【2025 Latest】Enjoy Kimono Rental in Kyoto/Arashiyama! Excellent Access from Kyoto Gion Store
Arashiyama, a popular tourist destination in Kyoto, is known as a town where kimonos look great, with a landscape that blends seasonal nature and historic buildings. If you take photos in a kimono against the backdrop of Arashiyama's iconic spots such as Togetsukyo Bridge, the Bamboo Grove, temples, and gardens, they are sure to be a hit on social media.
If you're looking to rent a kimono, Kimono Rental Wargo Kyoto Gion Store is convenient. Located just a short walk from Gion-Shijo Station, it offers everything from dressing and hair styling to accessory rentals, ensuring a smooth departure for your strolls in Arashiyama or Gion. Rental plans cover a wide range, including Komon and Houmongi kimonos, as well as men's Montsuki and Hakama, so couples, friends, and families can all enjoy.
In this article, we will introduce recommended coordination examples for enjoying kimono rental in Arashiyama, photogenic spots you'll want to visit in a kimono or yukata, and seasonal highlights. By coordinating your outfit to match the natural scenery, such as spring cherry blossoms, autumn foliage, or winter snowscapes, you can make your Arashiyama sightseeing a more special experience.
Furthermore, since Arashiyama's townscape and bamboo groves have many cobblestone paths and slopes, choosing comfortable zori sandals or Japanese-style shoes will make your walk more enjoyable. Strolling in a kimono or yukata allows you to capture photos rich in the ancient capital's atmosphere unique to Arashiyama. Utilizing a rickshaw or professional photography service can also help you capture even more natural and beautiful shots.
Arashiyama is not just a tourist attraction, but also a place where you can enjoy a more special experience and photogenic photos by exploring it in a rented kimono. Enjoy your Arashiyama sightseeing with kimono coordination tailored to each season: spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
Charms and Access of Kyoto Gion Store
Location: 1-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station
Business Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Features:
Being just a short walk from Gion-Shijo Station, it offers easy access for tourists from afar to explore the Gion and Higashiyama areas.
Kimono rental, yukata rental, hair styling, and accessory rentals such as zori sandals and bags are all available.
After completing your dressing in the store, you can head straight to Arashiyama, Yasaka Shrine, and other destinations, allowing you to enjoy your stroll immediately.
Same-day rentals are available, accommodating sudden changes in plans or sightseeing schedules.
Reasons to Recommend Kimono Rental for Kyoto/Arashiyama Sightseeing
Stand Out in a Townscape Retaining a Japanese Atmosphere
Arashiyama's townscape is a popular tourist area where a distinctly Japanese atmosphere, with old machiya houses, cobblestone paths, and bamboo groves, spreads out. Strolling in a kimono or yukata, you can take evocative photos as if you've stepped into the world of a historical drama. In addition to Togetsukyo Bridge and the Randen railway line, there are numerous photogenic spots such as the Bamboo Grove and the gardens around Tenryu-ji Temple, allowing you to enjoy photography alongside the beauty of nature in each season.
Seasonal changes, especially cherry blossoms in spring, autumn foliage, and snowscapes in winter, further enhance kimono and yukata outfits, making them popular with tourists. By utilizing kimono rental, you can easily coordinate your look and capture photos that harmonize with Arashiyama's scenery.
Abundance of Photogenic Spots
Arashiyama is dotted with numerous spots where kimonos and yukatas look great in photos, such as Togetsukyo Bridge, the Bamboo Grove, Tenryu-ji Temple, and Nonomiya Shrine. Especially during the cherry blossom season in spring and the autumn foliage season, even amidst the crowds of tourists, strolling in a kimono or yukata creates a beautiful contrast with the scenery, allowing you to easily take photos that are perfect for social media. With backgrounds like the green bamboo groves, temple gardens, and old machiya houses, you can capture a photogenic shot from any angle.
Furthermore, Arashiyama has a calm atmosphere throughout the town, so strolling in a rented kimono becomes a special experience where you can fully savor the ancient capital's charm. By taking photos in a kimono against the backdrop of seasonal nature and historic buildings, your travel memories will become even more vivid.
Recommended Seasons for Kimono Rental in Kyoto/Arashiyama Sightseeing
From spring cherry blossoms and autumn foliage to New Year's visits and winter snowscapes, each season offers a perfect opportunity to enjoy Arashiyama in a kimono or yukata.
