10 Best Kimono Rental Shops in Gion

Renting in Gion puts you at Yasaka Shrine the moment you step outside, with the stone lanes of Hanamikoji and Shirakawa a few minutes away. Shops here book out on spring and autumn weekends, so reserve ahead.

1.Kimono Rental (Kyoto/Provided by Kimono Rental Kanwa Yasaka Shrine)

Rent a kimono near Yasaka Shrine, then explore Gion, Ninenzaka, and Kiyomizu-dera on foot. See what the price includes and what to plan for.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“We had such a great experience! The owner was incredibly kind and explained everything so well, which made the whole process easy and comfortable. I was a little worried about how my braids would be styled with the kimono, but she jumped right in and…”

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2.Kyoto Kimono Rental Experience (Optional Elegant Hairstyle/Japanese Makeup/Photography) (Ookini Kimono Rental Yasaka Shrine Gion Store)

Choose a kimono near Yasaka Shrine, get dressed by a professional, then explore Gion with flexible returns and optional hair styling or photos.

★ 4.8

“It was everything I wanted it to be. I was a bit skeptical, but the host and the hairstylist were super sweet and answered all my questions. We booked a standard kimono for both my husband and myself, and I upgraded for the lace option…”

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3.NEW OPEN Kyoto Yasaka Shrine & Gion | Popular Kimono Rental Experience | Kimono, Yukata, Furisode, Make-up, and Outdoor Photography Services | MOCOMOCO Kimono Yasaka Shrine & Gion Store

Rent a kimono near Yasaka Shrine, choose from hundreds of styles, and explore Gion on foot. Compare packages, photo options, timing, and return choices.

★ 4.8

“We had a really great experience with this kimono rental in Kyoto! Everything was very well organized, and the location was perfect, many of the main attractions were easily reachable on foot. The photographer was also super friendly and made us feel very comfortable. He…”

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4.Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental Experience (Provided by Rental Kimono First, Kyoto)

Rent a kimono in Kyoto’s Gion area, choose from more than 1,000 styles, add hair styling if you like, and explore at your own pace.

★ 5.0

“The kimono I rented was absolutely stunning! The colors were exquisite, the fabric felt high-quality, and the staff even helped me with the accessories. The service was incredibly thoughtful!”

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5.Kimono & Yukata Rental and Photo Shoot (Kyoto, Gion-Shijo, Yasaka Shrine) – Kimono Rental Misaki

Rent a kimono near Gion-Shijo, add hairstyling or a photo shoot, then explore Gion, Yasaka Shrine and Kyoto’s historic streets.

★ 4.8

“They have lots of choices for kimono. It was really near the Train Station. The staffs were accommodating and helped us to wear our kimonos. They will also suggest the best choice of accessories for your preferred kimonos.”

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7.Kyoto Gion Kimono/Yukata Rental & Photo Shoot Experience (Provided by Sakura Kimono Oukakimono)

Choose from 600 kimono styles near Gion, add hairstyling or a photographer, and explore Kyoto in traditional dress. Practical tips on timing and costs.

★ 4.8

“Very satisfied 👍 The staff can communicate in Chinese. Because I was with my child, things were a little out of control, but the kimono dressing staff was also very kind.”

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8.Kyoto: Kimono Rental in Gion Provided by RikaWafuku

Discover the charm of traditional kimono dressing in Kyoto with RikaWafuku. Enjoy a flexible, well-organized experience close to Gion’s top sights.

★ 4.6

“Molta scelta di kimono ed accessori. Acconciatura dei capelli veramente ben fatta! All’inizio è stato difficile capire come muoversi perché le ragazze parlavano pochissimo l’inglese ma poi ci siamo intesi ed è andato tutto a buon fine. Le ragazze dello staff sono state gentilissime e…”

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9.Kyoto Gion | Kimono Rental with Hair Set, Makeup & Photo Shot

Rent a kimono in Gion, add hairstyling or makeup, then walk to Shirakawa, Hanamikoji Street, Yasaka Shrine, and Maruyama Park.

★ 4.9

“The kimonos are pretty nice, and there are staff who can speak Chinese. When you arrive, you will first be asked to praise the kimono belt, and then they will help you put on the kimono after you have selected it. I went there at…”

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10.Kimono Rental,Kimono Experience in Gion Kyoto

Immerse yourself in the allure of a traditional kimono experience in Gion, Kyoto, where every detail whispers of timeless elegance and cultural charm.

★ 5.0

“Excellent experience! Really enjoyed getting dressed in kimono and having Japanese style makeup applied. Great choice of kimono. Really nice, friendly staff with great English which was great for us”

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