Kyoto Kimono Rental – Authentic Kimono Experience in Kyoto

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15 people or above

Group kimono rental plan

For private groups and travel agencies
everyone can experience the kimono and leave memories in the antique Kyoto,
Yumeyakata provides a full set of kimono rental plan.
Yumeyakatacan accept a group of 300 people and a business trip rental service to dress. Be sure to contact us.

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Please feel free to call or contact us for reservations and inquiries.

(10:00~17:30)
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Group Plans

Kimono Experience in Kyoto

Kimono Experience

Special Group Rate 4,180 yen→3,300 yen (tax incl.)
* For groups of 15 to approx. 500 people

This plan allows you to enjoy an authentic kimono experience in Kyoto. Our licensed kimono dressers will take care of you, so even beginners can comfortably rent and wear a kimono with peace of mind. Make unforgettable memories while experiencing traditional culture.

Furthermore, Yumeyakata Gojo Shop offers temporary parking for large buses. The shop is conveniently located close to popular tourist destinations such as Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Gion, and Yasaka Shrine, making it easy for large groups to comfortably enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto.

★ Open year-round (Except Dec 31 – Jan 3) / Early morning dressing available
★ Free on-site dressing and kimono return fees! On-site dressing is available for groups of 60 or more.
★ No early morning fee for 9:00 AM! (Early morning fees apply for 8:00 AM reservations)

★ Special Offer: Free hair ornament rental (Women only)

Kyoto Tea Ceremony Experience

Tea Ceremony Experience Includes matcha green tea and sweets

With Kimono Rental (Kimono Rental + Tea Ceremony)
3,500 yen (tax incl.) / From 3 people / Approx. 50 mins

Without Kimono Rental (Tea Ceremony Only)
3,850 yen (tax incl.) / From 3 people / Approx. 50 mins

At “Yumeyakata Oike Bettei,” a traditional Kyomachiya townhouse with over 100 years of history, and the Japanese-style room at “Yumeyakata Gojo Shop,” where you can enjoy both kimono rental and a tea ceremony in one stop, you can watch an authentic tea ceremony demonstration while listening to the instructor’s explanations. Afterward, you will experience how to bow, properly drink matcha, and whisk the tea yourself.

For corporate and tour groups seeking group kimono rentals and tea ceremony experiences, we offer special pricing so you can easily enjoy Kyoto’s culture. With the support of our experienced kimono dressers and tea ceremony instructors, even beginners can comfortably experience traditional Japanese culture through our kimono and tea ceremony packages. It is also perfect for making unforgettable group memories.

Our Approach to Group Kimono Experiences

To ensure you don’t waste precious time on your tightly scheduled tour, we provide smooth and efficient kimono dressing services within your allotted time.
For groups of 60 or more, we offer on-site dressing services directly at your accommodation.
You can also combine kimono rental with a tea ceremony experience.
We hope your group will enjoy experiencing the heart of Japanese culture through our kimono dressing and tea ceremony, creating wonderful memories in Kyoto.

Why Groups Choose Yumeyakata

  • ◎ Located in the Gojo area of central Kyoto, convenient for sightseeing and travel (3-minute walk from Gojo Station on the Kyoto City Subway).
  • ◎ Large-scale capacity to handle kimono rentals and dressing for 1 to a maximum of 500 people.
  • ◎ Dressing can start from 9:00 AM without any early morning fees.
  • ◎ Reliable, high-quality service provided by experienced kimono dressers and tea ceremony instructors.
  • ◎ On-site dressing services available within Kyoto City and nationwide (60 to 500 people / One of the largest scales in Japan).
Kimono Rental Shop Run by a Traditional Kimono Store

Kimono Rental Shop Run by a Traditional Kimono Store

Operated by a traditional kimono store with a 160-year history, we offer a wide variety of kimono sizes, colors, and patterns. We carry sizes from 5S to 5L for men, and S to 4LW / 4TL for women, ensuring a comfortable fit for all body types.

Excellent Accessibility

Excellent Accessibility

Our shop is located along Gojo-dori, a wide six-lane street, making it easy for large buses to briefly stop for group drop-offs and pick-ups. It is a 3-minute walk from Gojo Station (Karasuma Line) and a 9-minute walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station (Keihan Line). There is also a bus stop right in front of our shop, providing incredibly easy access to Kyoto’s tourist destinations.

Capacity for Large Groups of 100 to 500 People

Capacity for Large Groups of 100 to 500 People

Yumeyakata can accommodate kimono rentals and dressing for large groups ranging from 100 up to 500 people.
By staggering the arrival times of sightseeing buses, we can smoothly guide all types of large groups, including inbound tour groups, company trips, and incentive tours.
With our extensive track record and experience, we offer flexible services tailored to your group’s schedule and movement. Please consult with us with confidence.

