Guests in traditional kimonos walking in a Kyoto street after visiting a kimono rental.
Guest in kimono with purple parasol at Kyoto Kimono Rental.
Women in kimonos enjoying autumn foliage in Gion, Kyoto.
Guests in kimonos under cherry blossoms at Kyoto Kimono Rental.
Guests selecting kimonos at Kyoto Kimono Rental with colorful fabric display.
Guests in kimonos posing at Kyoto Kimono Rental, Japan.
Guests in kimonos smiling at Kyoto Kimono Rental.

Kimono and Yukata Rental Near Kiyomizu-dera (Gion) with Optional Hair Styling and Makeup

Kyoto
Heritage Experiences
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Duration

Duration: 2 hours

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Take your pick from over 500 kimonos and obi sashes, with styles to suit every mood—from timeless classics to modern prints. Once you’re dressed, enjoy a stroll to the nearby Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Plus-size options are available too.

Dress up at a 160-year-old Kyoto kimono shop, where expert stylists help you look and feel your best with traditional dressing techniques passed down through generations.

Choose from a breezy cotton yukata (perfect for summer), a classic polyester kimono, or upgrade to a premium silk kimono with elegant, heritage-style designs.

Want the full look? Opt for traditional hair and makeup styling during checkout to elevate your kimono experience.

Kimono rental & dressing for men, women & children

Standard polyester kimono with obi/premium silk kimono with obi/Summer Yukata with obi \[May to Sept\](as per option selected)

Storage for clothes & a handbag

Women's hairstyling/makeup (if add-on selected)

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Guests in traditional kimonos walking in a Kyoto street after visiting a kimono rental.

Start your day at a 160-year-old rental shop in Kyoto, just a 3-minute walk from Gojo Station. Choose from over 500 kimono and obi sash combinations—ranging from classic styles to modern prints—and get dressed by trained staff using traditional techniques. Whether you go for a lightweight cotton yukata for summer or upgrade to a premium silk kimono, there’s something for every style and body type.

What to expect

Once you're dressed, head out to explore Kyoto’s charming streets—Kiyomizu-dera Temple and the historic Gion district are just a short walk away. You can enhance your look with optional hair and makeup add-ons at checkout or even capture the moment with an on-site photography service. The rental process takes about 1 to 1.5 hours, with a little extra time if you’ve booked hairstyling.

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Guest in kimono with purple parasol at Kyoto Kimono Rental.

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Women in kimonos enjoying autumn foliage in Gion, Kyoto.

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Guests in kimonos under cherry blossoms at Kyoto Kimono Rental.

What's not allowed

  • Smoking indoors is not allowed

  • Shoes indoors are not allowed

  • Video recording is prohibited

  • Photography inside is not allowed

  • Strong fragrances are not allowed

Additional information

  • Men, women, and children can find traditional attire to suit their preferences on this experience.

  • Bring along your white socks as this helps to preserve the venue's cultural assets.

  • Bring your own T-shirt to change into or consider purchasing one at the venue.

  • Please avoid wearing tight-fitting clothing such as turtlenecks during the kimono experience.

  • Capture your memories with optional professional photography services available on-site.

  • The rental process takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, with additional time for hairstyling and makeup if selected.

  • The shop is conveniently located just a three-minute walk from Gojo Station, providing easy access to popular sightseeing spots like Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Gion district.

  • The add-on makeup is not a maiko/geiko makeup

Additional information

  • Men, women, and children can avail this experience and find traditional clothing that suits their taste.

  • The kimonos and other accessories must be returned before 5:30pm on the day of the rental.

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Guests selecting kimonos at Kyoto Kimono Rental with colorful fabric display.

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Guests in kimonos posing at Kyoto Kimono Rental, Japan.

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