13 Best Kimono Rental Shops in Higashiyama

Rental shops cluster on the lanes below Kiyomizu-dera because this is where everyone wants the photos, on the stepped streets of Sannenzaka with the pagoda behind. Allow about an hour for dressing and hair, and since returns are due by early evening, start in the morning.

2.Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera Temple: Popular Kimono Rental Experience | Kimono, Yukata, Furisode, Makeup, and Outdoor Photography Services | MOCOMOCO Kimono Kiyomizu-dera Store

Rent a kimono near Kiyomizu-dera, choose from 800 styles, add hair styling or a photographer, and return your outfit at another Kyoto branch.

★ 4.8

“There are many styles of kimonos, both traditional and modern. The people wearing kimonos were Japanese teachers, and they were very gentle. Their hairstyles were also beautifully done. The only downside was that the store was crowded, leading to long wait times.”

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4.Kyoto Kimono Rental Experience (Optional Exquisite Hair Styling/Japanese Makeup/Photography) (Ookini Kiyomizu-dera Main Store)

Rent a kimono near Kiyomizu-dera, choose from hundreds of styles, add hairstyling if you wish, then return it at another Kyoto shop.

★ 4.7

“The teacher provided great service and is very good at giving compliments. The visiting outfit is very nice and features subtle patterns; it looks absolutely stunning when photographed with the flash on at night 🥰”

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5.Kyoto Kimono Rental Experience (Kyoto Kimono Rei Kiyomizu Store)

Rent a kimono near Kiyomizu-dera, choose from hundreds of styles, and explore Kyoto’s old lanes with dressing, accessories, and optional photography.

★ 4.8

“Being able to communicate in Chinese was amazing for someone like me who doesn't speak Japanese. This shop is very close to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, which is super convenient. You can get dressed in the morning and return the kimono as late as 5:00 PM, giving…”

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8.Kimono rental near Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto | Choose from additional options such as tea ceremony & matcha making, makeup, and photo shoots | Aiwafuku Kiyomizu Main Store

Rent a kimono near Kiyomizu-dera, stroll Kyoto’s old lanes, and add a tea ceremony, matcha making, makeup, or a photo shoot.

★ 4.8

“The best kimono experience! The staff were incredibly kind, patient, and welcoming. You can truly see how much they love what they do, they take the time to style each person beautifully and make sure everyone looks and feels their best. Thank you for making…”

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9.Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera Kimono Rental (3-minute walk to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, includes women’s hair set) Aiwafuku Rental Kiyomizu Chawanzaka Store

Rent a kimono three minutes from Kiyomizu-dera, with hundreds of styles, optional hair styling, free luggage storage, and Kyoto’s old lanes nearby.

★ 4.9

“a beautiful experience, the staff was so helpful and wonderful, everything was informative and just overall a wonderful experience. would totally do again.”

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10.Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera Temple | Kimono, Yukata, Furisode Rental Experience, Japanese Makeup, Photography Service | (2-minute walk to Kiyomizu-dera Temple)

Rent a kimono near Kiyomizu-dera, choose from hundreds of styles, and explore Kyoto’s temple lanes. Compare packages, add-ons, and practical details.

★ 4.9

“I used the most basic price option, and even though I booked last minute the day before, I'm completely satisfied! It was the first appointment of the day, but they were incredibly fast. It only took 20 minutes to choose a kimono, get my hair…”

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11.Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera Temple Kimono/Yukata Rental Experience

Rent a kimono near Kiyomizu-dera, choose from traditional and modern styles, add hair styling or photography, then explore Kyoto in your own time.

★ 4.8

“The address was weirdly written, so even though my reservation was at 11:30 AM, I kept searching and finally found it at 1:30 PM... (6 Chome-583-109 Gojobashihigashi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0846 Japan) Please take note... When I went, there were about 4 staff members, which…”

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13.Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera Temple | Popular Kimono Rental Experience | Kimono, Yukata, Furisode, Makeup, Outdoor Photography Service | MOCOMOCO Kimono Kiyomizu-dera No. 2 Store

Choose a kimono, get dressed by MOCOMOCO staff, then explore Kyoto’s Kiyomizu-dera streets with optional outdoor photography.

★ 4.8

“The shop provides excellent service, and they speak both Chinese and English. Highly recommended!”

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