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Kimono Services

Here is a list of Kimono services offered in Japan:

AKI Kimono Rental (着物レンタルあき)

AKI Kimono Rental is conveniently located in the heart of Tokyo, Shibuya. They also have stored in Ginza, Ikebukuro and Yokohama. AKI Kimono Rental offers two major Kimono plans. They have the One-Day plan where you can rent a Kimono during the day from 10AM to 6PM for 6,480 yen and the Overnight plan. There isn't a fixed price for the Overnight Plan as it will depend on the Kimono that you pick. Additionally, they have seasonal deals throughout the year so check them out!

Link: https://kr-aki.co.jp/english/

Address: 15−14 Maruyamachō, Shibuya-ku,Tokyo (Main store)

TEL: 03-3476-3341

Kimono Shop Sakaeya

The Kimono package at Sakaeya comes with a complimentary tea ceremony and a photo shoot. They have various Kimono packages starting at 5000 yen. Do not forget to make an appointment at least two days in advance. They accept credit cards Check them out on Facebook for further updates!

Link: http://kimono-sakaeya.com/Tokyo/ (Website home)

http://kimono-sakaeya.com/Tokyo/?page_id=26 (Booking)

https://www.facebook.com/sakaeya2daime (Facebook)

Address: Harajuku/Meiji shrine area

TEL: 070-5556-4393

Okamoto Kimono Rental (レンタル着物岡本)

Okamonoto Kimono Rental is one of the biggest Kimono rental companies in Kyoto. They focus on serving tourists so they are tourist friendly. They have English and Chinese speaking employees that can assist you. They have reasonably priced packages starting at only 3000 yen! You can also your hair done for 500 yen. They have four stores in the Kyoto including the main store just by the Kiyomizu temple. Check them out on Facebook for further updates!

Link: http://kimono-sakaeya.com/Tokyo/ (Website home)

http://www.okamoto-kimono.com/reserve/form/reserve_en.php (Reservation)

https://www.facebook.com/okamotokimono (Facebook)

Address:〒605-0846 6-538-14 Gojouhashi Higashi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi

TEL: 075-531-7890

OME Kimono Museum (青梅きもの博物館)

Ome Kimono Museum located in the countryside of Tokyo has over 500 historically significant Kimonos. Every three months, they rotate Kimono collections and events. This private museum is over 200 years old displaying Kimonos from the Imperial household and Kimonos worn by noble samurai families during the Edo Period.

Link: http://www3.kitanet.ne.jp/~kimono/oume/

Tickets: 800 yen (Adults) 500 yen (Children)

Address: 4 Chome-617 Baigō, Oume-shi, Tokyo 198-0063

Hours: Open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (Closed during December to Feburary) 10:00~16:00 )

TEL: 0428-76-2019

MEGURO GAJOEN (目黒雅叙園)

Meguro Gajoen also known as the 'Showa Era Palace of the Dragon King,' is a perfect venue is you want to get exposed to Japanese culture in a day. They possess luxurious traditional Japanese art works and more importantly, they are known for holding Japan's first comprehensive wedding hall. During the summer, they offer multiple affordable events and packages which comes along with a tour of Meguro Gajoen, complimentary lunch/dinner buffet, tea ceremony and more! Please check their website for further updates as events vary every year.

Link: https://www.megurogajoen.co.jp/english/ (English)

https://www.megurogajoen.co.jp/ (Japanese)

-The Japanese site is more useful as they update it more frequently. Please contact them via email or by calling them for further assistance.

https://www.facebook.com/okamotokimono (Facebook)

Address: 1-8-1 Shimomeguro, Meguro, Tokyo 153-0064, Japan

TEL: 03-3491-4111