The prices and plans of kimono rental shops around Yasaka Shrine vary greatly from shop to shop. We often hear regrets such as “It was supposed to be 3,000 yen, but with accessories charged separately it ended up costing 6,000 yen.”
So in this article, we score 5 criteria—price, type of kimono, access, set contents, and review ratings—on a 5-star scale and present the 5 truly popular shops in the area around Yasaka Shrine in ranking format.
Taking photos with Yasaka Shrine’s West Tower Gate (the vermilion-lacquered tower gate)as a backdrop, and then strolling right on to the weeping cherry trees of Maruyama Park or the Sanmon gate of Chion-in is this area’s greatest strength. During the July Gion Festival season, Yasaka Shrine becomes the central stage, offering a special experience of walking through the Yoiyama and the Yamahoko float procession in kimono.
Kimono rental around Yasaka Shrine Kamakura[Detailed Reviews]
From over 30 kimono rental shops in the area around Yasaka Shrine, independently compiled Google ratings, official information, and over 800 user reviews to select 5 shops, presented here in ranking form.
We scored each shop on5 criteria on a 5-star scale: “price and value / type of kimono / access / set contents (how much is included—kimono, obi, accessories, hair setting, etc.) / review ratings.”
Full comparison of 5 kimono rental shops around Yasaka Shrine
Start with the big picture at a glance. See each shop’s details in the cards below
| Compare | №1Yumeyakata Gojo Main Store | №2Aiwafuku | №3Gion Nishiki | №4Rikawafuku | №5Kyo Nadeshiko |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating |  |  |  |  |  |
| Couple Suitability | ◎ | ○ | ○ | ○ | △ |
| Lowest Price | ¥3,300 | ¥2,500 | ¥2,090 | ¥3,000 | ¥2,948 |
| Kimono in Stock | 30,000+ kimono | Wide range | 4 shops, 4,000 kimono | 300+ types | Wide range |
| Set Contents | Full kimono set | Included in basic plan | Kimono only | Depends on plan | Kimono + dressing |
| Location | Subway Gojo Station 3-min walk | Gion-Shijo Station 1-min walk | Gion-Shijo Station 7-min walk | Gion-Shijo Station 2-min walk | Gion-Shijo Station 2-min walk |
| Same-day Booking | ○ | ○ | ○ | Phone OK | ○ |
| Next-day Return | +¥1,100〜 | +¥1,100 | +¥1,100 | +¥2,000 | +¥1,100 |
| Google Rating | ★4.5 | ★4.5 | ★4.2 | ★4.3 | ★4.0 |
| Booking | Official Site | Official Site | Official Site | Official Site | Official Site |
Kyoto Kimono Rental Yumeyakata Gojo Main Store For couples who want to choose an authentic kimono from one of Kyoto’s largest selections
A selection of 30,000 kimono x a men’s and women’s couple plan of 8,000 yen shines brightest on your two-person Gion and Kiyomizu date
- Men’s and women’s couple plan for 2 people at 8,000 yen (advance reservation; normally 10,560 yen). A full set is available with no need to bring anything, and brand-new tabi socks are given as a gift. Both of you can focus on your date without worrying about extra costs on the day.
- The men’s kimono plan starts from 4,180 yen with a wide range of original designs. From mid-October to the end of April a haori is also included in the set, making his kimono look even more authentic.
- Choose together from over 30,000 self-manufactured kimono, one of Kyoto’s largest selections. With a wide range of sizes, from women’s S to 4LW and men’s 5S to 5L, you can find a piece that suits you regardless of body type.
- Staff fluent in 4 languages on site, plus a full location photo-shoot plan. A 3-minute walk from subway Gojo Station, you can capture memories of the two of you in kimono.