Spring
Cherry Blossoms (late March - early April)
The period when cherry blossoms are in full bloom, such as around Togetsukyo Bridge, the Bamboo Grove, and Tenryu-ji Temple's garden, is an excellent time for photos in a kimono or yukata.
Summer
Fresh Greenery (May - June)
The season when the bamboo groves and Arashiyama's mountains are lush and green. Yukatas in subdued colors stand out beautifully amidst the greenery.
Summer Festivals / Illuminations (July - August)
Enjoy evening strolls in yukata during illuminations and events around Tenryu-ji Temple and Togetsukyo Bridge.
Autumn
Autumn Foliage (mid-November - early December)
When Arashiyama's mountains and the area around Togetsukyo Bridge are dyed red and orange, combining them with kimono colors creates a very photogenic scene.
Winter
Snowscapes (December - February)
On snowy days, kimonos in subdued colors stand out beautifully against the backdrop of the ethereal bamboo groves and Togetsukyo Bridge.
Hatsumode (New Year's Visit) (January)
A time when you can enjoy Hatsumode at Tenryu-ji Temple and nearby shrines in a kimono.
Arashiyama Coordination Achieved with Kimono Rental Wargo
Introduction to Popular Rental Plans
If you want to enjoy Arashiyama sightseeing in a kimono or yukata, Kimono Rental Wargo's diverse plans are highly recommended. A wide range of coordinations are available, including retro modern, antique, and Taisho Roman styles, so couples, friends, and families can all enjoy. At the Kyoto Gion store, dressing, hair styling, and accessory rentals are all available, allowing you to depart empty-handed and head straight for Arashiyama sightseeing and photo shoots.
Adult Cute & Antique Style Coordination
Komon kimonos, adorned with delicate patterns, create a calm, adult-cute atmosphere. They pair perfectly with Arashiyama's scenic spots such as the bamboo groves, Togetsukyo Bridge, and temples/shrines, making them ideal for sightseeing and photography. By choosing kimono colors that match the season, you can also enjoy the contrast with seasonal scenery like cherry blossoms and autumn foliage.
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Japanese Modern Retro Modern Houmongi Adult Coordination
By combining a Houmongi kimono in subdued colors with Japanese-style accessories, you can enjoy an elegant and photogenic kimono coordination against the backdrop of Arashiyama's historic buildings and bamboo groves. Houmongi kimonos are also recommended for special occasions and commemorative photos.
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Modern Kimono & Hakama Coordination for Couples and Men
For men, modern kimono and hakama plans are also available. Couples and friends can enjoy coordinating their outfits. You can fully enjoy strolling and taking photos in Japanese attire against the backdrop of Arashiyama's scenery, such as Togetsukyo Bridge, the Bamboo Grove, and Tenryu-ji Temple.
Special discounts are available for couple plans and web pre-payment, allowing you to rent for 1100 yen less!
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Recommended for Dates and Anniversaries! Arashiyama Couple Kimono Coordination
Kimono rental plans for couples are perfect for strolling and walking around Arashiyama.
If you both wear Japanese attire, you can take photogenic photos against the backdrop of bamboo groves and historic buildings.
It's also ideal for anniversaries and special dates, adding a touch of splendor to your day in Arashiyama.
With affordable plans, you can easily enjoy a couple's kimono experience, making it highly recommended for creating memories.
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Recommended for Students! Student Discount Plan to Enjoy Arashiyama Affordably
With a student-exclusive discount plan, you can rent a Houmongi kimono in subdued colors at a great price! By combining it with Japanese-style accessories, you can enjoy an elegant and photogenic kimono coordination against the backdrop of Arashiyama's historic buildings and bamboo groves.
It's perfect for special occasions and commemorative photos, with pricing that even students will find 'affordable'.
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Enjoy in Style! Arashiyama Lace Kimono Rental Plan
With a gorgeous and elegant lace kimono plan, it's perfect not only for strolling through Arashiyama but also for cafe hopping and city walks.
With subdued colors and lace designs, you'll achieve a photogenic look no matter where you take photos.
As an affordable lace kimono rental plan, it's recommended not only for special occasions and commemorative photos but also for those who want to casually enjoy a city stroll.
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Recommended Photo Spots in Kyoto/Arashiyama
Togetsukyo Bridge and Katsura River
Togetsukyo Bridge, where you can enjoy seasonal scenery, is a classic spot for Arashiyama sightseeing. Just walking along the river in a kimono makes for picturesque photos.
