Heritage Experiences

Kyoto: Kimono Rental in Kiyomizu Temple

Rent a traditional Kimono in Kyoto's historic Kiyomizu-dera area, with all essentials and various styling options to personalize your experience.

Revel in Kyoto's culture by renting a Kimono near the Kiyomizu-dera area, just a short walk from Kiyomizu Temple, and visit the temple like a local.

All necessities are provided! Get a Kimono, undershirt, band, bag, Zori sandals, and an Obi tie. No need to bring anything, just show up and dress up.

The dressing experience itself is a treat. Expert staff guide you through the process, adding to your understanding of traditional Japanese culture.

Choose the Omakase Course for a classic look, the Kimono Optional Course for customization, or the Special Kimono (Yukata) Course for premium designs.

Fun fact: The Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, owing to its architectural and historical significance.

Undershirt

Kimono

Band

Bag

Zori sandals

Obi tie (as per option selected)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Imagine stepping back in time and experiencing the rich cultural heritage of Kyoto as you don a traditional Kimono in the historic Kiyomizu-dera area.

Drape in tradition

Your experience begins as soon as you arrive at the location, a mere 3-minute walk to Kiyomizu Temple. You'll be presented with your chosen Kimono package, inclusive of an undershirt, a Kimono, a band, a bag, Zori sandals, and an Obi tie (as per option selected). Subsequently, the expert staff will assist you in the dressing process, which usually takes around 15-30 minutes. Prepare to be transported into an era of elegance and sophistication as you wear the Kimono.

Choose your style

Go for the Omakase/Men's/Kids' Kimono (Yukata) Course if you want a simple, classic look. Opt for the Kimono Optional Course to customize your style or the Special Kimono (Yukata) Course for premium, high-end designs. The latter boasts a premium Kimono highly recommended by Shiki Sakura and even provides an option to change the Taiko drum without any extra charges. Regardless of your choice, you're sure to leave with a deeper appreciation and understanding of Japanese culture and tradition.

What's not allowed

This experience is restricted for guests under the age of 5 years and under the height of 110cm.

Accessibility

Your safety comes first so pregnant women are restricted from participating in this experience.

This experience is not the best fit for guests with allergies or skin conditions.

Additional information

It will take 15-30 minutes to get ready, depending on the chosen kimono course. During tourist season, weekends, and holidays, it may take an extra 30 minutes to an hour for the guests to return home.

The waiting room has a capacity of approx 10 guests. Ensure that children are accompanied by a guardian while waiting.

Guests can return the kimono anytime before 6pm JST.

Facilities: Lockers, changing room, brushes, and hair dryers.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Ticket redemption point

Show your ticket at Maiko-Henshin Studio Shiki.

Address: 2 Chome-208-7 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan.

Get directions to the redemption point

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