
Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
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Is Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden worth booking?
Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is a 1-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $5500 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (8)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $5500 per person
Discover the only place inside Shinjuku Gyoen where you can enjoy a kimono rental experience. Located in the historic tea house Rakuu-tei, right by the beautiful Japanese garden, our shop offers an authentic setting un
What you get
- Seasonal Note: From June 1 to September 30, we offer yukata (a lightweight summer kimono).
- Hair Styling (women only): Basic styling included. Additional styles are available as paid options.
- Free time to explore the garden (The kimono must be returned by 5:00 PM).
- Note: Once you have chosen and worn your kimono, it cannot be changed.
- Note: Traditional sandals are unavailable on rainy days due to mud. Free Japanese umbrella instead.
- Full kimono rental, including obi belt, tabi socks, traditional sandals, and a Japanese handbag.
About this experience
Discover the only place inside Shinjuku Gyoen where you can enjoy a kimono rental experience. Located in the historic tea house Rakuu-tei, right by the beautiful Japanese garden, our shop offers an authentic setting unlike anywhere else. Stroll freely through the peaceful garden in traditional attire, and capture memorable moments in one of Tokyo’s most iconic spots. Discover Japanese souvenirs and gifts in the same shop after your experience.
What's included
Included
- Seasonal Note: From June 1 to September 30, we offer yukata (a lightweight summer kimono).
- Hair Styling (women only): Basic styling included. Additional styles are available as paid options.
- Free time to explore the garden (The kimono must be returned by 5:00 PM).
- Note: Once you have chosen and worn your kimono, it cannot be changed.
- Note: Traditional sandals are unavailable on rainy days due to mud. Free Japanese umbrella instead.
- Full kimono rental, including obi belt, tabi socks, traditional sandals, and a Japanese handbag.
- Reception, kimono selection, dressing, and hair styling (for women only) take about 60–90 minutes.
Not included
- The entrance fee to Shinjuku Gyoen is not included and must be purchased separately.
- Photography plan not included: A photography option is not currently available.
- *All guests are required to present a valid passport or government-issued photo ID at check-in.
- There is no restroom inside the building. Please use the restroom outside before coming to our shop.
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
Please search for “Rakuu-tei Kouichi Store (Kimono Rental & Souvenir Shop)” on Google Maps before your visit. The kimono rental shop is located inside the tea room Rakuu-tei within Shinjuku Gyoen. You will need to walk about 10-15 minutes on foot from the Shinjuku Gyoen's Shinjuku-Gate.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please search for “Rakuu-tei Kouichi Store (Kimono Rental & Souvenir Shop)” on Google Maps before your visit. The kimono rental shop is located inside the tea room Rakuu-tei within Shinjuku Gyoen. You will need to walk about 10-15 minutes on foot from the Shinjuku Gyoen's Shinjuku-Gate.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Shinjuku Gyoen : Authentic Kimono Experience in the Tea Room
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Exceptional quality garments, and attention attention to detail
What a wonderful experience! The clothing was fresh and beautiful. The ladies were gracious that dressed us in so many fine pieces down to the small accessories of the matching purse. We walked the garden and took fabulous pictures and was the highlight of our day.
via Viator
Awesome
Beautiful experience. The dress was gorgeous. The staff is very attentive. The lady did a great job with my hair. I felt like a princess strolling thru the park and taking beautiful pictures.
via Viator
It was excellent!!!
It was excellent!!! Thank you to the girls who helped us dress and do our hair. They are wonderful!
via Tripadvisor
Must do this!!
This was perfect even during the rain! I've never felt so beautiful more so than on my wedding! The staff are all lovely and very helpful. I paid for the extras as to me it was 1000% worth it. Most likely to do this every time i come to Japan as its just beautiful!
via Viator
Wonderful Kimono experience!
We loved this. My nine year old daughter absolutely wanted to experience wearing a Kimono while in Japan; we are so happy we found this experience! From the moment we arrived in the national garden and found their location we were welcomed with true hospitality, she was able to choose which Kimono she wanted to wear, which hair style and begin the process. Her getting dressed was provided by caring ladies who then went to work on her hair. From there we went for a walk around the garden, took a number of photos and then came back. Their gift shop has many very cool, unique items for sale, we did buy a beautiful glass to take home as a memory of our time there. This was one of the most relaxing, peaceful, beautiful parts of our whole trip completely recommend for anyone wanting to have a Kimono experience.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $5500 to $7040
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden cost?
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Prices start at $5500 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tokyo: Kimono Rental inside Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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