Address: Saga Nakanoshima-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Access:
Approx. 5-minute walk from Hankyu Arashiyama Line 'Arashiyama Station'
Approx. 15-minute walk from JR San-in Main Line 'Saga-Arashiyama Station'
Business Hours: The bridge itself is open all day (24 hours)
Admission Fee: Free
Recommended Points:
Enjoy seasonal scenery (cherry blossoms, autumn foliage, snowscapes)
Ideal for kimono photography during strolls along the Bamboo Grove and river
Many cafes and souvenir shops nearby
Bamboo Grove
The green tunnel is enchanting, and the contrast with the colors of kimonos and yukatas is beautiful. The soft morning light is recommended for photography.
Overview: A famous walking path in Arashiyama, where tall bamboo trees line both sides, offering an enchanting atmosphere.
Access:
Approx. 10-minute walk from Hankyu Arashiyama Line 'Arashiyama Station'
Approx. 15-minute walk from JR San-in Main Line 'Saga-Arashiyama Station'
Business Hours: Open all day (24 hours)
Admission Fee: Free
Recommended Points:
Walking early in the morning or in the evening means fewer people, making it ideal for photography.
When combined with kimono rental, the Japanese atmosphere is further enhanced.
After passing through the grove, you can also access Togetsukyo Bridge and temples.
Where to Enjoy Gourmet Food and Sweets Strolling in Kyoto/Arashiyama?
Mama
Overview
A relaxing restaurant and cafe housed in a renovated machiya townhouse in Arashiyama, blending Japanese charm with Western cuisine (Italian). Its stylish interior and calm atmosphere are appealing, making it perfect for a break or meal during your stroll.
Access
1-5 Arashiyama Nishiichikawa-cho, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 616-0003
Approx. 3-4 minute walk from Hankyu Arashiyama Line 'Arashiyama Station'
Business Hours
Lunch: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Recommended Points
The machiya-style architecture and Western menu (such as pizza) are exquisitely matched, creating a stylish atmosphere that is also great for photos.
You can naturally blend in even in a kimono or yukata, enjoying a relaxed meal or cafe time.
While casual, it offers high-quality dishes including creative desserts, allowing you to spend a leisurely time.
Convenient for stopping by during your Arashiyama stroll, and perfect for a break during your photo spot tour.
Miffy Sakura Kitchen Arashiyama Store
Overview
Miffy Kitchen & Bakery is a cafe and bakery in Arashiyama where you can enjoy 'bread and sweets' and 'goods'. The store offers freshly baked bread, the popular 'Miffy Anpan', various baked goods, and a wide selection of kitchenware and souvenir items.
Access
Address: 20-27 Saga Tenryuji Susukinobaba-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Business Hours
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Recommended Points
A lineup featuring freshly baked bread and baked goods, including the popular 'Miffy Anpan'. Its cuteness will satisfy both bread lovers and character fans.
Kitchenware and souvenirs are also available, making it easy to choose gifts during your sightseeing.
Located near Arashiyama's tourist spots, it's a convenient location to stop by during your strolls and visits to famous places.
You can take a break in the cafe space or get takeout. In a cute atmosphere, you can easily create 'Kyoto travel memories'.
eXcafe
A popular Japanese cafe in Arashiyama where you can relax while gazing at the garden and grill dango over an irori hearth. A famous spot that also looks great for kimono photos.
Overview: A cafe with a Japanese modern atmosphere. It features an irori hearth and a Japanese-style garden, where you can enjoy light meals such as grilled dango and matcha sweets.
Access: Approx. 7-minute walk from Hankyu Arashiyama Line 'Arashiyama Station'
Business Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (may vary by season and day)
Closed: Irregular holidays
Recommended Points:
Photogenic with its Japanese-style garden and irori seating.
Becomes a photogenic shooting spot when combined with kimono rental.
Enjoy light meals and sweets inside the store or on the terrace.
Bread, Espresso & Arashiyama Garden 'Espresso to'
Photoshoots at historic temples and shrines create special memories. Combining them with kimonos, the gardens, torii gates, and stone-paved paths make for atmospheric pictures.
Overview: A cafe nestled in a tranquil garden in Arashiyama. Enjoy their famous fluffy bread and carefully selected espresso.
Access: Approximately 5 minutes walk from Arashiyama Station on the Hankyu Arashiyama Line.
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (may vary by season and day).
Closed: Irregular holidays.