Kyoto Kimono Rental Aiwafuku Gion-Shijo Store For those who value the balance of a wide variety and hair styling included as standard
Gion Nishiki Gion Main Store For those who want a kimono experience at among the industry’s lowest prices
Rikawafuku Gion Store For friends and couples who value retro style and social media appeal
Kyo Nadeshiko Gion Store For those who want to enjoy budget advance-reservation pricing with a photo service included too
Kimono sightseeing around Yasaka Shrine Sightseeing in Kamakura
Photo spots, model courses, seasonal events, and practical information
Once you’ve booked a kimono rental shop, be sure to also check information that will make your day exploring the area around Yasaka Shrine even more enjoyable. Our editorial team independently researched sightseeing information for the Yasaka Shrine area and curated only the content useful for kimono sightseeing. Tap the items that interest you to view them.
PHOTOKimono-worthy photo spots around Yasaka Shrine
Yasaka Shrine West Tower Gate
About a 5-8 min walk from Gion-Shijo Station
The large, imposing vermilion gate with its Japanese-style atmosphere pairs perfectly with kimono. During the evening-to-night illumination, the vermilion stands out against the blue of the sky. With a smartphone, lower the exposure a little, and when it’s crowded, the trick is to quickly shoot from the side.
Yasaka Shrine Dance Hall
About a 5-8 min walk from Gion-Shijo Station
The Dance Hall decorated with lanterns lets you enjoy a shrine’s distinctly Japanese atmosphere, perfect for a kimono look. At night, countless lanterns glow and shine, becoming magical. Shooting up close makes it too bright, so we recommend stepping back a little to capture the overall density.
Hanamikoji
About a 3-min walk from Gion-Shijo Station
This is Gion’s main street, lined with the traditional teahouse rows of “bengara lattices and inuyarai” and beautiful stone paving. The atmospheric townscape is ideal for a stroll in kimono, and you can take lovely photos that make the most of this traditional, quintessentially Kyoto backdrop.
Yasaka Koshindo
About a 16-min walk from Gion-Shijo Station
The colorful “kukurizaru” bound-monkey charms decorating the grounds spread across an entire wall, making it an extremely photogenic space. The vividly colored backdrop makes a kimono look stand out even more. You can head there while strolling from Yasaka Shrine via Nene-no-michi and other paths.
COURSEModel stroll course around Yasaka Shrine in kimono (about 1 hour 50 minutes)
- Yasaka ShrineAbout 20 minThe magical illumination and hanachozu floral water basin are its charms. When going up and down the stairs in the dark grounds, watch your footing carefully as you walk.
- Kodai-jiAbout 40 minThere are many highlights, and the illuminated garden is a charm. In kimono, you can enjoy the quiet space of this historic temple.
- Chasen (sweets shop)About 20 minYou can enjoy matcha sweets found only in Kyoto. It’s a rest spot where you can sit down and take a relaxing break during your stroll in kimono.
- Nene-no-michiAbout 10 minWalking slowly along the atmospheric streets, you can feel the quiet of autumn. The souvenir shops are bright and easy to stop into as well.
- A back alley one street behind Nene-no-michiAbout 20 minThe quiet, atmospheric streets let you savor a Kyoto mood just by walking. Since it is also a residential area, please walk quietly.
EVENTSeasonal event calendar around Yasaka Shrine
Gion no Ebessan
An Ebisu boat carrying the Seven Lucky Gods parades through. It’s perfect for praying for business prosperity and family safety in a splendid New Year kimono look.
Setsubun Festival
Bean-throwing at the Dance Hall and dance offerings by the four geisha districts take place. Viewing this traditional event in kimono lets you feel even more of its charm.
Oharae-shiki (chinowa ring passing)
You pass through the large chinowa ring set up in the grounds to purge the sins and impurities of the past half year. Pray for good health in a cool summer kimono or yukata.
Gion Festival
A month-long summer tradition of Kyoto, in which gorgeous yamahoko floats parade through the streets. We recommend strolling through the town of Kyoto in a cool yukata.
Tanabata Festival
You can hang strips of paper with your wishes written on them on the large bamboo grass set up in the grounds. The magical atmosphere of a summer night is also ideal for a yukata date.
