Ceremonial Occasions Spots in Japan

  • Yumeyakata Kyoto Kimono Rental Shop (Gojo Branch)
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Shimogyou-ku Manjujichou 128
    This kimono rental store is located in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto. You can rent kimono to wear while strolling about the sites in Kyoto, and they also rent out yukata and hakama. It is also possible to arrange a stylist and photographer to take professional photographs for casual sightseeing or even wedding ceremonies.
  • Rental Kimono Okamoto (Kiyomizudera Branch)
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Higashiyama-ku Kiyomizu 2-237-1-1
    Rental Kimono Okamoto is on the walk leading up to Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto's Higashiyama Ward. It is operated by Okamoto Textile Shop, a venerable business with a 180-year history. It stocks over 1,000 different kimono to choose from and even helps customers with putting on the kimono and styling their hair. Many foreign tourists who want to experience Japanese culture patronize this shop.
  • KIMONO rental Gion Nishiki (Gion Main Store)
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Higashiyama-ku Gionmachikitagawa 347 Furei Building 1F
    KIMONO rental Gion Nishiki (Gion Main Store) rents high quality kimonos at amazing prices. You can stroll from there through Kyoto to Yasaka Shrine or Kiyomizu-dera Temple while dressed up in kimono or yukata. Pros fit the kimono and do your hair and makeup to match, helping you make the most of your kimono sightseeing experience. A wide variety of kimono are available, including classic and retro patterns.
  • Gion Kyokagami Rental Kimono
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Higashiyama-ku Kiyomotochou 353-1 Hanami Alley Building 3F
    Gion Kyokagami Rental Kimono is located about two minutes' walk from Gion Shijo Station in Kyoto's Higashiyama Ward. There are a variety of options available, including one for couples. Customers may choose from a variety of colorful kimono, and the employees help with dressing and hair styling. Since the shop is near famous sightseeing areas, many Japanese and foreign tourists come with the intention of walking around in costume.
  • Kyoto Gionya
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Higashiyama-ku Gionmachiminamigawa 5842F
    A kimono rental shop a three minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station. Patrons can select their favorite from among some 300 kimonos together with a dedicated kimono advisor and, after having their hair and makeup performed by professionals, enjoy walking the streets of Kyoto. You can also bring your own kimono. Visitors staying at hotels inside Kyoto City can choose the “Rakuraku Course” and return their kimonos at their hotel front desk when they are done.
  • Shim (Asakusa kimono and yukata rentals)
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Tokyo Taitou-ku Asakusa 1-7-5
    A kimono and yukata rental and dressing shop located a five minute walk from Asakusa Station. All of the shop's rental kimonos are vintage items with fabulous patterns carefully selected by the staff. Whether you're having some fun with the girls, going on a date, or going on a little stroll through Asakusa, the staffs are ready to meet your needs and will dress you and style you so you look fashionable and attractive. Because you're renting and not buying, feel free to try bold colors and patterns, and you can come without needing to bring anything special on your part. Rentals can be returned by 8:00 p.m., giving you plenty of time to enjoy yourself. The shop's kimono plans include not only the kimono itself and obi belt but also accessories-you'll be all set! You can also borrow a haori or travelling coat for free in winter to keep warm.
  • Kimono Rental Miyajima Komachi
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Hiroshima Pref. Hatsukaichishi Miyajimaguchi 553-40
    At this kimono rental store in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, you can rent kimono and yukata before going sightseeing in Miyajima. Rentals include accessories so you don’t need to bring anything. They also offer kimono rentals for the coming of age ceremonies, New Year’s shrine visits, and graduations, as well as yukata for summer festivals and fireworks displays.
  • New Sunpia
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Gunma Pref. Takasakishi Shimanomachi 1333
    "This city complex resort with its collection of hotels, restaurants, multipurpose facilities, sports facilities and bathing facilities is located near the Kan'etsu Expressway Takasaki Interchange. It also has an outdoor pool, which is open for a limited time every summer. The pool's ""Dynamic W"" Water Slide has two types, one green, with a height of 16 meters and a length of 114 meters, and one blue, with a height of 12 meters and a length of 86 meters. Both slides have a height restriction of 120 centimeters. There is also a 200-meter wave pool and a children's pool, so families and friends can all enjoy the facility."
