Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden: KOUICHI STORE
- The only place inside Shinjuku Gyoen where you can enjoy kimono rental.
- Our kimono rental & Japanese souvenir shop is uniquely located inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, in a traditional tea house right in front of the iconic Japanese garden.
- Choose your preferred kimono and obi, and let our experts dress and style you!
★Final Return by 4:00 PM: You’ll have free time to explore the garden, so we recommend booking an earlier time slot.
★Please note that kimono rental is limited to inside Shinjuku Gyoen.
★All guests must present a valid passport or government-issued photo ID at check-in. Those without proper identification may not be able to join the activity.
★There is no restroom inside the building. Please use the restroom outside before coming to our shop.
What to expect
- Experience authentic Japan inside Shinjuku Gyoen, Tokyo’s historic national garden.
- Founded 174 years ago, Kouichi Store is a long-established kimono maker.
- Our kimono rental & Japanese souvenir shop is uniquely located inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, housed in a traditional tea house.
★Seasonal Note: From June 1 to September 30, we offer yukata (a lightweight summer kimono) instead of regular kimono, so you can enjoy the garden comfortably during the warmer months.
★Reception, kimono selection, dressing, and hair styling (for women only) take about 60–90 minutes.
★Final Return by 4:00 PM: You’ll have free time to explore the garden, so we recommend booking an earlier time slot.
Good to know
- It’s best to visit in the morning to avoid crowds.
- There is no restroom inside the building. Please use the restroom outside before coming to our shop.
- We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes.
- Please arrive early: it takes about 15–20 minutes to walk from the park entrance to our shop, so allow extra time to avoid being late for your reservation.