Most rental shops cluster around Kiyomizu-dera and Yasaka Shrine, so you can dress and walk straight up Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka. Book a morning slot; the return time is usually late afternoon, and those stone slopes are steep in zori sandals.
Choose a kimono, get help dressing and styling, then explore Kyoto’s Higashiyama streets before returning your rental by 5pm.
Most Popular★ 4.8“A wonderful experience. The customer service was very good. An affordable service that even includes hairstyling, accessories, etc. Plus, the girls are very professional and friendly. Thank you. It was truly unforgettable.”
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4,709 reviewsFrom $15.79
Choose from 500-plus kimono styles at Yumeyakata in Kyoto, with professional dressing, optional hairstyling, photography, and practical same-day return.
★ 4.7“Very good experience: smooth and well-organized service. The only downside is that the number of kimonos/accessories available, depending on the chosen package, is a bit limited (many more qualitative models and accessories are available as paid options). The staff is pleasant and allows us to…”
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4,660 reviewsFrom $18.79
Rent a kimono near Kiyomizu-dera in Kyoto, with multilingual dressing help, hairstyling, optional makeup and guided photo sessions.
★ 4.7“Would have liked more kimono options, but service was great and overall a very fun experience!”
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3,845 reviewsFrom $17.29
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“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An amazing photography experience with Wuyue! Wuyue was our photographer during our kimono rental at MOCOMOCO Kimono Kiyomizu-dera, and Andy and I couldn't have asked for a better photographer! He took us to Yasaka Pagoda and other beautiful spots around the temples that were…”
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2,633 reviewsFrom $17.39
Choose from more than 1,000 kimono styles near Kiyomizu-dera, get dressed in Kyoto, then explore Higashiyama on your own schedule.
★ 4.9“A very warm welcome and very quick service! A wide selection of clothing, and the sales associates are very attentive and available! I highly recommend this store for renting your kimonos! 😊”
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2,327 reviewsFrom $15.79
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“I experienced wearing kimonos with my girlfriend near Kiyomizu-dera. There are really a lot of choices for women, while the selection for men is relatively limited, mainly consisting of more understated colors like black, dark blue, and gray. However, the staff provided great service and…”
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1,700 reviewsFrom $18.95
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.
★ 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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1,319 reviewsFrom $17.60
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“had such an amazing experiance with the team here! I have never felt more elegant and beautiful. We did a couples experiance with 30 minute photography session. The ladies helped me pick out a beautiful kimono, accessories, and helped my partner pick out an outfit…”
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1,091 reviews30 minsFrom $18.95
Rent a Kyoto kimono or yukata, choose from an extensive range of styles, add hair styling or a photographer, and explore at your own pace.
★ 4.9“The service was wonderful, and I am extremely satisfied with how the photos turned out.”
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831 reviews45-80 minutesFrom $15.79
Discover Kyoto in style with Kimono Rental, including hairstyling and accessories. Enjoy a seamless, authentic experience exploring historic sights.
★ 4.8“Everything was really good! I love the rental kimono in this place!”
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653 reviews1 dayFrom $21by YUUKAGA Co., Ltd
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“Reasonable prices, excellent service, no high-pressure sales or hidden fees, and the clothes were very clean.”
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652 reviewsFrom $15.19
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“It is extremely beautiful and great for taking photos 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻”
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515 reviewsFrom $17.39
Rent a kimono in Gion from $21.35, with dressing, hair styling options, and Kyoto’s best-known shrine and temple routes nearby.
★ 5.0“Had such a lovely experience renting a yukata from Kawai Rental Shop! 🌸 The two ladies at the shop were incredibly kind, friendly and helpful throughout the whole experience. They were so patient in helping us choose our yukata and made sure everything looked beautiful…”
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367 reviewsFrom $21.35
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 hairstyle is natural and lovely, very girly.”
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365 reviewsFrom $34.75
Rent a kimono near Gion-Shijo, add hairstyling or a photo shoot, then explore Gion, Yasaka Shrine and Kyoto’s historic streets.
★ 4.8“Good location, good fitting and staff very helpful”
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345 reviewsFrom $17.39