Kimono Rental in Asakusa? Here Are 3 Reasons to Try a Rickshaw Ride!

Wearing rental kimonos and strolling around Asakusa has become a popular activity, especially among young couples and students, for the past 2 to 3 years!

It’s a huge hit, particularly among young couples and students! Just seeing your boyfriend or girlfriend in a kimono, which is different from their usual attire, can make your heart flutter!

Today, we’ve compiled the reasons why renting a kimono and enjoying a rickshaw tour is recommended for couples and students!

Three Reasons Why Rickshaw Tours Are Recommended After Renting Kimonos

Take Plenty of Photos with Your Smartphone

Even though you’ve rented a kimono, you can’t take full-body photos with just a selfie stick! But in the perfect kimono-worthy locations, you can take natural smiling photos together with a rickshaw!

It’s famous for being Instagram-worthy.

If you search for “#AsakusaSightseeing” or similar tags on Instagram, you’ll find many comments like “The rickshaw pullers take amazing photos!”

The Rickshaw Puller Will Act as Your Asakusa Guide

The rickshaw puller will spice up your Asakusa sightseeing with their extensive knowledge and entertaining stories!

Rickshaw pullers are known for being handsome, and their well-toned bodies are quite impressive!

For female travelers, it’s sure to create wonderful memories!

Discover Recommended Dining Spots in Asakusa!

The rickshaw puller has rich knowledge of dining places and foodie spots in Asakusa!

Listen to their real dining recommendations and make your Asakusa sightseeing the best it can be!

Exclusive Rickshaw Options at Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Shop!

Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store also offers rickshaw options.

The rickshaw pullers from their partner service will come to pick you up right in front of the Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store!

If You Want to Enjoy Kimono Rental and Rickshaw Riding Casually, Choose the Ume (Plum) Course

This is a 20-minute short ride that lets you experience the traditional atmosphere of Asakusa’s downtown.

You can take photos in your kimono against the backdrop of Skytree from Sumida Park, making it the most popular course for customers who use the rickshaw option with Rikawafuku Kimono.

The Ume (Plum) Course is available at a discount at Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store, reduced from ¥7,000 to ¥6,000, offering a savings of ¥1,000 compared to the regular price!

If You Want to Capture Many Memories of Asakusa in Photos, Go for the Take (Bamboo) Course

The Take (Bamboo) Course allows you to tour various sightseeing spots in Asakusa in 40 minutes.

You can have lots of photos taken by the rickshaw puller during the ride!

This course is perfect for showing foreign visitors around!

The Take (Bamboo) Course is available at a discount at Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store, reduced from ¥13,500 to ¥12,000, offering a savings of ¥1,500 compared to the regular price!

It takes about a 20-minute walk from Asakusa to Skytree.

Enjoy Visits to Imado Shrine and Waitressan Jigamiyama Besides Asakusa Sightseeing with the Matsu (Pine) Course

This 65-minute course is highly popular among customers who want to explore not only Asakusa but also some slightly more distant sightseeing spots.

Imado Shrine is famous for its matchmaking rituals. If you’re looking for a unique Asakusa experience, it’s recommended!

The Matsu (Pine) Course is available at a discount at Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store, reduced from ¥20,000 to ¥17,000, offering a savings of ¥3,000 compared to the regular price!

Rickshaws come in handy when you want to wear a rental kimono but find walking to be a challenge!

How to Reserve the Rickshaw Option at Rikawafuku Kimono

You can select the rickshaw option as an add-on when making your kimono rental reservation on their respective reservation pages! Please inform them of your chosen course at the reception on the day of your visit.

Same-day reservations are also possible! You can make reservations by phone at the Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store!

You can visit the kimono rental reservation page of Rikawafuku Kimono Asakusa Store here!

What Is a Rickshaw?

Rickshaws were born as a means of transportation during the Meiji era. Later, they evolved into a “vehicle for enjoying sightseeing” in various tourist destinations across Japan.

Among them, Asakusa is a major spot where many rickshaws operate. Surprisingly, there are even dedicated rickshaw parking lots in Asakusa!

There are various courses to choose from, ranging from short 12-minute rides to the popular 40-minute and leisurely 65-minute courses.

Sightseeing in Asakusa Without Walking!

One common concern for those who rent kimonos is getting tired from walking, and the main reason for that is wearing footwear that you’re not used to. Walking in unfamiliar shoes, especially when navigating through crowded places like Nakamise Street, can be surprisingly tiring.

Also, Asakusa is usually very crowded, and there are few benches or places to sit down, so many people end up with sore feet without realizing it. Of course, if you’re a couple, make sure to help each other out and carry each other’s belongings! (And don’t forget to enjoy a few laughs along the way!)

Furthermore, Asakusa is quite large, and it can be challenging to figure out where to go. Some visitors end up just seeing Sensoji Temple and the Kaminarimon Gate and call it a day. But if you opt for a rickshaw ride, you won’t have to worry about walking at all!

For those who dislike crowds and find walking exhausting, rickshaws can be a perfect solution. Moreover, it’s not just a simple rickshaw ride; you get an entertaining guide in the form of a rickshaw puller!

These knowledgeable guides will share interesting stories about the area and its history, making your sightseeing experience more engaging!

Efficient Sightseeing in a Short Time!

When you rent a kimono, one thing that often comes to mind is the return time. You might start feeling anxious about needing to return within the next 3 hours. In such cases, rickshaws come in handy!

One surprising thing about rickshaw rides is their speed! The rickshaw pullers dash around swiftly, allowing you to efficiently visit numerous famous spots.

Moreover, rickshaw pullers are extremely knowledgeable about Asakusa, so if you have specific desires like, “I want to take a photo with Skytree in the next 2 hours and also enjoy melon bread and ice cream,” don’t hesitate to discuss it with them!

They will gladly provide recommendations and tailor the tour according to your preferences. Rickshaws also have flexible endpoint locations, so you can request to be dropped off at your preferred shop or attraction. It’s almost like having a personalized taxi service!

Professional-Quality Photos for Social Media Worthy Shots

After renting a kimono, you’ll definitely want to take many photos to capture your memories! However, a common issue for kimono renters is, “I can’t take a good full-body selfie with a selfie stick!”

Furthermore, it can be quite awkward to ask strangers to take your photos, right? (laughs)

It would be a shame to have rented a kimono and then realize at home that your camera roll is filled with nothing but selfies!

That’s where the rickshaw pullers come to the rescue!

Rickshaw pullers are excellent at taking photos!

They will take beautiful pictures of you in lovely locations that complement your kimono and the rickshaw.

In fact, some rickshaw companies provide training to their pullers to ensure they capture stunning photos.

In reality, if you search for #rickshaw on Instagram, you’ll find plenty of comments like “The rickshaw puller takes amazing photos” and “The rickshaw puller has a great sense of photography!”

Additionally, some courses allow you to get off the rickshaw and visit temples or shrines.

Rickshaw pullers will also enthusiastically capture full-body photos of you in your kimono during your shrine visits.

How was it? Did you find the “Three Reasons Why Rickshaws Are Recommended for Couples Renting Kimonos” convincing?

At Rikawafuku Kimono Rental Asakusa, they offer “Rickshaw Set Plans” and more.

If you’re a couple who has rented kimonos in Asakusa, be sure to give the rickshaw experience a try!

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

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