Japan · KIMONO EXPERIENCES IN TOKYO
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 kimono experiences in Tokyo worth the yen, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Make a vintage kimono in a small Tokyo workshop, with free obi rental, custom fitting, and photo time, plus kids options.
“This was such a wonderful experience and the staff was so helpful in creating such custom kimono to fit us.”
Dress in an easy kimono near Shinjuku, learn Teaism and tea ceremony with Komei, then make first flush matcha you can recreate at home.
“The whole experience was amazing. Our facilitator Komei was very knowledgeable and easy going making our experience more memorable. Wearing the kimono's was a highlight as well. Komei took great photographs of our group. We all enjoyed our afternoon. Highly recommend. 5 stars !!”
Dress in a Asakusa kimono, learn the art of matcha, and stroll to Sensoji Temple, with an optional private photo shoot near the Sumida River.
“Just amazing!!!! It’s worth it and it was so special. They were so kind and friendly.”
90-minute Asakusa kimono tea ceremony with matcha and wagashi. Choose your outfit, get styled, learn etiquette, and enjoy calm guided ritual.
“Such fun dressing in kimono. Excellent choice and lovely ladies doing it. Lots goes into it. Tea ceremony was interesting and informative and Matcha and sweets were yummy. You can actually go out afterwards in your kimono if you wish. Great value for money for all that you get!”
Wear an easy kimono and learn to make first-flush matcha in Shinjuku, with tastings, tools, and snacks.
“very unique experience! the professional helped me wearing Kimono properly and the tea ceremony was a good chance to learn Japanese tea culture. highly recommend !”
Rent a beautiful kimono in Asakusa, get dressed by pros, then stroll the historic streets in style with great photo chances near top sights.
“The customer service even though it was very busy, they helped everyone look their best in their select choices.”
Rent a calm-color kimono in Asakusa, get styled hair and optional studio photos, then roam in style with English support.
“This was a wonderful experience. Everyone was friendly and helpful. We decided to have a professional photoshoot and our family pictures were Amazing!! Highly recommend.”
Wear an authentic kimono in Asakusa with hair styling, then choose a pro photo session near Senso-ji. Private, hassle-free, $45.58.
“This was such a wonderful experience. Everyone was so helpful and our photographer was great! They move this process like a well oiled machine so it went quickly but absolutely recommend. My photos turned out great!”
Rent a kimono at Rakuu-tei Kouichi Store inside Shinjuku Gyoen, get dressed in 60-90 minutes, then stroll the garden in style.
“Les dames qui nous habille sont vraiment très gentilles et agréables. Les kimonos sont super jolies Petit point négatif, il fesait extrêmement froid .. malgré les couches de vêtements nous n’avons pas profité à 100% du temps. ( a rendre à 16h, rendu à 12h30)”
Wear a real kimono in Asakusa, get dressed by friendly experts, then stroll to Sensoji Temple for photos and old-town vibes.
“Wako was very nice and the kimono’s were very stylish”
Winter kimono dressing near Senso-ji, small-group Asakusa stroll with guided photo spots, and a souvenir photo. From $31.63.
“Great experience. Alot of Kimono to choose from. Had hours to roam the city. Me and my daughter loved it”
Dress in a kimono or samurai outfit for a quick private photoshoot in Asakusa, then leave with an SD card of your images.
“Great activity. Place was a little hard to find, so get there early. Actual business is called Yumenoya.”
Private English-friendly kimono photo shoot in Harajuku and Shibuya, with dressing help and up to 140 unedited photos.
“This was a great experience! They put you in the kimono (you can customize every single detail), do your hair and go out to take pictures with you. A specially for a solo traveler like me, this was a life saver. This is for people like me, who want to experience wearing a kimono, but don’t want to struggle with it for the whole day. 10/10 recommend!”
Private kimono makeover photos in Asakusa. Wear oiran-style costumes, get custom hair and makeup, and leave with all image data.
“Our experience was wonderful. The ladies were very professional and worked well with me and my 7 year old daughter. The studio was easy to find and conveniently located close to our hotel. Our photos turned out stunning, and we loved the variety of poses. Thanks so much for an amazing time!”
Rent a kimono in Asakusa near Sensoji, get dressed and styled fast, then stroll in style for about an hour.
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