Kyoto Kimono Rental: Wear & Explore in Traditional Dress

Walk Kyoto's streets dressed as locals have for centuries.

Rent a kimono or yukata at WARGO in Kyoto, choose from traditional or modern patterns, and wear it while exploring the city at your own pace. Staff dress you in the garment, obi belt, sandals and socks. Simple hairstyling is included. You can return the rental the same day before 5:30 PM or extend it to the next day for an additional charge. Two store locations serve different parts of the city: Gion (near the temple district and photo spots) and Kyoto Tower (near the station, with easy access to Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari).

The Experience

Start at one of two WARGO locations (Gion or Kyoto Tower), and browse kimonos ranging from classic indigo and floral patterns to contemporary designs. Staff help you pick one that fits, then walk you through the dressing process, which usually takes under an hour. You'll wear the full set: kimono, obi belt, Japanese clutch bag, tabi socks, and zori sandals. A simple hairstyle with an ornamental hairpin is included. If you want something more elaborate, that costs extra.

Once dressed, you step out into Kyoto on your own schedule. The Gion location sits two minutes from Hanamikoji Street and Yasaka Shrine, a fifteen-minute walk from Kiyomizu Temple: ideal if you want to photograph yourself in the geisha district and around the temples. The Kyoto Tower location opens onto the station and nearby Higashi Honganji Temple, and it's the practical choice if you're day-tripping from Osaka or planning to reach Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari shrine the same afternoon. You can wander, stop for photos, sit in cafes, visit shops: the kimono stays on as long as you want it to, as long as you return it before 5:30 PM. If the day stretches longer, you can keep the rental overnight for an additional fee.

Two plans are available: Standard includes the kimono, obi, bag, sandals, socks and simple hairstyle. Deluxe adds flexibility to upgrade the kimono grade and accessories. Plus-size kimonos are available, so fit is not a barrier. If you book after 3 PM the day before, expect a short wait at the store when you arrive.

What’s included

• Kimono or yukata in your choice of pattern and grade.
• obi belt.
• Japanese clutch bag.
• zori sandals.
• tabi socks.
• simple hairstyle with ornamental hairpin.
• dressing assistance.
• insurance fee.

Good to know

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Is this one for you?Book the Gion Store if you want to photograph yourself in the temple district and around the geisha quarter without moving between neighborhoods. Book Kyoto Tower if you're on a tight schedule or day-tripping from Osaka and need quick access to multiple areas like Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari in one afternoon.

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Top questions

Can I wear a kimono if I've never put one on before?

Yes. WARGO staff are trained to dress you, and the process usually takes under an hour. You don't need any prior experience. The staff handle the fitting and adjustment so the kimono sits comfortably and looks right.

Which WARGO store should I choose if I'm visiting Gion and the temples?

The Gion Store is two minutes from Hanamikoji Street and Yasaka Shrine, and a fifteen-minute walk from Kiyomizu Temple, making it the natural choice for the temple district and geisha area photo spots.

What if I'm arriving at Kyoto Station and want to explore Arashiyama the same day?

The Kyoto Tower Store sits two minutes from Kyoto Station and offers convenient access to Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari shrine, so you can dress there and move on to those areas without backtracking.

Do I have to return the kimono the same day?

You can return it anytime before 5:30 PM the same day, or keep it overnight for an additional fee. This flexibility lets you extend your experience or start fresh the next morning.

What's included in the rental, and what costs extra?

The rental includes the kimono or yukata, obi belt, Japanese clutch bag, sandals, tabi socks, and a simple hairstyle. Upgraded kimonos, accessories, and more elaborate hairstyling are available for an additional charge. Makeup and entrance fees to attractions are separate.

Is there a hairstyle option included, or do I have to pay for that?

A simple hairstyle with an ornamental hairpin is included in both Standard and Deluxe plans. More elaborate styling costs extra and is available upon request.