Updated October 29, 2026
Kimono rental in Japan
You can rent a kimono for a day in most tourist cities in Japan, with the most shops in Kyoto and in Asakusa, Tokyo. Expect roughly ¥4,000–8,000 including dressing.
Kimono or yukata?
A kimono is layered, with a stiff obi belt, and works all year. A yukata is a single layer of light cotton, worn in summer and at festivals. Yukata plans are cheaper, quicker to put on and much cooler in July and August. Many shops only offer yukata from about June to September.
By city
Kyoto
The biggest choice of shops, around Kiyomizu-dera, Gion, Arashiyama and Kyoto Station. Basic plans about ¥4,000–6,000. Kimono rental in Kyoto
Tokyo (Asakusa)
Shops cluster around Kaminarimon and Senso-ji. About ¥4,000–8,000 before extras. Kimono rental in Asakusa
Elsewhere
Kamakura, Kanazawa and other old towns have rental shops too, usually fewer and with earlier return times.
What a plan usually includes
- Kimono, obi, bag and sandals. The basic set.
- Dressing by staff. 20–40 minutes. You can't do the obi alone.
- Hair styling. Included at some shops, an extra at others.
- Locker for your things. Most shops keep your bag while you're out.
Kimono in Japan vs hanbok in Korea
| Typical price | kimono ¥4k–8k · hanbok ₩10k–40k |
|---|---|
| Time to get dressed | kimono 20–40 min · hanbok ~10 min |
| Free entry perk | kimono: some sights, varies · hanbok: Seoul's palaces |
Hanbok goes on over your clothes in minutes and gets you into Seoul's royal palaces without a ticket. Hanbok rental in Seoul
Questions
How much does it cost to rent a kimono in Japan?
Renting a kimono in Japan usually costs about ¥4,000–8,000 per person including dressing, with Kyoto basic plans often around ¥4,000–6,000. Hair styling and next-day return can cost extra.
Is it OK for tourists to wear a kimono in Japan?
Yes. Rental shops exist for visitors, and wearing one to temples and old streets is welcome. Fold the left side over the right; right over left is how the dead are dressed.