Kiyomizu-dera Temple Kimono Rental Experience (Provided by Rental Kimono First, Kyoto)

Wonderful kimono rental experience in Kyoto! The staff were very kind and welcoming. Their English was good, and they also had many hairstyle photos to help communicate hair design ideas easily. They even had an interpreter person/device available, which made everything stress-free. We really appreciated that they did not rush us, and the private changing room was awesome and very comfortable. My kids and my mom absolutely loved the experience. The location was also perfect — very close to Kiyomizu-dera, which saved us a lot of walking. Highly recommend!

I seriously recommend this Kimono rental service. It's my third time with group here, but I must admit "Rental Kimono First" is a serious upgrade comparing to previously chosen ones. The staff is very communicative, helpful, attentive. Their shop is really spacious and very clean. The selection is really wide, and the clothing is in really good condition, smelling fresh and looking nice. They also offer some underclothes, which are really useful during colder days. I will definitely come back here with my next groups.

the selection of kimono is impressive and the whole experience was too notch. The hairstyle and make-up were beautiful and they last for the whole day despite the wind and rain! Highly recommended: the staff was super polite and professional. Thanks again for the great experience!

My visit to this kimono rental place was fantastic! The staff were extremely friendly and made me feel welcome right away. They guided me through the selection process, giving great fashion advice. The dressing room was clean and well-equipped. And the price was very reasonable considering the high-quality kimonos and excellent service. I would definitely come back if I have the chance to visit Japan again.

My visit to this kimono rental place was fantastic! The staff were extremely friendly and made me feel welcome right away. They guided me through the selection process, giving great fashion advice. The dressing room was clean and well-equipped. And the price was very reasonable considering the high-quality kimonos and excellent service. I would definitely come back if I have the chance to visit Japan again.

This kimono rental service exceeded my expectations! The shop has a charming atmosphere, and the kimonos displayed are just beautiful. The staff's attention to detail is remarkable. They helped me choose a kimono that suited me perfectly and styled my hair to complement the outfit. It was so much fun walking around in my kimono, and I received many compliments. I wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great kimono rental experience.

This kimono rental service exceeded my expectations! The shop has a charming atmosphere, and the kimonos displayed are just beautiful. The staff's attention to detail is remarkable. They helped me choose a kimono that suited me perfectly and styled my hair to complement the outfit. It was so much fun walking around in my kimono, and I received many compliments. I wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great kimono rental experience.

It was a rare and unforgettable experience. My daughter and I felt very happy. Although the weather was a bit hot, the underwear under the kimono was completely soaked. We found this store on the Internet. The inside and outside of the store are the same as what we saw in the pictures. This store is also cleaner than other Yamato stores and has two floors with enough space for each customer. It feels very comfortable to enter and feel at ease wearing their kimonos. We arrived at the kimono store at the scheduled time and the staff greeted us very attentively and friendly. Because we had booked in the morning, they would record it in the book. As soon as we arrived, we checked the information in the book without downloading the QR code in advance. Some of them spoke Japanese and some spoke English. Knowing that we were from Hong Kong, the staff who spoke Mandarin came over to greet us immediately. They have many styles and colors of kimonos neatly hung on the counter. There are all kinds of men's, women's and children's styles. They even have the most expensive silk furisode. There are so many styles of kimonos that it is difficult to choose, but the staff will recommend you the right one and match it with a belt and handbag. We paid extra for a more elaborate hairstyle and the hairdresser carefully arranged our hair and matched it with a headdress. If you want to wear makeup, they also provide cosmetics. There is a separate room on the second floor and a special person to put on the kimono for us. We put it on layer by layer in an orderly manner. Most kimono shops require customers to return the kimono before 5 or 5:30, but this shop’s return time is 6 o’clock. If you want to go further to Gion or other shrines to take pictures, you will have plenty of time. I am very satisfied with this experience and the money spent is not too much. I would recommend this kimono shop.

A wide variety of furisode! I bought the premium furisode, and in the store there were many at a higher price, but the range I paid for had so many that it was hard to decide. Then I chose the obi and matching headdress (which can help a lot). It was tied very well without taking my breath away, as comfortable as a kimono can be. I loved the experience!

One of the highlight of my travel here in Kyoto is to wear a traditional clothing of Japan. I found kimonos really nice but when I learned the Hakama, I booked it. They gave me the greatest experience I ever had down from they were dressing me to me walking it down the streets of Japan. I kept telling myself, “Is this how a Hakama should be worn?, It is like I am dreaming!” I am so happy, I am fulfilled, and I am honored to have a Hakama wear. I thank rental first for this experience, I enjiyed their gentle service and beautiful smiles while assisting me. I would definitely book again, this time it will be Premium. 心より感謝申し上げます