| Transportation method | Get there on your own |
| Location | Indoor |
| Experience type | Costume rental |
| Outfit type | Kimono |
| Additional service & facility | Makeup & hairstyle, Photography service |
| Minimum participant requirement | 2 travelers |
| Cultural experience type | Oiran experience |
It takes time to prepare in order to look good in photos. Please make sure you arrive early enough to avoid any other plans.
If you have any allergies to cosmetics or hairspray, please let us know in advance and bring your own makeup tools.
This is a women-only studio. Men are not allowed in except for the photographer.
As the neighborhood is residential, if there are people waiting, please use the coffee shop at the station.
As a souvenir, we will give you some clam tsukudani, a traditional food from Japan (Chiba).
The raw materials are harvested using fishing methods that result in shrimp and crab being contaminated.
[Allergy information]: Wheat, soybeans
When styling your hair, you will need to put it in a ponytail. If your hair is not long enough, we will not be able to style it in a ponytail, so we will add a flower decoration. Please contact us in advance.
Your hair may get untidy when you leave, so it may be a good idea to bring a hair tie or hat to use when you leave.
We have kimonos up to Japanese size 3L.
Due to the small size of the studio, accompanying persons are not allowed inside.
Photography is not permitted during preparation, such as hair and makeup, or dressing.
There is no smoking space. Please refrain from smoking in the neighborhood as it will cause inconvenience to the residents.
The neighborhood is made up of residential areas. Please refrain from sitting, eating, drinking, making noise, and other actions even outside the studio.
Eating or drinking anything other than water is not permitted in the studio.
All items in the studio are one-of-a-kind, handmade by artisans. Please be careful not to damage them.
At Studio Yashiki, professional artists create a full, authentic Oiran makeup look from scratch, focusing on intricate details for the eyes and lips. The hairstyle is also elaborately styled to match traditional Oiran aesthetics, ensuring a complete and stunning transformation. The women-only studio environment ensures a comfortable experience.
During your Oiran transformation experience, a dedicated professional photographer will provide clear instructions on how to strike traditional Oiran poses and express distinctive movements. This guidance helps capture the elegant, confident, and dramatic essence of an Oiran, ensuring your photographs reflect an authentic portrayal.
The Oiran transformation experience at Studio Yashiki prioritizes cultural authenticity by using genuine pure silk kimonos for your attire. Combined with professional hair and makeup meticulously applied from scratch, the styling aims to faithfully replicate the luxurious and distinctive appearance of traditional Oiran, ensuring a high level of realism.
Studio Yashiki offers excellent accessibility, being just a 1-minute walk from a local JR station. It's approximately a 15-minute drive from Makuhari Messe and about a 40-minute train ride from Tokyo Disney Resort, making it a convenient destination for visitors coming from various parts of the Tokyo metropolitan area.
The Oiran transformation package at Studio Yashiki includes a complete makeover with professional hair and makeup, the use of a genuine pure silk kimono, a private photo shoot with a dedicated photographer providing posing guidance, and the choice of up to 12 retouched photo data sent to you later. You can also take smartphone selfies during the experience, and receive a Japanese souvenir.
The Oiran transformation experience includes a professional photography session with a dedicated photographer. They will guide you through various poses against a professional background. After the shoot, you can choose up to 12 retouched photos, which will be sent to you digitally. You are also welcome to take selfies with your own smartphone.
Yes, Studio Yashiki is designed to accommodate private sessions, as it is exclusively available for one group per time slot. This ensures a relaxed and intimate atmosphere, allowing groups of friends or individual participants to fully immerse themselves in the Oiran transformation experience without concern for other customers.
You can enjoy the Oiran transformation experience empty-handed, as all necessary items, including a genuine kimono, professional makeup, and styling, are provided. However, you are welcome to bring your usual makeup products if you have specific preferences or sensitive skin, just in case.