Kyoto: Kimono Makeover, Photoshoot, and Guided Tour

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Kyoto: Kimono Makeover, Photoshoot, and Guided Tour

By Liulian Travel

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Features

Free cancellation available
3h+
Mobile voucher
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Multiple languages

Overview

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture with a kimono makeover
Enjoy a private photoshoot in the iconic Gion district and Yasaka Shrine
Follow a professional photographer to the most scenic spots in Kyoto
Avoid crowded tourist traps and capture elegant memories
Tailor the experience to your pace and preferences

Activity location

- Kyoto
- Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

- 100 Tatsumichō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0855日本 | Capture your Kyoto memories! Includes Komon or Yukata (Summer limited) rentals and a professional 1-hour photoshoot. Receive ALL original digital photos plus 12 expert retouches. Private session perfect for solo travelers, couples, or groups.
- Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Kyoto: Kimono & Yukata Rental (Photoshoot Optional)

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Wander Kyoto's historic streets in beautiful kimono at your own pace. This rental includes full dressing, basic hair styling, and all accessories. NOTE: a professional photoshoot is NOT included — add the 'Professional Photoshoot' option at checkout

Travellers

Languages available

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Price details

RM 133.00 x 1 AdultRM 133.00

Total

What's included, what's not

Full kimono dressing (approx. 2 hours) with basic hair styling
High-quality kimono rental
Kimono hair accessories
Obi sash
Japanese-style kimono bag
Traditional sandals (Geta/Zori)
New Tabi socks (not included with Yukata); a warm shawl is provided in winter
Private 1-hour photoshoot with a professional photographer + English-speaking guide + ALL original digital photos + 12 retouched photos — INCLUDED in the "Komon Kimono & 1-Hour Professional Photoshoot" and "All-inclusive Luxury Kimono & 1-Hour Photoshoot" options; OPTIONAL PAID ADD-ON for the "Kimono & Yukata Rental (Photoshoot Optional)" option (add at checkout, no on-site changes)
Makeup service
Transportation to and from the studio
One-way walking guide service from our shop to the photoshoot location
Meals and drinks
Personal items (e.g. undergarments, hair accessories not provided by us)

Know before you book

Not suitable for: Pregnant women

What you can expect

PLEASE NOTE: This product offers several options. A private photoshoot with a professional photographer is included in our photoshoot packages. If you select the “Kyoto: Kimono & Yukata Rental (Photoshoot Optional)” option, the photoshoot is NOT included in the base price — it can be added as an optional add-on at checkout. Kimono dressing, basic hair styling, and all accessories are included in every option.
Begin your bespoke Kyoto journey at an exclusive studio in the historic heart of the city. Your booking time marks your studio arrival — from there, our team will guide you through approximately 2 hours of kimono dressing and basic hair styling before your private photoshoot begins.
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture as our professional stylists provide a meticulous kimono dressing session, complementing your extensive selection of high-quality kimonos available for both men and women. Basic hair styling is included for guests with sufficient hair length.
Once fully styled, step out into the timeless beauty of Kyoto's traditional streets. Follow your professional photographer and English-speaking guide on a customized route through the iconic Gion district and the stunning surroundings of Yasaka Shrine. Leveraging deep local expertise, we intentionally navigate away from crowded tourist traps. Instead, your photographer will guide you to the most cinematic, serene hidden alleys and quiet stone paths, ensuring your memories are beautifully and elegantly captured without the distraction of heavy crowds.
Whether you are a solo traveler seeking artistic portraits, a couple capturing romantic moments, or a family creating vibrant memories, this private experience is tailored entirely to your pace and preferences. Relax and enjoy the moment as we turn your Kyoto visit into a flawlessly documented visual story.
Please note: during peak tourist seasons, popular photography spots may occasionally involve a brief pause — a natural rhythm of shooting in Kyoto's beloved historic streets. Your photographer's full one-hour attention remains dedicated exclusively to your group throughout.

Location

Activity location

- Kyoto
- Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

- 100 Tatsumichō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0855日本 | Capture your Kyoto memories! Includes Komon or Yukata (Summer limited) rentals and a professional 1-hour photoshoot. Receive ALL original digital photos plus 12 expert retouches. Private session perfect for solo travelers, couples, or groups.
- Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
- 100 Tatsumichō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0855日本 | Capture your Kyoto memories! Includes Komon or Yukata (Summer limited) rentals and a professional 1-hour photoshoot. Receive ALL original digital photos plus 12 expert retouches. Private session perfect for solo travelers, couples, or groups.
- Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan