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Kyoto Kimono Rental
Kyoto Kimono Rental
Wear a traditional kimono and stroll through Gion, Kiyomizu-dera, and the old lanes of Kyoto. Enjoy Kyoto time that is yours.
Why wear a kimono when you come to Kyoto?
Kyoto is a city made for slow walks. Old streets on stone slopes, wooden machiya, and vermilion torii make every step feel like a painting. In a kimono, those ordinary lanes take on another air. When the hem brushes the stones, you become part of the Kyoto scenery.
From lively Gion to busy Kiyomizu-dera, from the winding stone steps of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka to the tall Yasaka Pagoda, old buildings and the lines of a kimono suit each other. A slow walk along the Kamo River, or a train ride to Fushimi Inari where vermilion torii stretch on in rows, is a scene that stays with you.
A kimono is not only clothing. It is a way of stepping into Kyoto. Change into something that fits the city, slow your pace, and feel your own Kyoto time in the everyday rhythm of the old capital.
Why choose Kimono Kyoto
Many kimono styles
Traditional, fresh, vintage, lace, furisode, and other styles are available. Choose what you like.
Popular places in Kyoto
Look at popular photo spots such as Gion, Kiyomizu-dera, and the Kamo River, and choose a view you like.
Photography partnership
Kimono travel photo shoots and portraits can be booked separately. They are provided by the independent photography site JLP PHOTO.
Free inquiry
If you are unsure about the style or the route, start with a free inquiry. We will help you decide.
Book online
Submit it on the booking inquiry page, or contact us on WeChat, LINE, or Xiaohongshu.
Explore Kimono Kyoto
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Recommended places
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Recommended routes
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Kimono styles
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Guide pages
Popular kimono rental plans
Kyoto Experience Plan
¥2,980 / person (tax included)
A basic experience plan. Applicable styles, bookable dates, and what is included need staff confirmation. Before you book, please check the styles you can choose and what the service actually includes.
Ladies Basic Kimono Plan
¥3,980 / person (tax included)
Couple Kimono Plan
¥7,980 / 2 people (tax included)
The prices above are reference prices (tax included). Peak dates, special sizes, specific styles, photography, hair styling, and add-on services need staff confirmation.
What does a rental plan include?
Ladies Kimono
Men's Kimono
Obi
Zori
Bag
Basic dressing service
Kimono rental steps
01
Choose a plan
02
Book online
03
Choose a kimono and get dressed in the shop
04
Sightsee in Kyoto in kimono
Rental notes
Booking ahead is recommended
Please return it on time
Keep the kimono tidy
Ask us about rainy days
Kimono rental × Kyoto photo shoots
After you are dressed in kimono, you can also book a professional photographer in Gion, at Yasaka Pagoda, on Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, and in other Kyoto neighborhoods.
View photographyPopular photo spots
Kiyomizu-dera
Look out over the Kyoto city view, where the stage meets autumn leaves and cherry blossoms.
Gion
Machiya and traditional restaurants line the streets. A classic night scene.
Ninenzaka
A stone-paved slope and long-established shops. A good place to stroll in kimono.
Sannenzaka
Winding steps and old buildings. Every corner is a view.
Yasaka Pagoda
A tall temple pagoda and old streets. A photo spot with a distinctive composition.
Arashiyama
Bamboo groves and Togetsukyo Bridge. A fresh, natural place for kimono photos.
FAQ
Reference prices are published on the plan page. The actual cost follows staff confirmation. You can choose plans and add-ons to fit what you need.
Kimono is usually more formal, with more layers, and suits all seasons. Yukata is lighter and suited to summer, and is common at fireworks and night markets. See the kimono styles page for the differences.
Start with the how-to-choose page, then pick a style and route from the season, your budget, and the number of people. If you are unsure, send a booking inquiry and we will help you decide.
Yes. Couples can use the couple kimono page, choose similar colors or a contrast, and also arrange couple portraits.
Some plans can include hair styling. Whether it is included depends on the plan and on staff confirmation. Please mention it when you inquire.
Yes. Yukata rental is available in summer. It is light and breathable, and suits fireworks and walks along the Kamo River.
Yes. Photography is provided by the independent photography site JLP PHOTO. See the gallery for reference. Dates and arrangements are confirmed separately.
Submit the form on the booking inquiry page, or contact us on WeChat, LINE, or Xiaohongshu. After we receive it, we will confirm the details with you.
On rainy days, watch for a wet kimono and slippery ground. Any change of time or place will be discussed and confirmed with you.
Whether there is a same-day opening depends on shop arrangements. Booking early is recommended. You can send an inquiry first to check if today can be arranged.
Ready to start your Kyoto kimono experience?
Look at plans and the gallery first, or read the guide, then send a booking inquiry to plan your Kyoto trip.