Highlights:
Enjoy a relaxing time on the terrace seats overlooking the garden.
A photogenic spot where the traditional Japanese scenery and the cafe's modern aesthetic shine when visited in a kimono.
Perfect for breakfast, light meals, sweets, and cafe time.
Crepe & Espresso Arashiyama Store
A Japanese-style cafe in Arashiyama where you can enjoy crepes and espresso. Perfect for kimono photoshoots with sweets!
Overview: A stylish spot in Arashiyama's Japanese modern cafe where you can enjoy specialty crepes and espresso.
Access: Approximately 5 minutes walk from Arashiyama Station on the Hankyu Arashiyama Line.
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (may vary by season and day).
Closed: Irregular holidays.
Highlights:
Take photogenic pictures inside the store or on the terrace with a Japanese garden backdrop.
The Japanese modern atmosphere is further enhanced when visited in a kimono.
Offers light meals, sweets, and drinks, making it ideal for a break.
Kyoto/Arashiyama Kimono Rental Sightseeing Route Example (Approx. 4-5 hours)
Kimono Rental Wargo Kyoto Gion Store for Dressing
Duration: Approx. 1 hour
Key Point: Komon, Houmongi, and men's Montsuki-Hakama are also available for rent. Hair styling and accessory rentals are included, so you'll be fully prepared before departure.
Togetsukyo Bridge and Riverside Stroll
Duration: Approx. 30 minutes
Highlight: Taking photos in a kimono or yukata with Togetsukyo Bridge in the background creates a photogenic combination of Arashiyama's scenery and your outfit. Especially recommended during cherry blossom season in spring and autumn foliage season.
Stroll through the Bamboo Grove Path
Duration: Approx. 30 minutes
Highlight: The path through the bamboo grove is quiet and mystical. It's a perfect spot for photos in a kimono or yukata amidst the stone pavement and lush greenery.
Tenryu-ji Temple and Garden Sightseeing
Duration: Approx. 1 hour
Highlight: The combination of the garden's pond, moss garden, autumn foliage, and kimonos is beautiful. Ideal for photography and a leisurely stroll.
Break at a Japanese Cafe or for Sweets in the Arashiyama Area
Duration: Approx. 1 hour
Highlight: Enjoy meals and sweets at Japanese modern cafes like eXcafe or Bread, Espresso & Arashiyama Garden, and also take photos in your kimono or yukata.
Return Journey or Souvenir Shopping (Arashiyama Shopping Street, etc.)
Duration: Approx. 30 minutes
Highlight: Finally, buy souvenirs or stroll through the townscape around Arashiyama Shopping Street and Togetsukyo Bridge. Enjoy the atmosphere of the ancient capital in your kimono or yukata.
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Tips for Enjoying Kyoto/Arashiyama Sightseeing in a Kimono
Comfortable Shoes and Attire
Arashiyama has many walking paths, including stone pavements, slopes, and the bamboo grove path, so it's recommended to choose comfortable zori sandals or Japanese-style shoes. If you can stroll comfortably in your kimono or yukata, you can fully enjoy Arashiyama's famous spots like Togetsukyo Bridge, the bamboo grove path, and Tenryu-ji Temple, and take photos smoothly.
Utilizing Rickshaws and Photography Services
For Arashiyama sightseeing, riding a rickshaw through the town or utilizing professional photography services can help you capture your kimono or yukata attire more beautifully. Kimono Rental Wargo also offers photography plans, allowing you to easily take photogenic shots against the unique Arashiyama scenery, such as Togetsukyo Bridge and the bamboo grove path.
Cute Commemorative Photos with Purikura
Purikura (photo booth) spots are also popular as a new way to enjoy Arashiyama sightseeing. Taking Purikura photos in your kimono or yukata allows for easy decoration and creates SNS-worthy memories. For trips with friends or couples, combining professional photography with Purikura will make your Kyoto sightseeing both cute and glamorous.
Summary & Booking Information
Starting from the Kyoto Gion store provides smooth access to Arashiyama from Kyoto Station. Same-day visits are also welcome, so you can rest assured even with sudden changes in plans. Use kimono rental to enjoy a special day against the backdrop of Arashiyama's scenery.
Kimono Rental Wargo Kyoto Gion Store
Address: Gion OKI Building 2F, 216 Nakanomachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto (Shijo-dori Yamatooji Nishi-iru)
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
How to Book: Advance reservations available from the official website
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