Japan · KIMONO EXPERIENCES IN KYOTO

15 Kimono Experiences in Kyoto to Plan a Day Around

81 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.9 average  ·  from $18

Every Japan itinerary has one slot too few. These 15 kimono experiences in Kyoto earn theirs, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes instead of an evening.

[Kyoto & Nara Day Tour] Sagano Scenic Railway & Nara Park & Fushimi Inari Taisha Thousand Torii Gates & Togetsukyo Bridge & Bamboo Grove & Kimono Forest (Departing from Osaka) - Fushimi Inari: a walk beneath thousands of gates
Day Trips, Day Trips in Kyoto, Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Temples and Shrines, Temples and Shrines in Kyoto, Tour Reviews, Tours, Train Experiences

[Kyoto & Nara Day Tour] Sagano Scenic Railway & Nara Park & Fushimi Inari Taisha Thousand Torii Gates & Togetsukyo Bridge & Bamboo Grove & Kimono Forest (Departing from Osaka)

1.[Kyoto & Nara Day Tour] Sagano Scenic Railway & Nara Park & Fushimi Inari Taisha Thousand Torii Gates & Togetsukyo Bridge & Bamboo Grove & Kimono Forest (Departing from Osaka)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10,942 reviews · 9 hours · from $45Our pick

Travel from Osaka or Kyoto for a guided day among Nara’s deer, Fushimi Inari’s red gates, and Arashiyama’s bamboo paths and bridge. The day runs about nine hours, with an optional Sagano Scenic Railway ticket package. Guides vary; names include Cicy, Carter, Rex, and Sarah.

“We had an absolutely fantastic day tour, and it was entirely thanks to our incredible guide, Rex, and our wonderful driver! Rex was the perfect tour guide-exceptionally kind, patient, and attentive to everyone in the group. He kept us well-organized, provided clear and helpful updates throughout the day, and ensured we never felt rushed at any of the beautiful stops. He even went above and beyond with thoughtful gestures like taking great photos for us and giving us lovely postcards as a souvenir. His energy and warmth made the whole trip so memorable! Our driver also deserves a huge thank you. We felt completely safe and comfortable the entire day.…”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour: Gion District & Hidden Gems - Starting beside Hotel Alza Kyoto
Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Kyoto

Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour: Gion District & Hidden Gems

2.Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour: Gion District & Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,273 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Explore Gion’s geisha culture, temples, machiya houses, and quiet lanes on a two-hour Kyoto walking tour with local tips.

“We had a fantastic experience on the Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour, thanks to Michael. He is incredibly knowledgeable and explained the history, traditions, and cultural significance of Gion and Geisha in such an engaging and easy-to-understand way. Every stop felt meaningful as he brought old Kyoto to life with fascinating details and stories. What truly elevated the tour were his thoughtful recommendations and travel tips, which were very helpful for the rest of our stay. The pace was comfortable, never rushed, and Michael’s enthusiasm made the entire walk enjoyable and interactive. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a deeper, more authentic understanding of Kyoto. Thank you, Michael, for s...”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour with Geisha Trivia - Hanamikoji and the rules of geisha culture
Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Kyoto

Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour with Geisha Trivia

Kyoto: Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - Stories of Geisha - Pontocho Alley and Kyoto after dark
Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Kyoto

Kyoto: Gion Geisha District Walking Tour – Stories of Geisha

4.Gion Geisha District Walking Tour – Stories of Geisha

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,187 reviews · 2 hours · from $20

Explore Kyoto’s Gion and Pontocho at night, hear geisha stories, visit Yasaka Shrine, and learn local customs for $20.