Next-Day Hotel Pickup Service Available

Next-Day Hotel (Kyoto Accommodations) Pickup Service Available

Enjoy your kimono rental without worrying about the return time.
* A pickup fee applies for general groups.
* An additional pickup fee is required for areas outside Kyoto City (such as Ohara, Yase, and Otsu).
* If you wish to use the hotel pickup service, please check in advance with your accommodation to confirm if they can hold the kimonos for you.

Free Mini-Lectures Available

Free Mini-Lectures Available

Upon request, we can provide a free 10-to-20-minute mini-lecture for your group. Topics include Kyoto dialect or kimono etiquette. Please feel free to inquire.

About Kimono and Yukata Rentals

Kimono

Men Kinagashi style (kimono without hakama)
Kimono, Kaku-obi (stiff sash), Setta (sandals), Juban (kimono undershirt), Koshi-himo (waist ties), Tabi (split-toe socks), Kinchaku bag (approx. 27cm H × 25cm W)
Depending on the season: Haori (kimono jacket) and Haori-himo (jacket ties)
Women Komon kimono with Han-haba obi (half-width sash)
Kimono (Komon), Han-haba obi, Zori (sandals), Juban (kimono undershirt), Susoyoke (underskirt), Eri-shin (collar stiffener), Obi-ita (sash board), Date-jime (under-sash), Koshi-himo (waist ties), Tabi (split-toe socks), Kinchaku bag (approx. 27cm H × 25cm W), Hair ornament
Free shawl rental during winter

Yukata (Summer)

Men Yukata, Kaku-obi (stiff sash), Setta (sandals), Koshi-himo (waist ties), Kinchaku bag (approx. 27cm H × 19cm W)
Women Yukata, Hadagi (undershirt), Obi (sash), Geta (wooden sandals), Obi-ita (sash board), Date-jime (under-sash), Koshi-himo (waist ties), Kinchaku bag (approx. 17cm H × 27cm W)

Important Notes

* Under the kimono: Please wear a deep-necked (U-neck or V-neck) undershirt, tank top, or camisole. In hot weather, you may choose not to wear an extra inner shirt.
* For cold weather: We highly recommend both men and women wear leggings or thermal underwear to stay warm when going outside during winter.
* Women’s kimono rental includes a special kimono undershirt, but men’s does not. For men, please wear a deep V-neck shirt or a tank top if you prefer to have a layer underneath.
* Women’s yukata rental includes an undershirt, but men’s does not. Light-colored yukatas can be slightly transparent, so we recommend wearing light-colored underwear if you choose a lighter yukata.

From Reservation to Dressing and Return

Visiting Our Shop

Step 1: Reservation

Please make a reservation by phone or email.

Email: info@yumeyakata.com

Please apply at least one week before your visit.

– If it is less than a week away, we may still be able to accommodate you if there are openings the day before or on the actual day. Please contact us to check availability first.
– The estimated dressing time for the whole group is about 40 minutes for up to 40 people, 1 hour for 80 people, 1 hour 15 minutes for 120 people, and 1 hour 30 minutes for 150 people.
– Please specify your preferred dressing start time according to your schedule for the day.
– Yukata will be provided in summer. In winter, men will receive a haori jacket and women will receive a shawl.
– We also offer free hair ornaments for female customers.
– Hair ornaments add an elegant touch to the kimono style and are highly popular among students.
– * Please note that from late May to late September, we primarily offer yukata rentals.

Step 2: Confirmation from Yumeyakata

Step 3: Visit Our Shop

Step 4: Kimono Return

There are three return methods as shown below. Please decide in advance and let us know. 1. Same-day Return: Please return the items by 5:00 PM.
2. Next-day Return: Please return the items by 5:00 PM the following day (Free next-day return).
3. Next-day Hotel Pickup: We will pick up the items in the evening of the following day. Please confirm with your accommodation if they can hold the items for you.
Free pickup for hotels and ryokans within Kyoto City (*An additional fee is required for Yase, Ohara, and areas outside Kyoto City).
* For a bus of 30-40 people, the return process takes about 20 minutes. Our staff will assist with taking off the kimono, but you can also easily take it off yourself.

On-site Dressing

Step 1: Reservation

Please make a reservation by phone or email.

Email: info@yumeyakata.com

* Please check the size of the dressing venue in advance.

Step 2: Send Us the Size List

For on-site dressing, we prepare based on the number of men and women, height, clothing size, and shoe size. Please send the size list at least one month in advance.
– Minimum number of people for on-site dressing: 60 or more.
– Choosing kimonos before dinner on the day before.
* We can also select the kimono colors and patterns for you, attach name tags to the sets, and distribute them.
In this case, we recommend distributing them the day before. It is possible to distribute them on the morning of the dressing day, but it will take extra time in addition to the actual dressing time. If your schedule is tight, we strongly recommend distributing them by the day before.