Kangetsu-sai (moon-viewing festival)
A festival to admire the harvest moon is held at the Dance Hall, and you can view it freely. It’s ideal for enjoying moon-viewing in kimono on a cool autumn night.
Shichi-Go-San visit
An event to pray for children’s healthy growth. Visiting together as a family in kimono makes commemorative photos in the grounds a wonderful memory too.
INFOCoin Lockers & Rainy-Day Tips
Coin Lockers & Luggage Storage
- Keihan Gion-Shijo Station (near Exit 9 on the first basement level)
Large, medium, and small sizes available. Cash, transit IC cards, QR code payment, and various credit cards are accepted. - Hankyu Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station
There are coin lockers and a baggage storage counter about 200 m from Exit 3 of Gion-Shijo Station.
Spots to Enjoy Even on Rainy Days
- Kennin-ji
From indoors, you can view the Choontei garden, the “Twin Dragons” ceiling painting of the main hall, and the fusuma paintings without getting wet. You can also enjoy a sutra-copying experience. - Entoku-in
You can quietly view the karesansui dry landscape garden from indoors. The beauty of the rain-soaked garden and stone paving adds to a serene time in kimono.
Kimono Rental Budget and Price Range
Kimono rental prices around Yasaka Shrine are vary widely from shop to shop, but the price range for basic plans typically centers around ¥3,000–¥8,000.
That said, there are cases where “what was supposed to be ¥3,000 ended up costing ¥6,000 due to separate fees for accessories,” so always confirm exactly what is included in the price.
Kimono rental around Yasaka Shrine: distribution of amounts actually paid
Source: Independent compilation of over 800 reviews from people who have rented kimono around Yasaka Shrine (as of May 2026)
According to the review compilation, of the amounts actually paid by those who rented kimono around Yasaka Shrine, most common range was ¥4,000–¥6,000. This was followed by ¥3,000–¥4,000 at 36% and ¥6,000–¥8,000 at 19%, meaning about 90% of people enjoyed their kimono experience within a budget of ¥8,000 or less.
Kimono rental around Yasaka Shrine: plan tiers
- Basic (¥3,000–¥4,000): Standard-pattern kimono + obi + accessories + dressing + hair styling
- Standard (¥4,500–¥6,000): Choice of trendy patterns + ample accessories + hair styling included
- Premium (¥6,000–¥10,000): Choice of lace kimono, antique, or brand kimono
- Couple (¥8,000–¥12,000): Set for two (male and female) + matching coordination available
Even if the plan name is the same, “what is included” differs from shop to shop, so when using the cheapest plan, always check whether hair styling, accessories, and dressing are included in the base price.
Kimono rental around Yasaka Shrine moves in step with sightseeing demand, and the cherry blossom season (March-April), the autumn foliage season (November), and weekends. Even for the same plan, peak-season rates can be about 1.2–1.5 times the regular price, so visiting on weekdays or during off-peak periods lets you enjoy it more affordably.
Kimono rental around Yasaka Shrine4 Tips for Cutting Costs
Kimono rental around Yasaka Shrine is combining the right timing with discount programs can significantly lower the total cost even for the same plan.
Save ¥500–¥1,500 by Visiting on Weekdays
Many shops set their prices¥500–¥1,500 lower on weekdays than on weekends and holidays. Since weekdays draw fewer tourists and shops are less crowded, it is easier to pick your favorite kimono, and you also get the benefit of more relaxed time for hair styling and dressing.
Use Online Booking Discounts with Early Reservations
At many shops, discounts apply for online reservations made 1–2 weeks in advance. Even when same-day booking is available, online booking is cheaper in most cases, so once your schedule is set, reserve early through the official website. Some shops offer10–20% off.
Student Discount Plans from ¥2,980
Many shops offer great student discount plans from ¥2,980and many shops offer these. Yumeyakata Gojo Main Store, ranked 1st here, offers a student discount from 3,300 yen (advance reservation), and Gion Nishiki, ranked 3rd, is among the industry’s lowest at from 2,090 yen tax included with advance reservation. Some shops accept a commuter pass or a screen of your school’s portal site as a substitute, so if you forget your student ID, don’t give up—check with them.