“Our tour was so interesting and Yukari was an awesome guide! It was the perfect taste of Gion and the walk was easy with lots of opportunities for questions. Yukari had a great knowledge of the history of geisha!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Best of Kyoto: Gion, Geisha, Pagodas & Cobblestones - Starting near Yasaka Shrine
Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Tour Reviews

Best of Kyoto: Gion, Geisha, Pagodas & Cobblestones

5.Best of Kyoto: Gion, Geisha, Pagodas & Cobblestones

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,058 reviews · 2 hours · from $24

Explore Kyoto’s Gion and Higashiyama by lantern light, with shrines, pagodas, geisha culture, quiet lanes, and local food tips.

“Ben was an amazing guide!!! i wish we met him at the start of our time in kyoto and not just at the end. He gave us such an intresting background on the city with super informative high quality slides on his tablet I didnt know how much i dont know”

Check availability →Read our full review

Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District - Walking the streets seen in Memoirs of a Geisha
Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Kyoto

Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto’s Geisha District

6.Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto’s Geisha District

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,003 reviews · 1h 40m · from $21

Explore Gion at night on a 100-minute English walking tour covering geiko culture, Kyoto history, local etiquette, and scenic streets.

“Great experience! It was beautiful at night, and we saw many geishas because our guide had previously taken us to a less crowded district.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kyoto Kimono Rental Experience (Optional Exquisite Hair Styling/Japanese Makeup/Photography) (Ookini Kiyomizu-dera Main Store) - Choosing a kimono without losing half the morning
Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Temples and Shrines, Temples and Shrines in Kyoto, Tour Reviews

Kyoto Kimono Rental Experience (Optional Exquisite Hair Styling/Japanese Makeup/Photography) (Ookini Kiyomizu-dera Main Store)

7.Kyoto Kimono Rental Experience (Optional Exquisite Hair Styling/Japanese Makeup/Photography) (Ookini Kiyomizu-dera Main Store)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,700 reviews · from $18Best value

At Ookini’s Kiyomizu-dera shop, choose a kimono or yukata, get dressed with help from a professional dresser, and head out toward Kiyomizu-dera, Sannenzaka, and Gion. Plans vary: some include hairstyling, while makeup and photography are optional extras. Free return options can save you a trip back to the shop.

“The shop is located near Kiyomizu-dera Temple, making it very convenient to visit Kiyomizu-dera, Ninenzaka, and Sannenzaka after getting dressed in a kimono. There are many kimono styles in the shop with a truly wide selection, communication with the staff was easy, and the overall experience was wonderful.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha - Meeting in Shijo and Reaching the Old Quarter
Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Kyoto

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour – The Stories of Geisha

Kyoto Gion: 2-Hour Geisha Culture & History Walking Tour - Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka: Kyoto’s Famous Photo Streets
2-Hour Experiences, Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Kyoto

Kyoto Gion: 2-Hour Geisha Culture & History Walking Tour

Kyoto Kimono Rental Experience (Optional Elegant Hairstyle/Japanese Makeup/Photography) (Ookini Kimono Rental Yasaka Shrine Gion Store) - Choosing a kimono without rushing
Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Temples and Shrines, Temples and Shrines in Kyoto, Tour Reviews

Kyoto Kimono Rental Experience (Optional Elegant Hairstyle/Japanese Makeup/Photography) (Ookini Kimono Rental Yasaka Shrine Gion Store)

10.Kyoto Kimono Rental Experience (Optional Elegant Hairstyle/Japanese Makeup/Photography) (Ookini Kimono Rental Yasaka Shrine Gion Store)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,091 reviews · 30 mins · from $18

At Ookini Kimono Rental’s Yasaka Shrine Gion shop, choose a kimono or yukata, get help dressing, and add a hairstyle, makeup, or photo session if you wish. The shop is close to Yasaka Shrine and handy for exploring Gion and nearby sights. The basic visit takes about 30 minutes; return options can include another store or your Kyoto hotel.

“The photographer will take you to unique scenic landmarks for the photoshoot and will guide you on how to pose.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI - Sitting on tatami for the tea ceremony
Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Markets and Food Halls, Markets and Food Halls in Kyoto, Tea Ceremonies, Tea Ceremonies in Kyoto, Tour Reviews

Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI

11.Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 911 reviews · from $65

Dress in a Kyoto kimono, learn the steps of a matcha tea ceremony, and enjoy wagashi sweets at Maikoya Nishiki for $65.66.

