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Posing in a kimono on the path through the bamboo grove in Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan

Kimono Rental

Arashiyama Kimono Rental

Want to take photos in kimonos at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove? It’s a unique photo op you will treasure forever!

If you are looking to dress in a traditional Japanese kimono and pose for photos on the famous path through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, you can rent a kimono for the day.

Kimono rentals are very popular, so plan to pick yours up early in the day for the best selection.

🍵 Immerse Yourself in a Traditional Tea Ceremony! Participate in the Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI. This 1.5-hour session allows you to wear a kimono and experience the art of Japanese tea preparation.

There are many kimono rental shops in Arashiyama, including just outside the Saga-Arashiyama Station and near the bamboo grove.

>> Check price and availability for your kimono rental now!

If you plan to visit places other than Arashiyama and want to pose in your kimono everywhere you visit on that day, you may want to rent your kimono in Kyoto instead.

Planning a trip to the famous grove? Visit our Arashiyama Bamboo Forest home page for the complete rundown on every single detail!

And if you’re just starting to plan your visit to Japan, check out some of the top things to do in Japan, many of which you absolutely don’t want to miss!

Top 10 Things to Do in Japan
Top 10 Things to Do in Japan

Best Things to Do in Japan at a Glance

PlaceActivities & Best Tours
(Reserve early, these sell out fast!)
TokyoMt Fuji & Hakone, Tokyo highlights, Go-Kart, bar-hopping, sushi-making, local food tour, sumo
KyotoKyoto highlights, Fushimi Inari hike, local food tour, ramen cooking, samurai, kimono tea ceremony, sake tasting, Nara highlights
OsakaOsaka castle, Go Kart, street food, sushi making, Nara highlights, Kyoto highlights

Book these top, 5-star rated, immensely popular Kyoto experiences!