Reasons why customers choose Yumeyakata
After the founder of Hisako “Kubingwei” founded Gofukuya in Kyoto during the Ansei period, Yumeyakata Headquarters Hosai operated the kimono industry for more than 160 years.
The fifth head, Kubomura, in order to widely promote kimono, opened “Kyoto Kimono Experience Yumeyakata” in Kyoto in 2002.We offer a variety of kimono rental services from furisode and houmongi for formal occasions and casual kimonos for sightseeing.In addition, Yumeyakata also has a photography department and a beauty department responsible for dress and makeup.
Yumeyakata will continue to provide reliable services to people in Kyoto and across the country.
At “Yumeyakata,” a kimono rental store operated by a traditional kimono shop, we produce original kimonos every year, offering a wide selection of styles and patterns. From casual komon-patterned kimonos for strolling around Kyoto to hakama rentals, visiting kimonos, furisode, and yukata, as well as sophisticated adult kimonos in chic colors and authentic silk visiting kimonos and furisode, you can choose the perfect kimono to suit your needs.
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Since Yumeyakata manufactures its own kimonos, we offer a broad size range: children’s sizes from 85cm to 150cm, women’s sizes from S to 4LW, and men’s sizes from 5S to 5L, including plus sizes. No matter your age or body type, you can find a kimono that fits perfectly. If you’re unsure whether we have a size for you, feel free to visit Yumeyakata!
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In addition to kimono rentals, Yumeyakata offers a variety of cultural experiences, such as photography plans, tea ceremony experiences, maiko experiences, and samurai experiences through our partnered plans. Enjoy these activities along with your kimono rental.
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More than 1.3 million customers have used our services. We have been featured in numerous magazines and TV programs, with coverage both in Japan and overseas. We also had the honor of dressing NMB48 members in kimono.
Yumeyakata has a proven track record of providing kimonos for media productions. Our original kimonos and yukatas are highly popular, attracting attention from both domestic and international media. We have been featured in numerous magazines and TV programs.
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With over 30,000 kimonos and yukatas available, Yumeyakata offers everything from casual kimonos for a relaxed stroll in Kyoto to luxurious furisode and wedding kimono plans. We have casual visiting kimonos and furisode available for same-day selection, as well as ceremonial kimonos that can be reserved in advance. Whatever the occasion, we have the perfect kimono for you.
We take pride in our expertise in kimono dressing and hairstyling. All kimono dressers, stylists, and photographers are trained in-house and must pass rigorous examinations before debuting. We do not use temporary staff hired only for the day.
Through our collaboration with our sister store, Kyoto Kimonomachi, we design and produce original kimonos and obi (kimono belts) every year. Some of these designs are exclusive to Yumeyakata rentals or available for purchase only at Kimonomachi.
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While men’s kimonos are typically simple in design, Yumeyakata offers a wide variety of styles, from sophisticated to bold patterns. Our exclusive, stylish kimono designs are highly popular among fashionable men. We have even been featured in the fashion magazine Men’s Non-no.
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Capture breathtaking photos against the stunning scenery of Kyoto. Our location photoshoots showcase the beauty of kimonos in historic settings, including traditional Kyoto townhouses over 100 years old. Our professional photographers specialize in kimono photography, ensuring that you look your best.
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Our store has interpreters available in four languages to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for international visitors.
Yumeyakata also offers kimono rentals for children! Enjoy renting kimonos as a family. We provide options for children 85cm and taller, including hifu and yotsumi rental sets.
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Our Gojo store is just a 1-minute walk from Gojo Station on the Karasuma Subway Line, only one stop from Kyoto Station. If you have heavy luggage, a taxi ride to our store costs just one meter. You can also take a direct bus to Kiyomizu Temple and Gion!
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With a total floor space of over 1,000 tsubo (approx. 3,300 square meters), Yumeyakata is one of the largest kimono rental stores in Kyoto. Our facilities include a waiting area on the first floor, an in-house studio, and dedicated dressing spaces for large groups.