KIMONO & YUKATA RENTALS · Japan
Dressing properly takes help and about half an hour. These 15 cover Kyoto strolls, tea pairings and studio portraits, with prices, dressing time and what is included right down to the sandals.
Kyoto kimono tea ceremony in Nishiki with matcha and wagashi, kimono and simple hair styling included, small group, 1.5 hours.
“Everything was perfect! Great experience in central Kyoto with small group of people! I would recommend.”
Rent a kimono near Kiyomizu-dera with hairstyling, accessories, and local photo tips. Daylong outfit for about $21.
“The staff was friendly and the kimonos were of good quality The shop is also very close to major shrines and hence we can wear it and roam around those shrines/temples. Thus makes the experience more special”
Dress in a kimono in Asakusa and make matcha with a tea master, plus snacks and photo time near Senso-ji.
“I didn't expect such a beautiful ceremony. From the check-in to the women dressing us in kimono and doing our hair, every part of the experience was wonderful. The ceremony of making matcha and the meaning behind it added to the charm. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Tokyo.”
Osaka sumo show with hands-on bouts, kimono haori dressing, wrestler photos, and optional chanko nabe hot pot at Ochiizumibeya.
“This was so much fun! The demonstrations were really engaging and interesting, learning about the training, techniques etc. There was then a tournament between the wrestlers, which was also excellent. The best part was then being invited up to give it a go ourselves, which was hilarious! If you have kids, they will absolutely love this part and the wrestlers are so funny, the whole crowd was in stitches! One of the really great parts is that the experience is set up by an ex-Sumo, as a way for other former wrestlers to earn a living after retirement. We didn’t eat so can’t comment on the food but it looked…”
Tokyo Yanaka kimono dressing, etiquette walk, and shrine photography with real silk options, guided poses, and beautiful iPhone 14 Pro photos.
“The tour was amazing. The walk to the shrine and being able to participate in shrine traditional prayer was great. The scenery was excellent for photos which turned out very well.”
Kyoto kimono tea ceremony near Imamiya Jinja, with hair styling, a tea master with 30 years experience, and hands-on matcha brewing.
“Highly recommend. I did this with my family because my grandmother has always wanted to do a traditional tea ceremony. We were all able to dress in beautiful Kimono's, they styled our hair, helped us take pictures, and then led a grRead more”
Step into a 140-year-old machiya in Kyoto for silk kimono dressing and a traditional tea ceremony, plus serious photo time.
“Our guides/hosts were amazing, friendly and fun. We were able to get dressed up in Kimonos. The house and inside gardens were an amazing backdrop for pictures. We toured the house and enjoyed a truely special tea ceremony.”
Kyoto kimono rental near Gojo Station with expert dressing, lots of classic to modern styles, and optional hair or photos for about $25.
“Very fun to get dressed up. The workers were helpful and the hair dresser was very talented.”
Choose and tailor a vintage kimono in Tokyo, get a free obi rental, learn how to wear it, and leave with your own outfit.
“You will arrive at a ladies home in the older district. At first, you’ll think your loss not in the right place, but you are. They have preowned kimonos that you can choose from and then they cut it to fit you and you help them tape up your seam, Read more”
Kyoto kimono tea ceremony with English guidance, hands-on matcha whisking, and seasonal wagashi in a peaceful tea room.
“Very good activity! The place of the tea ceremony is beautiful, the guides are really friendly and very patientwith all of us! Recommend it!”
Tokyo near Shinjuku: wear an easy kimono, learn Teaism and tea ceremony, taste first flush matcha, then make your own bowl at home.
“The whole experience was amazing. Our facilitator Komei was very knowledgeable and easy going making our experience more memorable. Wearing the kimono's was a highlight as well. Komei took great photographs of our group. We all enjoyed our afternoon. Highly recommend. 5 stars !!”
Osaka tea ceremony with kimono dressing and guided Japanese calligraphy, plus matcha and sweets in a small group near Tanimachi.
“My wife and I felt immersed and a part of the Japanese culture from this activity. Our guide and teacher Nokko-san is phenomenal. She is a very patient and encouraging teacher during our calligraphy session. And throughout all the sessions (kimono fitting, calligraphy drawing, and tea ceremony) Nikki-san is very knowledgeable and insightful. I would recommend to anyone that really wants to dive right into the Japanese culture and tradition.”
Dress in a Kyoto kimono, learn tea ceremony in English, make matcha, and get 3 pro photos in 90 minutes.
“Was an amazing experience from start to finish. Attention to detail on being dressed in a kimono of your choice through to learning about cleansing & blessing the tea was so interesting. Professional photos taken along with being able to go outside dressed if you wanted to return 6pm latest. Would totally recommend this experience ! Arigato”
Wear a kimono and learn matcha in Miyajima at Tokuju-ji. Small-group tea ceremony, sweets, and garden photo time, about 1 hour.
“The staff was very kind!!! They explain a lot of the tea ceremony and culture and are very interactive with guests and very knowledgeable about any questions you have. Also, they allow you to take photos and take photos of you during the cerRead more”
Kimono dressing, matcha tea, and calligraphy at Tokujuji on Miyajima. Small group, photo help, clear explanations, 1.5 hours.
“What a great experience, ladies were lovely and really helpful. Would recommend as this was very different,”
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