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Kimono rental in osaka

Age 2+

We allow you to rent a kimono inside and outside our facility which used to be a geisha house and has many picturesque backdrops with professional lighting.

Renting kimono in Osaka can be a fun and memorable experience. Lockers for your belongings, free simple hair styling, various choices of kanzashi and hairpins, multilingual staff, plus size kimono and more.

For travelers to Kansai, renting a kimono and strolling the streets may be associated with Kyoto but it actually is more fun and memorabla when it is done in Osaka. You can rent the most popular designs at this convenient location and then take a picture in front of dozens of different kinds of backdrops at Maikoya. There are large size kimonos, kimonos for men and kimono for young kids. Also the location is very convenient so you don’t have to worry about returning your kimono to a far place.

Included

  • Kimono wearing
  • Hairstyling (simple style)
  • Kanzashi and hairpins
  • Special socks
  • Innerwear
  • Kimono rental (until 6pm)

The kimono is a beautiful item of traditional clothing, and is immediately associated with Japan. When you’re in Osaka, do yourself the favor of wearing a real kimono. For women, you can experience putting on a kimono layer by layer until the beautiful silk outer garment is finally tied with the obi sash. And although putting on a kimono is much less complicated for men, it’s still a great way to gain an understanding of how it feels to dress in authentic Japanese clothing.

Don’t worry about how difficult the process of putting on a kimono is because an expert will be helping you all the way. As you’re getting dressed, feel free to ask questions to learn more about the history of the kimono and how it has evolved over time. Or ask about each item to find out what it’s called and how it functions to make the kimono look the way it does. You can also learn some of the occasions for wearing kimono, and the different types of kimono that people wear. And if you so desire, the staff will apply style your hair in a way fitting of any kimono you choose to wear.

You’ll find everything you need here; various types of kimono from different periods of Japanese history, as well as accessories such as appropriate footwear and purses, will make your look complete. There’s an assortment of items for men, women, and children, so you’re certain to find something that you’ll love. And don’t worry about your belongings because there are lockers you can use to keep your personal items secure.

If you would like to see how you look in traditional Japanese attire, heritage house is the place to visit. This is a wonderful and memorable opportunity for you and your whole family. Come and find out what it’s like to dress up in a traditional Japanese kimono!

  • Included
    hair accessories
    hairstyling (simple style)
    innerwaer
    socks
    kimono rental (until 6pm)
  • Not Included
    Transportation
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
    Warm clothes
    ***In winter season, we recommend you to wear a scarf, thin thermal shirt and leggings to keep you warm (Tights is not suitable for Japanese footwear "zori").
    ***You can rental warm clothes with additional fee at MAIKOYA.
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    MAIKOYA OSAKA

    Maikoya Contact the Host
    Address: 1 Chome-22-7 Shinmachi, Nishi Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture 550-0013
    Phone: 06-6556-6257
    Book online and get your voucher via email instantly!
    Maikoya Osaka offers unique cultural experiences where visitors can engage in various cultural activities such as the traditional tea ceremony, Japanese calligraphy, origami, kimono dressing and much more. Maikoya Osaka is the only place in Japan where visitors can meet and chat with a maiko in training anytime of the year.

    Learning about a country through cultural workshops and activities will give you a better understanding of our intricate history, valued social principals and holistic way of life. By learning about Japan and its people through activities and lessons such as tea ceremony, kimono dressing, Japanese cooking and the life of a samurai, you will be immersed in different perspectives and approaches that are unique to this country. Maikoya offers you opportunities to understand this culture through local instructors and guides. There is no better way to learn about a new place from the viewpoints of those who grew up and live in this amazing country. What better way to spend a day than learning a traditional, beautiful new activity with a knowledgeable tutor in a picturesque setting? You wouldn’t find friendlier people to help you experience Japan in all its splendor. *** Please let us know if you have any food allergies, Halal, vegan or vegetarian preferences.

    Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
    1- Do you accept walk-ins? For tea ceremony, kimono experience, calligraphy and the samurai experience we accept walk ins. However, there is a possibility that you may need to wait sometime to be served if you show up without any reservation. So, we kindly recommend reserving in advance.
    2-Do you have kimonos for kids? Yes, we do have small size kimonos for kids. Just let us know the age/height of your child in advance.
    3- Can I walk outside wearing the kimono for the rest of the day? This depends on the season.Some seasons we allow the customers to walk outside and take pictures. We have the kimono rental option, for a small additional fee you can stroll the streets of Osaka or visit Osaka castle by wearing a kimono for the rest of the day.
    4- Do you provide any hairdo services? Yes (for females), we will make sure you look your best and your hair matches the traditional kimono style.
    5- How far is your location from the Dotonbori area? How far is your location from Umeda? It is about 18-minute walk or 6-minute taxi ride from Dotonbori. It is about 10-minute train ride or a 15-minute taxi ride from Umeda.
    6- Do you hold your activities in a Japanese house? I want to see inside of a Japanese house. Yes. You have to take your shoes off to get in and all the rooms have the interior like a traditional Japanese house.
    7- Do you have discounts if I want to experience multiple events at once?. For individuals we usually can't offer any discount as we need to prepare for each activity in advance. For groups more than 4, who want to experience multiple activities, please drop us a message with the subject title multiple activities for groups.
    8- Do you only show activities or you explain the meanings, symbols etc?. We are the only place that is supervised by college professors and and focus on cross-cultural awareness. Our experiences are lots of fun and also quite educational.
    9- Do you have a souvenir shop where I can get matcha tea, tea ceremony set, calligraphy set, replica swords etc. to remember my experience?. Yes, we have a gift shop on the first floor.
     

    Call Maikoya: 06-6556-6257

          
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