  • Studio Kokoro
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Ukyou-ku Sagatenryujisusukinobabachou 3-18B1
    A kimono and Japanese clothing rental shop and photo studio located a short distance north of the Togetsukyo Bridge traveling from Arashiyama Park's Nakanoshima Area. Customers can choose to only rent clothing and even have the option of wearing their rented outfit the whole day and returning it the following day. The shop offers professional photography either in its indoor studio or outdoors, and customers are free to take their own photos as well after their shoot is finished. The shop offers exciting plans including a Jusan Mairi (traditional shrine visit for 13 year olds) plan, maiko apprentice geisha plan, and oiran courtesan plan, and customers can get photos taken in the atmospheric oiran studio or outdoors at the Togetsukyo Bridge or nearby bamboo forest.
  • Antique Kimonos KIRUKIRU
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Ehime Matsuyama-shi Okaido 3-2-8
    This antique kimono shop is located on Matsuyama Ropeway Shopping Street in Okaido 3-Chome, Matsuyama City. It sells antique kimonos from the Taisho to mid-Showa periods as well as secondhand kimonos. It also offers a kimono and yukata rental service that includes a professional fitting and all the accessories you need.
  • JIDAIYA
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Sagatenryujitateishicho 4-10
    This studio established in 1995 offers people the opportunity to completely transform themselves with gorgeous costumes just like an actress. It has earned a reputation for its authentic costumes and its high technical prowess. Some of the studio's many costume options include maiko attire, Heian-era dress, courtesan garb, and a variety of men's costumes. There are also fun options for couples such as dressing up as a maiko and a Shinsengumi member, or as a princess and a samurai lord. There are even packages for school trips and children.
  • Shinsengumi Clothing Rental Makotoya
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Nakagyo-ku Mibutsujimachi 45-7
    This clothing rental shop is near Mibu-dera Temple where was included a former base of the Shinsengumi. They offer rentals of the trademark Shinsengumi pale-blue haori coats, black director's uniforms, and Ryoma Sakamoto kimonos with crest. All costumes are high quality and made in the Mibusato workshop. The realistic feeling of the heavy cloth sleeves and hems fluttering in the wind is quite a hit. There are a number of spots near the shop connected to the Shinsengumi, like Yagitei station, Koen-ji Temple, and the old Maekawa manor. A hit course is going for a stroll in your outfit after your photo session is over.
  • Rental Kimono & Maiko Experience Maikozaka
    Travel / Tourism
    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Fushimi-ku Fukakusainarionmaecho 76
    This kimono rental shop one minute's walk from Inari Station, marked out by the Maiko sign. It's perfectly located, right in front of Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine, and offers an authentic Maiko experience. All you need to bring is your own makeup to reapply after your experience is over. The experience includes authentic Japanese makeup as used by maiko and geiko, such as hair pomade, face-white, water-soluble lipstick, and more. Once you put on the Kimono and hair decorations of your choice, you can have your portrait taken in the studio or go out for a Kyoto walk. They also offer rentals of light kimonos, yukata robes, and Shinsengumi outfits.
  • Otome no Kimono
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Hokkaido Otaru-shi Inaho 2-16-6
    This kimono rental shop is located five minutes' walk from Otaru Station. Customers can change into the beautiful kimonos in just 15 minutes. The shop is characteristic in that it features a wide range of clothing, including kimonos designed for walking around in, full dress kimonos, graduation kimonos and hakama, as well as long-sleeved kimonos and ninja costumes. There is a large selection of kimonos for men and children, as well, so customers can take a commemorative photo to remember their sightseeing visit to Otaru by. Reservations must be made in advance to use the kimono rental service.
