Kyoto first kimono experience with photoshoot at Kiyomizu-dera, Tokyo Asakusa Temple kimono reservation photography, Gion Chinese service available with multiple outfit options
Highlights
Authentic Japanese kimono shop "First Kimono", with multiple chain locations across Tokyo and Kyoto, offering cross-store returns for convenience. Enjoy skip-the-line privileges with advance booking, high-quality service, and over 1,000 kimono sets to choose from. Located near popular attractions like Yasaka Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, and Gion, it's a must-visit experience for kimono culture in Japan.
---About the Kimono Package---
female kimono rental
- ※ Komon kimono (female) | Japanese female daily wear kimono with a wide variety of patterns and styles, offering over 100 different designs to choose from.
- ※ Premium classic kimono (women) | Simplified visiting attire with elegant designs, over 100 sets available in-store
- ※ Western-style lace kimono (women) | This popular Japanese Western-style kimono combines modern and retro Western elements to create a new Taisho-style design, currently a very trendy choice.
- ※ Standard Furisode Kimono (Women) | A kimono style beloved by women, featuring long sleeves and diverse patterns that exude elegance and luxury
All of the above include: undergarment, kimono, obi, obi cord, handbag, zori, tabi socks. A scarf is provided from December–March (includes simple hairstyling; premium hairstyling requires additional purchase).
- ※ Gold-thread Furisode Kimono (Women) | Made of silk with gold foil patterns featuring various auspicious motifs, guaranteed to turn heads
- (Note: The in-store rental price for this item is ¥17,380. An additional fee applies for custom-made premium furisode.)
※ Female visiting kimono (female) | Featuring authentic "hikizuri" patterns spanning the entire hem, perfect for formal occasions with elegant sophistication.
- ※ Female kurotomesode (female) | The kurotomesode kimono features a black color scheme with embroidered patterns on the hem and cuffs, often accented with gold or silver threads on the obi belt, creating an elegant and slimming overall effect.
All of the above include: undergarment, kimono, full-width obi, obi cord, handbag, zori, tabi socks. A scarf is provided from December–March (includes simple hairstyling; premium hairstyling requires additional purchase).
* The store also offers more premium female furisode styles. If you purchase the above package and prefer a higher-end option in-store, you can pay the difference to upgrade.
male kimono rental
- ※ Male standard kimono | Male style is dignified and elegant, comfortable to wear, with sizes available from 155cm–200cm
※ Premium male hakama kimono | Compared to regular male kimonos, the haori is more high-end, giving a more sophisticated look when worn.
- ※ male formal montsuki haori hakama | The formal attire for males, featuring family crests on the kimono. This is a traditional Japanese male outfit worn on important occasions, known for its luxurious elegance and excellent photogenic qualities.
All of the above include: shirt, kimono, obi, obijime, zori, tabi socks, with haori (coat) provided from December to March.
Children's kimono rental
- Children's kimono (girl/boy) Height requirement: 80 cm–145 cm
- Includes: shirt, kimono, obi, purse, zori, tabi socks
Summer-exclusive yukata rental
- ※ Female A-style yukata (female) | The A-style yukata features vibrant patterns and comfortable fabric. Wearing this yukata on a hot summer day keeps you cool and stylish.
- ※ Female B-style yukata (female) | Made of silk and plant fiber materials, featuring a novel design known as "the furisode of yukatas," it's the perfect choice for elegant fairies.
- ※ Male yukata | Refreshing, comfortable, the summer choice for males.
- ※ Children's Yukata (Girl/Boy) | Height restriction for children: 80cm–145cm. Cool, comfortable, and featuring vibrant patterns.
The above includes: yukata, obi, obi cord, handbag, and zori, available from June 1–September 30 (this set includes simple hairstyling; premium hairstyling requires an additional purchase).
Makeup and styling service (only available for the above kimono rental)
Hair styling: Choose from dozens of style options in our catalog, then our staff will help you achieve your selected look.
Makeup: Includes foundation + blush + eyeshadow + lipstick + eyebrows + eyeliner (false eyelashes and double eyelid tape not included)
Please note the following when booking: name, phone number, branch location, and arrival time.
When booking a photoshoot, please note the kimono rental shop's closing time. If your session is late, we recommend arranging next-day return procedures in advance at the shop.
Addresses of all Japan branches:
1. Kyoto - Kiyomizu-dera Branch: 102 Higashioji-dori Matsubara-agaru Shimizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0855 (operating hours: 9:00-18:00)
2. Kyoto - Yasaka Shrine Gion Branch: 573-2 Minami-gawa, Gion-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floors of Dai 108 Gion (operating hours: 9:00-18:00)
3. Kyoto-Fushimi Inari Branch: 65-1 Fushimi Inari-maecho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto 612-0881 (operating hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
4. Tokyo - Asakusa Temple Branch: 1-5-2 Hanakawado, Taito-ku, Tokyo, Fuji Building 2F (operating hours: 9:00 to 18:00)
If you need early service or a later return time, please contact customer support promptly.
Note: For detailed pick-up routes at each location, please contact customer support.
The package includes beautiful hairstyles + accessories. If you'd like the salon to design a special hairstyle for you, an additional fee will apply. For details, please contact customer support.
Before you book:
Package price comparison table showing in-store prices. Please check the package you purchased. To upgrade to a more expensive package, please pay the price difference at the store.
female yukata style A/small-pattern kimono (¥5,500 in-store)
female yukata style B/lace/classic/furisode kimono (¥7,700 in-store)
Basic furisode kimono (¥8,800 in-store)
Gold-threaded furisode/visiting kimono/black tomesode (¥17,380 in-store)
female hakama (¥9,900 in-store) - paired with a nijyusode kimono, classical kimono, or lace kimono
male standard yukata/bathrobe (¥5,500 at the venue)
male premium hakama (¥8,800 in-store)
male formal kimono (in-store price: ¥17,380)
Children's standard yukata/bathrobe (¥5,500 at the venue)
Hairstyling (¥1,650 in-store)
Makeup (¥3,300 in-store)
The in-store price is the sum of the marked price plus a 10% consumption tax (a 10% consumption tax is applied locally in Japan).
The female's clothing store also offers more expensive furisode packages. Please pay the price difference in-store if needed.
Note: All yukatas are summer limited editions (available from June 1 to September 30 each year. Outside this period, only kimonos are provided. Please be advised.)