7~10km)
Wed, Jan 14 · 7:00 PM JST
荻窪駅北口広場 Ogikubo Station North Exit Square, 1 Chome-7-2 Kamiogi, Suginami City, Tokyo 167-0043, Tokyo, JP
日本語は下です。

Looking for an easy, social way to get some steps in after work — without the heat?

Join us for a weekday night walk following the Marunouchi Line from Ogikubo until we get really tired. The focus is on moving, chatting, and enjoying a relaxed evening pace, but some of us will bring camera.

🗓️ Plan

Meet: 7:00 PM in front of 荻窪駅北口広場 Ogikubo Station North Exit Square

Distance: 7~10 km (about 2 hours at a steady pace)

Pace: Comfortable walking pace — not a race, but not a stroll either

After: Optional drink or snack at Izakaya, cafe or bar for those who want to hang out

📌Important notes
- Join our LINE group for live updates, route previews, photo sharing, and more!
- Focus is on walking for health, fitness, and conversation.
- We might stop to take a few photos, but this is not a photography-focused event.
- If we find interesting areas, we can take detours.
- If you know a photogenic spot, suggest it — we decide our route together in a democratic way. I’m a facilitator, not a leader.
- Please wear comfortable shoes and bring water.
- This is a casual meetup of like-minded people. You’ll receive a friendly welcome, but this is not a guided tour or a customer-host relationship.
- You are free to join or leave anytime, but please let us know if you’ll be late.
- We generally wait 10 minutes for late arrivals.
- Check out my other upcoming events — I usually plan months ahead for perfect seasonal moments like cherry blossoms 🌸, autumn leaves 🍂, and more.
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丸の内線に沿って、荻窪駅から「もう疲れた！」と思うところまで一緒に歩きませんか？

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### 🗓️ プラン
- 集合: 19:00 荻窪駅前の荻窪駅北口広場 Ogikubo Station North Exit Square
- 距離: 約7〜10km（2時間ほど、一定のペースで）
- ペース: 速すぎず遅すぎない、快適なウォーキングペース
- 終了後: 希望者は巣鴨で軽く飲み物やスナックを楽しみましょう
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### 📌 注意事項
- LINEグループに参加して、最新情報、ルートのプレビュー、写真のシェアなどをチェックしてください。
- 健康・フィットネス・会話を目的としたウォーキングです。
- 途中で少し写真を撮ることもあるかもしれませんが、写真メインのイベントではありません。
- 面白そうなエリアを見つけたら、寄り道することもあります。
- フォトジェニックなスポットを知っていたらぜひ提案してください。ルートはみんなで民主的に決めます。私はリーダーではなく、ファシリテーターです。
- 歩きやすい靴と水をご用意ください。
- これは気の合う仲間が集まるカジュアルなミートアップです。歓迎はしますが、ガイドツアーや主催者とお客様という関係ではありません。
- 途中参加や途中離脱も自由ですが、遅れる場合は一言お知らせください。
- 遅刻者はだいたい10分程度は待ちます。
- 他のイベントもぜひチェックしてください。桜🌸や紅葉🍂など、季節に合わせたベストなタイミングで何ヶ月も前から計画しています。
9 attendees
📸 Experimental Photowalk: One Technique, One Night
Wed, Jan 28 · 7:00 PM JST
Location not specified yet
Technique #1: Zoom Burst
I’m trying a new photowalk format.

Instead of walking long distances, we’ll focus on one photography technique per event and experiment together. For the first session, the theme is Zoom Burst.

We’ll create an Instagram group DM where everyone shares their shots from the night.

### 🗓 Event Outline
- Area: Shibuya
- Meeting time: 7:00 PM
- Meeting point: Cafe Veloce (about a 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station, slightly away from the busiest areas)
- Wrap-up: 9:00 PM
- After: Drinks / izakaya nearby for anyone who wants to join
This isn’t a long walk (definitely not 7km). If the group gets large, we’ll split into smaller groups so it’s easier to move around—especially in busy areas like Shibuya. We’ll regroup at the original meeting point at the end.

### 📷 Shooting Rules (Very Loose)
- You’re free to take any photos you want
- But please try the Zoom Burst technique
- Share your Zoom Burst shots in the Instagram group DM
No pressure, no competition—just experimenting, learning, and seeing how differently everyone approaches the same technique.
If this works well, we’ll keep the format and change the technique each time.

⚠️ Important Note (Please Read)

This is not a photography lesson or workshop.
Please learn how to do a Zoom Burst with your own camera in advance.
We won’t be teaching camera settings or how to execute the technique during the event.
The goal is to practice, experiment, and compare results, not instruction.
8 attendees
📸 Experimental Photowalk: One Technique, One Night
Wed, Feb 4 · 7:00 PM JST
Location not specified yet
Technique #2: Portrait / Model Shoot

I want to try another format focused on shooting people instead of places.
This time, the theme is a model photoshoot. We don’t have a fixed model, so models are welcome. If we find someone who wants to be a model, great.

If not, we’ll model for each other. As with the other events, this is about practicing and experimenting, not running a formal shoot.
We’ll create an Instagram group DM and share photos from the session there.

### ⚠️ Important Note

This is not a photography lesson or workshop.
Please make sure you already know how to use your camera and basic portrait settings.
There will be no technical instruction during the event.

### 🗓 Event Outline
- Meeting point: Cafe Veloce (about a 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station, slightly away from the busiest areas)
- Wrap-up: 9:00 PM
- After: Drinks / izakaya nearby for anyone who wants to join
This isn’t a long walk (definitely not 7km). If the group gets large, we’ll split into smaller groups so it’s easier to move around—especially in busy areas like Shibuya. We’ll regroup at the original meeting point at the end.

### 📷 Shooting Rules (Very Loose)
- You’re free to take any photos you want
- But please try the Zoom Burst technique
- Share your Zoom Burst shots in the Instagram group DM
No pressure, no competition—just experimenting, learning, and seeing how differently everyone approaches the same technique.
If this works well, we’ll keep the format and change the technique each time.

⚠️ Important Note (Please Read)

This is not a photography lesson or workshop.
Please learn how to do a Zoom Burst with your own camera in advance.
We won’t be teaching camera settings or how to execute the technique during the event.
The goal is to practice, experiment, and compare results, not instruction.
3 attendees