Gion, Kyoto, Japan | Kimono Rental Experience, Photo Shoot, and Makeup [Aiwafuku Gion Shijo Store] | English and Chinese Available | Kyoto Kimono Rental Aiwafuku

Store exterior: Located very close to Keihan Gion-Shijo Station! Aiwafuku Gion-Shijo store is on the third floor of a five-story building. Look for the sushi restaurant on the first floor.

Inside the store: There are many kimonos and accessories lined up inside the store. They have a wide selection of kimonos for both men and women.

Kimono selection: Choose your favorite kimono from a wide variety of options. A professional kimono dresser will also suggest a coordination that suits you.

Types of Kimono: We have a wide selection of different types of kimono.

Highest quality furisode plan: We have a wide selection of furisode, featuring gorgeous designs with long sleeves and sparkling gold and silver.

Couples Kimono/Yukata Plan: Choose your favorite kimono/yukata for each other and enjoy it together at a great price.

Women's Kimono/Yukata Plan: Choose your favorite kimono from a wide selection of designs and enjoy the kimono experience empty-handed.

Men's and children's kimono and yukata plan (men's kimono and formal men's black crested hakama kimono): The casual men's kimono is recommended for kimono beginners. The black crested hakama is a formal Japanese attire and is recommended for use in conjunction with a photo shoot.

Men's and children's kimono and yukata plan (boys' and girls' kimono): We have a wide range of cute children's kimonos available in sizes starting from 70cm tall.

Men's and children's kimono and yukata plan (formal wear for boys and girls): We have kimonos for girls aged seven, boys aged five, and girls aged three.

Dressing: A professional dresser will dress you in your kimono. The obi will be tied in a cute style that suits each person.

Hair styling: A nationally certified professional hairdresser will do your hair styling. You can wear as many hair accessories as you like.

Hair Ornaments: There is no limit to the number of hair ornaments you can wear.

Hair styling menu: Consult with your hairdresser to find the cutest hairstyle that suits you best.

Going out: It's conveniently located close to Yasaka Shrine and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Shirakawa, famous for its pre-wedding photo shoots, is just a 1-minute walk away! There are plenty of photo spots perfect for wearing a kimono.

Return: Customers arriving by 12:00 must return by 16:30, and customers arriving after 12:00 must return by 17:30.

[Japanese Makeup] A professional makeup service that will make you look even more beautiful than you are now. The service takes approximately 15 minutes. A professional beautician will carefully apply foundation, eye makeup (eyeshadow, eyeliner, mascara), eyebrows, blush, and lipstick to match your kimono. Please make a reservation together with your kimono rental.

[Location photo shoot by a professional photographer] You can book a 30-minute course (approximately 50 photos), a 60-minute course (approximately 100 photos), or a 120-minute course (approximately 200 photos). A download URL for the photo data will be sent to you via email at a later date. Please book together with kimono rental.

Other store return option: You can use the "Other store return" option to return the kimono at a store other than the one you rented it from, depending on your sightseeing route. Since you can return it along the way, you can use your time effectively according to your sightseeing plan and avoid unnecessary travel. If you would like to use this option, please inform the reception on the day. (An additional 1,100 yen per person)

English maps available