Couple & Group Discounts for¥500–¥1,000 Off per Person
There are couple and group plans that give you a discount of ¥500–¥1,000 per person There are couple and group plans that give you this. School-trip plans for 3 or more people (about 3,500 yen per person) are also popular, and for a Gion stroll with friends, making use of a group discount is the standard move.
Choosing a kimono rental shop around Yasaka Shrine Kamakura
There are over 30 kimono rental shops in the area around Yasaka Shrine, but there is a clear trend in the points that users actually prioritize.
TOP 5 points that users around Yasaka Shrine “prioritized when choosing a shop”
Source: Independent compilation of over 800 reviews from people who have rented kimono around Yasaka Shrine (as of May 2026)
Check“What Is Included”in the Plan
The most important point is what is included in the plan. Even if the base price is cheap, if accessories (bag and zori sandals) or hair styling cost extra, you will end up over budget. It is important to compare based on the all-inclusive full-set price.
Whether Hair Styling Is Included and Any Extra Charges
If you’re going to walk around Yasaka Shrine all day in kimono, you’ll want your hair styled to match is something to consider. At many shops, hair styling is an option for an additional 1,000-2,000 yen. At Yumeyakata Gojo Main Store, ranked 1st here, hair styling is also treated as an option at a separate charge from 1,650 yen (8 styles), so if you want to choose with hair styling included, 2nd-ranked Aiwafuku is convenient.
Distance from the station / Kiyomizu-dera
Walking long distances in unfamiliar zori sandals is more tiring than you’d imagine. Choose a shop within a 5-minute walk of Gion-Shijo Station or Yasaka Shrine as the basic rule. Yumeyakata Gojo Main Store, ranked 1st here, is a 3-minute walk from subway Gojo Station (a 10-minute walk from Keihan Kiyomizu-Gojo Station) with easy access to the Yasaka Shrine and Kiyomizu areas; 2nd-ranked Aiwafuku is a 1-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station, and 4th-ranked Rikawafuku is also in a prime location a 2-minute walk away.
Flexibility of Reservation and Return
Being able to accommodate even a suddenly decided Gion stroll or date is accept same-day reservations can accommodate even spur-of-the-moment Kamakura sightseeing or dates. All five shops in this ranking accept same-day reservations. Those who want to enjoy the day into the evening should choose a shop that offers next-day return.
Three Ways to Read Reviews
When checking reviews on Google Maps or Jalan, pay attention to three axes: “courtesy of service,” “response when the kimono comes loose,” and “in-store photo service”. Pay attention here. Yumeyakata Gojo Main Store, ranked 1st, earns high reviews of around ★4.5 with comments like “careful dressing,” “a rich variety of high-quality kimono,” and “a skilled photographer,” and Reiwafuku, ranked 2nd, is also around ★4.8, among the highest class in the Yasaka Shrine area.
When choosing a kimono rental shop around Yasaka Shrine, the When Choosing a Kimono Rental Shop in Kamakura
Among those who rented kimono around Yasaka Shrine, there are some who“I wish I had checked more in advance”.
TOP 5 points that users around Yasaka Shrine “regretted or got wrong”
Source: Independent compilation of over 800 reviews from people who have rented kimono around Yasaka Shrine (as of May 2026)
Beware the Pitfall of the Cheapest Plan
The most common regret is the extra-fee problem with the “cheapest plan”. Even if an ad says “from 2,980 yen,” there are cases where accessories, dressing, and hair styling cost extra. Before booking, be sure to confirm“how much you will ultimately pay”by phone or via the official LINE account.
Overlooking Size and Height Restrictions
Kimono sizes have a compatible height range, so those under 140cm or over 170cm must check in advance. The same applies to men, and those with a fuller figure should check whether the largest sizes (such as 4L) are in stock.