“A authentic experience and a highlight of my visit to Kyoto. Kimonos were high-quality, accessories generous, and the staff very helpful. The tea ceremony host gave a wonderful introduction, describing all details and the meaning behind eRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kyoto Gion Night Walk & Geisha District Guided Tour - The long first section through Gion
Guided, Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Kyoto

Kyoto Gion Night Walk & Geisha District Guided Tour

Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories - Finding Kimono Rental Momo near Kiyomizu-dera
Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Tour Reviews

Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

13.Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 653 reviews · 1 day · from $21

Rent a Kyoto kimono, enjoy hairstyling and accessories, then stroll near Kiyomizu-dera with practical tips on comfort, timing, and value.

“The photographer Wuyue amazing! So professional photos! We recommend it to purchase the photography pack! The ladies in the shop also very kind!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kyoto: Kimono Tea Ceremony at Orizuruya Gion - Entering the tea room and learning the rules
Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Tea Ceremonies, Tea Ceremonies in Kyoto, Tour Reviews

Kyoto: Kimono Tea Ceremony at Orizuruya Gion

14.Kimono Tea Ceremony at Orizuruya Gion

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 618 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $49

Dress in a Kyoto kimono, learn matcha preparation, enjoy wagashi, and add calligraphy in a small-group Gion tea ceremony.

“it was a very smooth, very immersive, very unique experience! i loved the kimono, the way the attendants spoke with us, the tea ceremony and the fact that we could keep the kimono's on us for a quick temple visit (which is 10 minute walk). very unique, worth every second.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options - Walking Gion with a guide who explains the details
Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Kimono and Cultural Dress, Kimono Experiences in Kyoto, Kyoto Tours, Show, Tour Reviews

Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options

New in Kimono Experiences in Kyoto

★ 5.0Gion Geisha District & Sake-in-Hand Walking TourFrom $2737 reviews
★ 5.0Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGOFrom $31147 reviews
★ 4.0Tea ceremony and kimono experience at Kyoto, TondayaFrom $17890 reviews
★ 5.0A Unique Antique Kimono and Tea ceremony Experience in EnglishFrom $99109 reviews
★ 5.0Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Professional Photoshoot in KyotoFrom $13044 reviews
★ 5.0Kyoto Geisha Show Cultural Hour with an apprentice geisha, MaikoFrom $10525 reviews
★ 5.0Geisha Dinner & Gion Cultural WalkFrom $27414 reviews
★ 5.0Private Dinner with Maiko and Geiko in KyotoFrom $1,56728 reviews
★ 5.0Private Dinner with a GeishaFrom $38165 reviews
★ 5.0One Hour Geisha Show in Gion KyotoFrom $7959 reviews
★ 5.0Authentic Maiko Experience＆Kyoto Dinner (Free drink) at Noh StageFrom $15017 reviews
★ 5.0The Art of Geisha: Exclusive Show & Gion Walking TourFrom $124129 reviews
★ 5.0Kyoto Portrait Tour with KimonoFrom $8548 reviews
★ 5.0Gion Night Walking Tour with Geisha InsightFrom $2539 reviews
★ 5.0Gion and Geisha District Walking TourFrom $22204 reviews

Keep browsing

Go-Karts36
Scroll to Top

Every kind of day in Japan

Grouped by what you would actually be doing that afternoon.

On foot

Walking RoutesTemples and GatesCastles & KeepsSightseeing DaysHiking Days

At the table

Food WalksFish and Food MarketsCooking LessonsSake FlightsDinner Out

Sitting still

Tea on TatamiKimono DaysOnsen & BathingHands-On WorkshopsMuseums

Out of the city

Out-of-Town DaysSnow Monkey DaysBoats and FerriesReef DaysSnow Days