  • Daimon-saka Chaya
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Wakayama Pref. Higashimurogunnachikatsurachou Nachisan 392-4
    You’ll find this teahouse in front of “Meotosugi” near the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route “Daimonzaka” in Nachikatsuura Town, Higashimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture. It makes a great rest stop, and they even rent out Heian period clothing. They have “eboshi” noble headgear for men, traveling costumes for women, children’s clothing, and more in a variety of colors and sizes. You can get photos taken in costume and even walk to Kumano Nachi Taisha Grand Shrine while wearing them.
  • Cafe I'rasgayna
    Gourmet / Alcohol
    Yamagata Pref. Obanazawashi Ginzanshimbata 438
    Standing in front of Shirogane Bridge, the entrance to the Ginzan Onsen hot spring resort town, Cafe I’rasgayna is characterized by its open and airy deck area. The café’s menu primarily consists of coffee and soft drinks; takeout orders also accepted. Cafe I’rasgayna also rents kimono and will provide you with the perfect kimono ensemble for strolling amidst the old-fashioned, “Taisho Roman” style buildings of Ginzan Onsen. Staffs provide assistance with putting on kimono, insuring that even people who have never worn it before strolling through around there.
  • Kokoyui
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Ishikawa Pref. Kanazawashi Honmachi 1-3-39
    A shop where you can rent a kimono to wear while exploring Kanazawa located a five minute walk from Kanazawa Station. With an advance reservation, the shop will help you put on your kimono, after which you can go sightseeing in Kanazawa Japanese-style. The shop offers three plan types conforming with the type of kimono. Men can also choose between a kimono or a hakama (traditional kimono-like divided pants) plan. The shop offers a money-saving couples plan as well. Some of the shop's many optional plans include enjoying a meal at a teahouse after putting on your kimono and taking a taxi to visit local sights.
  • Ishiyama Gofukuten
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Gifu Pref. Gujoushi Hachimanchoushimadani 828
    This kimono shop is located in Gujo Hachiman, famous for the Gujo Odori dance festival. Based on the concept of creating a new sense in everyday life by re-proposing a piece of dignified inherited Japanese culture that had been lost, they coordinate each and every customer’s encounter with the best kimono that suits them. They also offer rentals in addition to selling them. Most young Japanese people can’t put on kimonos by themselves. But it is free to be dressed the rental yukata by a kitsukeshi (person who helps another person get dressed), and they can be rented until the end of the dancing on the day of the Gujo Odori festival. During the Tetsuya Odori (late night dancing held for four nights during the Gujo Odori festival) period, and their rental hours are extended until midnight.
  • Matsusaka Cotton Kimono Rental Center
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Mie Matsusaka-shi Hinomachi 589-1
    "A 10-minute walk from Matsusaka Station on the JR Kintetsu Yamada Line. It is a facility for touring and trying out hand-weaving of Matsusaka momen (cotton), and is located on the first floor of Matsusaka City Industrial Promotion Center, built on the ruins of the residence of Echigo-ya, a wealthy merchant. Matsusaka momen is product brand proudly offered by Ise vendors, and is characterized by a vibrant striped pattern originally called ""shima-watari"" (imported from abroad) and aizome (indigo dyeing). In the store, they sell fabric, bags, pouches, fans, and other small articles using Matsusaka momen with a deep feeling so you'll love to use it, as well as women's clothing. There is a charge to try your hand at weaving, and since there are limited looms, you must inquire in advance."
  • Kimono Rental Yumekomachi (Ise Shop)
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Mie Pref. Iseshi Ujinakanokirichou 96-10
    This kimono rental shop is located in Ise Naikumae's Oharai-machi. Close to Ise Jingu Shrine and Okage Yokocho, it's in a convenient spot for those who want to visit the shrine and walk about Ise in a kimono. They offer a variety of traditional Japanese clothing, including homongi semi-formal and long-sleeved furisode kimono, designer kimono done up to suit individual tastes, kimono with cute patterns, and yukata cotton robes. Reservations aren't required to take advantage of their Premium Plan with new models and patterns to choose from, their affordable Nadeshiko Plan, and more. They'll hold your baggage for free (take your valuable with you) and returning the kimono the next day doesn't incur additional fees.

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