Step 3: Kimono Return

There are three return methods as shown below. 1. Same-day Return: Please return the items by 5:00 PM.
2. Next-day Return: Please return the items by 5:00 PM the following day.
3. Next-day Hotel Pickup: We will pick up the items in the evening of the following day. Please check with your accommodation to confirm they can hold the items for you.
◆ Important Notes
– We will count the number of bags, so please put one person’s kimono in each non-woven bag. You do not need to fold the kimono.
– For men’s haori-himo (jacket ties), please unhook only one side and do not detach them completely.
◆ Special Benefits for Groups
– Free kimono return and pickup at accommodations within Kyoto City.
* An additional fee applies for Yase, Ohara, and areas outside Kyoto City.
– Free early morning fee (usually 1,100 yen) for 9:00 AM reservations.
– Free hair ornament rental (Women only).

Kimono Rental & Tea Ceremony Set Plan in Kyoto

At Yumeyakata, after enjoying your kimono rental at the Gojo Shop, you can experience an authentic tea ceremony.
This is available at “Yumeyakata Oike Bettei,” an atmospheric traditional Kyomachiya townhouse over 100 years old, or at the “Yumeyakata Gojo Shop,” where you can enjoy both kimono and tea ceremony experiences in one stop.
We hope you can feel the traditional spirit of Kyoto through these two representative Japanese cultural experiences.

  • Kimono Rental and Tea Ceremony Set Plan in Kyoto
  • Kimono Rental and Tea Ceremony Set Plan in Kyoto
  • Kimono Rental and Tea Ceremony Set Plan in Kyoto
  • Kimono Rental and Tea Ceremony Set Plan in Kyoto

Tea Ceremony Experience at Gojo Shop (Japanese-Style Room)
(Example) Estimated Time Schedule
11:00 AM – Kimono rental & dressing at Gojo Shop
11:45 AM – Tea ceremony experience starts in the Japanese-style room at Gojo Shop
12:45 PM – Tea ceremony experience ends
* Please return the kimono to the Gojo Shop by 5:00 PM, or you can leave it at the front desk of your hotel in Kyoto City on the same day.
* Please note that hotel returns may not be accepted depending on the accommodation or conditions. Please contact us or your hotel in advance for details.

  • Kimono Rental and Tea Ceremony Set Plan in Kyoto
  • Kimono Rental and Tea Ceremony Set Plan in Kyoto
  • Kimono Rental and Tea Ceremony Set Plan in Kyoto
  • Kimono Rental and Tea Ceremony Set Plan in Kyoto

Tea Ceremony Experience at Oike Bettei (Traditional Kyomachiya)
(Example) Estimated Time Schedule
11:00 AM – Kimono rental & dressing at Gojo Shop
11:40 AM – Depart from Gojo Shop and move to Oike Bettei on your own
12:00 PM – Tea ceremony experience at Oike Bettei
1:00 PM – Tea ceremony experience ends
* Please return the kimono to the Gojo Shop by 5:00 PM, or you can leave it at the front desk of your hotel in Kyoto City on the same day.
* Please note that hotel returns may not be accepted depending on the accommodation or conditions. Please contact us or your hotel in advance for details.
* If you wish to return the kimono at Oike Bettei (paid service), please consult with us in advance.
* Customers are responsible for their own transportation from the Gojo Shop to Oike Bettei. The estimated travel time by bus is about 15 minutes.

Please feel free to call or contact us for reservations and inquiries.

(10:00~17:30)
Contact Us

Reservation

TEL:075-354-9110(10:00~18:30)

After calling, please contact us using the following fax form.
If there are more than 5 people, please provide a guest list。
For travel agencies, if you are the 1st time using Yumeyakata, please tell us.

Participant

Maximum about 300persons
【If you group is more than 100】You can visit the shop 15 minutes apart.

Time slots

Start accepting appointments at 9am. If an earlier period is required, the morning fee will be charged. *Please contact us for another quote.

Time needed

  • 30~40persons about 40mins
  • 100persons about 50mins
  • 150persons about 1 hour & 20mins

※We will match the belt of the kimono first so that we can guide your guests smoothly and dress.(If hair styling is required, it takes about 1 hour to 1.5 hours)

Small Group・Private group

1.Please make an appointment from a call/e-mail/reservation form.
Please fill in the following information in the reservation remarks column.

(1)Group name (2)Phone number (3)Name List and gender 
※Please inform if there are guests with special stature/height.
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2.If you make an appointment by email, we will contact you to confirm your appointment.

Travel Agency

1.Please call to inform “date, time, number of people, rate of male to female” to confirm the vacancy.
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2.Please make an appointment with FAX and inform the following information.

(1)Visit Date (2)Travel Agency&Group Name/number、(3)Travel Agency Phone Number (4)Name and Contact No. of the tour guide (5)Number of customers(rate of male and female)・gender・kids height
※Please inform if there are guests with special stature/height.
※If fax is not available, please email us to make an appointment.