| Location | Outdoor |
| Experience type | Costume rental |
| Outfit type | Kimono |
| Additional service & facility | Makeup & hairstyle, Photography service |
| Cultural experience type | Traditional culture experience |
Pregnant women are not recommended to wear kimonos.
Please keep valuables and fragile items by yourself.
Please return the kimono before 5:30 pm on the same day. Fees will be charged if you return it after the time.
Please come to the store on time on the day. Late arrival may cause your dressing order to be changed depending on the on-site conditions.
After dressing up the kimono and styling your hair, if you need to change it, a redesign fee will be charged.
Pregnant women and those suspected of being pregnant are not recommended to wear the kimono. Customers with children,please take care of children.
Closing time is 17:30, overtime, you need to pay an additional fee, one people
¥ 1,100/5mins (over 1minute start calculation.) .
After the start of dressing kimono and hairstyle, change will be charged for ¥1,100hairstyle/ ¥3,300kimono.
Please take good care of your valuables.
It takes 45-60 minutes to wear kimono and do hairstyle. In order not to affect your journey, please control the time of choosing kimono in 15 minutes.
The Riko Kimono Gion store is conveniently located in Kyoto's Gion district. You can reach it easily by public transport. From Kyoto Station, take a bus or train to the Gion-Shijo area. The store is within walking distance from stations like Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan Line) or Kawaramachi Station (Hankyu Line), making it highly accessible for your kimono photography experience.
Near the Riko Kimono Gion store, many picturesque locations are ideal for your kimono photography experience. These include iconic spots such as Kiyomizudera Temple, Kodaiji Temple, Nienenzaka, Sannenzaka, and Yasaka Shrine. All these areas are within walking distance, offering traditional and beautiful backdrops for your commemorative photoshoot.
The professional photography service at Riko Kimono Gion store offers experienced photographers to capture your precious moments. The plan typically includes a dedicated professional photographer for your chosen duration (ranging from 30 minutes to longer options), guidance on picturesque spots, and a collection of high-quality commemorative photos, ensuring you create lasting memories of your Kyoto kimono experience.
For ideal lighting and potentially fewer crowds during your Kyoto kimono photography, early mornings are often recommended. Spring (March-April for cherry blossoms) and autumn (October-November for fall foliage) offer stunning backdrops but are also peak seasons. Weekdays are generally less crowded than weekends. Consider checking local event calendars to avoid major festivals.
To reserve your kimono photography plan at Riko Kimono Gion store, you can book online. Booking through KKday allows you to conveniently select your preferred date, time, and photography duration plan from available options. This ensures a smooth and hassle-free reservation experience, enabling you to focus on planning the rest of your Kyoto trip.
Yes, the commemorative photography plan at Riko Kimono Gion store is designed to be used exclusively in conjunction with a kimono rental. It cannot be booked as a standalone service. You must arrange for kimono rental, either directly with Riko Kimono Gion store or through a linked rental plan, to proceed with the photography session.
At Riko Kimono Gion store, the complete process for kimono dressing and hairstyle typically takes between 45 to 60 minutes. To ensure your journey runs smoothly and efficiently, it is highly advised to limit your kimono selection time to approximately 15 minutes, allowing ample time for the professional dressing and styling.
For kimonos rented in conjunction with the photography plan at Riko Kimono Gion store, you must return the kimono by 5:30 PM on the same day. Please be aware that late returns may incur additional fees. It is important to plan your photography session and subsequent sightseeing accordingly to ensure a timely return.