Reservation Strategy for Peak Season
Kimono rental around Yasaka Shrine is the cherry blossom season (March-April), Golden Week, the autumn foliage season (November), and weekends. Even shops that accept same-day reservations are often fully booked in peak season, so making a web reservation 1 to 2 weeks in advance is the surest approach.
Return Time and Extension Fees
Many shops have a final return time of 17:30 to 18:00. Being late often incurs an extension fee of around 1,000 yen per 10 minutes, so be careful. Those who want to enjoy the kimono into the evening will feel more at ease choosing the next-day return option (1,100 to 2,200 yen) from the start.
Checking the Cancellation Policy
Cancellation fees vary by shop. Many shops have a policy of free until the day before, with a 100% charge on the day itself there are many such shops, so caution is needed with rain forecasts or sudden changes of plans. Some shops are flexible, like Rikawafuku Gion Store, with “an advance-reservation discount plus same-day time changes allowed.”
Regarding kimono rental around Yasaka Shrine, Kimono Rental in Kamakura
Many shops accept same-day bookings. All five shops in this ranking are OK for same-day reservations.
However, since reservations fill up quickly during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons and on weekends, we recommend booking online 1 to 2 weeks in advance whenever possible.
It varies by shop and plan. The No. 1 shop in this ranking, At Kyoto Kimono Rental Yumeyakata Gojo Main Store, hair styling is an option at a separate charge from 1,650 yen (8 styles), while 2nd-ranked Aiwafuku includes hair styling in its basic plan.
Otherwise, hair styling is generally treated as an option costing roughly 1,000 to 2,000 yen extra.
Many shops offer free rentals of raincoats and rain zori sandals for rainy days. For light rain, the kimono is water-repellent treated, so it is no problem.
On days with a forecast of heavy rain, be sure to check the cancellation policy in advance.
Many shops have plans for couples and groups with a discount of 500 to 1,000 yen per person for two or more people.
Plans for matching his-and-hers coordinated outfits, as well as school trip plans for three or more people (around 3,500 yen per person), are also popular.
All five shops in this ranking offer plans for men. Base prices are mainly 3,000 to 5,000 yen for men’s plans.
If you have a fuller figure, check in advance whether they have 4L-size stock available.
At many shops, a late fee of about 1,000 yen applies for every 10 minutes over the time.
If you want to stay in kimono until night, it’s more reassuring to choose the next-day return option (1,100-2,200 yen) from the start. Yumeyakata Gojo Main Store offers next-day return from +1,100 yen (free for reservations from 12:00 onward), and Rikawafuku offers next-day return for +2,000 yen.
Many shops handle a standard range of around 140 to 175 cm in height.
Since kimono for sizes outside that range vary by shop and stock, the surest approach is to tell them your height when booking and confirm availability.
Summary: Choose your kimono rental around Yasaka Shrine by“purpose x budget”to choose
We’ve ranked 5 kimono rentals around Yasaka Shrine using a 5-category star rating. In the end, we recommend deciding which shop to choose by“purpose x budget.”is our recommendation.
Quick Reference Chart by Purpose
- Choose by overall rating1st place Kyoto Kimono Rental Yumeyakata Gojo Main Store(over 30,000 kimono, couple plan from 8,000 yen for 2 people, 4-language support)
- Value balance2nd place Kyoto Kimono Rental Aiwafuku Gion-Shijo Store(accessories and hair styling all included in the basic plan)
- Budget above all3rd place Gion Nishiki Gion Main Store(among the industry’s lowest, from 2,090 yen tax included, half price with advance reservation)
- Retro social media appeal4th place Rikawafuku Gion Store(retro style, muted colors, over 300 types)
- Memories with photography included5th place Kyo Nadeshiko Gion Store(2,948 yen with advance reservation, professional photographer shoot plan available)
Looking comprehensively at the pricing and plan contents, location and reviews, and the voices of actual users, find the one shop that best suits your own Gion kimono experience.
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