5 reasons why kimono experience in Asakusa is popular among young people
Currently, kimono experiences in Asakusa are trending.
Just 5 or 6 years ago, the term “kimono distancing” was used because young people were moving away from wearing kimonos, and you hardly saw young people wearing them.
However, in today’s Asakusa, there is a growing trend of young people renting and wearing cute kimonos.
In this article, we’ll summarize the reasons why kimono experiences in Asakusa are becoming popular among young people.
“Retro” is Cute – Kimono Experiences in Asakusa are a Trend
“Retro” is cute, and the current trend is kimono experiences in Asakusa.
When it comes to clothing, there are trendy designs, and fashion trends change rapidly.
Especially in women’s fashion, even clothes bought just a year ago can feel out of style or unattractive after only one year.
Young and fashionable individuals are currently setting their sights on experiencing Asakusa’s streets in kimono, unlike in the past.
Unlike before, there are now many kimonos with pop and cute designs, and it seems that even young women find plenty of attractive choices.
At Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store, you can select kimono patterns with the same ease as choosing Western clothing.
Unlike regular clothes, kimonos don’t have trendy shapes. There are no designs based on shapes; the only thing you choose is the pattern.
There’s the enjoyment of searching for your favorite piece among the many kimonos and obis, almost like a treasure hunt.
Both “retro” and “cute” patterns offer endless combinations of kimonos and obis.
Of course, in addition to cute kimonos, we also offer sophisticated patterned kimonos.
Find your favorite piece among the many kimonos and enjoy sightseeing in Asakusa in a kimono!
Emergence of Kimono Rental Shops in Asakusa
Don’t worry if you can’t put on a kimono by yourself. Arrive empty-handed, and leave the hair styling and dressing to us.
The opening of kimono rental shops has been a major factor in the increasing number of people experiencing kimono rentals.
When people think of “wearing a kimono,” they often have initial concerns such as:
– Can’t dress up on their own
– Don’t have the necessary equipment
These concerns often deter people from trying on kimonos.
At kimono rental shops like Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store, you don’t need to worry about any of these concerns.
Just come in with your usual clothes and bag like any other outing, and you’re good to go!
All the necessary tools for dressing in kimono and small items for sightseeing in Asakusa will be provided by the kimono rental shop.
Even if you know nothing about kimonos, professionals will assist you from hairstyling to dressing, allowing you to enjoy your kimono experience in Asakusa without worries.
Coordination and Hair Styling are Taken Care of
Even if you don’t know the types of kimonos or how to coordinate, it’s okay!
You can feel at ease because there are staff members you can easily consult with.
Do you want to sightsee in Asakusa in a kimono or try a kimono experience, but you’re worried about whether you can create a cute coordination like those people on Instagram?
Don’t worry; even if you have concerns, there are staff members ready to assist you.
Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store offers kimono experiences where our staff will assist you from the moment you choose a kimono, providing careful advice on coordination. Feel free to ask us anything.
Whether you want a stylish coordination like those posted on social media, matching outfits with friends, or couple coordinates, we’ll have a fun discussion and help you choose the perfect kimono for the occasion.
Boosting Instagram Popularity in Asakusa Kimono Experiences
Kimonos go perfectly with the streets of Tokyo and Asakusa! They look great in photogenic locations and with food!
As last year’s buzzword “Instagrammable” suggests, you can capture cute and extraordinary photos through kimono rentals.
Wearing kimonos while strolling through the streets of Asakusa, you’ll immerse yourself even more in the traditional Japanese atmosphere.
With many foreign tourists in Asakusa, you might find that they are eager to take photos with women dressed in kimonos. They may even approach you for a photo together!
Recent kimonos come in various cute and pop patterns, and even patterns you might find surprising for regular clothes can look exceptionally fashionable when worn as kimonos.
Don’t hesitate to wear slightly flashy kimono patterns; they will surprisingly blend well with the Asakusa cityscape, allowing you to express “retro-cuteness” on Instagram.
In Asakusa, there are many Instagrammable spots where kimonos and the surroundings harmonize beautifully.
Enjoying Asakusa in kimonos makes sightseeing more enjoyable and glamorous in photos than regular clothing, creating wonderful memories in Tokyo’s Asakusa.
By sharing these photos on Instagram, you’ll gather many other women who are impressed by your pictures.
Budget-Friendly Kimono Experiences
“Kimonos are expensive” is a myth! Kimono experiences in Asakusa are very reasonable.
Is kimono rental expensive? How much does it cost?
We often hear that people are afraid that the world of kimonos seems to require a lot of money.
Indeed, renting kimonos for events like coming-of-age ceremonies or weddings can be expensive. Hair styling and dressing may also seem costly compared to your regular expenses.
However, kimono rentals for these occasions involve a specific type of kimono for special events, with costs covering not only the kimono itself but also labor and service fees.
At Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store, kimono experiences are designed to be very affordable so you can enjoy the streets of Tokyo’s Asakusa as part of your “everyday plus more” experience.
We do offer kimono types like furisode and houmongi, which are considered “slightly higher-end kimonos.” However, our main focus is on providing “everyday plus more” kimonos.
We provide patterns that align with current trends and even those that may seem too flashy for daily wear, all with the goal of allowing young individuals to enjoy kimono experiences and inspire them to wear kimono again in the future.
With the sincere desire to make kimono culture more appealing and approachable, our kimono dressing experts are always available to assist with the dressing process.
Through kimono rentals and experiences in Asakusa, we hope to lower the barrier for young people to wear kimonos and make them more interested in this traditional attire. At Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store, this is our heartfelt wish.
Of course, initially, we want everyone to enjoy “sightseeing with kimono rentals” as an activity, and if they develop even a slight interest in kimonos afterward, our staff would be delighted.
At Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store, you can rest assured that you can enjoy kimono experiences without the need to plan in adv
Author of this article
Kimono rental Rikawafuku Asakusa store
(Operating company: TripFarm Co., Ltd.)
By 2023, more than 230,000 people will be wearing kimonos in a year
2-16-9 HULIC & New Kaminarimon 6F, Kaminarimon, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0034
3 minutes walk from Asakusa Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
1 minute walk to Kaminarimon
Click here for the website of our sister store, Kano-Wafuku（浅草の着物レンタル 花乃和服）.
