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Kimono Photoshoot in a Traditional Kyoto Machiya House

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Duration

30 min

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    • Take part in a kimono photoshoot set inside a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse, with a professional photographer. Get a stylist, a complete kimono outfit (obi belt, zori sandals, tabi socks, and handbag), and the use of Japanese props like fans and an umbrella. You’ll receive 50 edited digital photos via email after the shoot.

    • A rare opportunity to dress in a traditional kimono and be photographed in a historic Kyoto townhouse, once associated with Japan’s noble and imperial heritage. With expert direction from your photographer, you’ll create culturally rich portraits in an authentic setting.

    • Kimono dressed by a stylist

    • 30-minute professional shoot with a photographer

    • 50 digital images

    • Antique fans & parasols

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Arrive at a 100-year-old machiya townhouse in Kyoto for a professional kimono photoshoot steeped in tradition. You’ll be dressed in a complete kimono set—obi sash, zori sandals, tabi socks, and a traditional bag—with personal assistance to ensure everything is perfectly in place.

    What to expect

    Once you're dressed, step into the quiet elegance of the townhouse, once connected to Japan’s imperial past. With antique fans, a Japanese umbrella, and other traditional props, a professional photographer will guide your session and help you pose naturally in this historic space.

    You'll receive 50 beautifully edited digital photos delivered to your email a few days after the shoot. It's a rare chance to wear an authentic kimono, explore a piece of Kyoto’s heritage, and take home timeless portraits from a truly unique setting.

  • What's not allowed

    • Please note that pets, smoking, food & drinks, and wheelchairs are not allowed

    • Please refrain from wearing strong fragrances.

    Additional information

    • Receive 50 edited digital photos via email approximately 3–7 days after the photoshoot of your experience.

    • The photoshoot location is near Kyoto Gosho (Kyoto Imperial Palace), a historically significant area associated with Japan's imperial court and aristocracy.

    • The activity is designed for small groups, ensuring personalized attention during your experience.

    • Your ticket will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the ticket on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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