How to use the toilet in kimono as taught by people in Kyoto
In this article, we introduce how to use the restroom without ruining your kimono or yukata after renting one in Kyoto.
Once you’ve rented a kimono in Kyoto, it would be a hassle if it got disheveled during sightseeing.
If you’re wondering how to manage the restroom while wearing a rented kimono, this article is for you.
Illustrated Guide! How to Use the Restroom in a Kimono Without Disheveling It
- Lift each layer of the kimono one by one
- Lift everything up in one swift motion
- Gently rearrange the kimono and check if the obi (belt) is crushed
The key is to handle the kimono carefully to prevent disheveling. After using the restroom, the ohashori (excess fabric tucked under the obi) might flip out, or the obi might get crushed.
When touring Kyoto, it’s common to see people with crushed obis or raised ohashoris, so be careful!
Make sure your ohashori doesn’t flip out and ruin the perfect picture you’ve taken in your cute outfit.
How to Fix Disheveling After Using the Restroom
Too Much Ohashori Exposed
If the ohashori is too long, adjust it by tucking a little under the obi.
Don’t rush; you can fix it calmly.
Obi is Crushed
If the obi is crushed, gently insert your hand behind it and puff out the dent to fix the flatness.
For Irreparable Disheveling
Rikawafuku Rental in Kyoto will fix any disheveling for customers who have been dressed in our shop, so please return to the store and let us know.
You can also have adjustments made at kimono passport member stores.
Be sure to look it up.
Menstruation During Kimono Rental! How to Manage in the Restroom
You might get your period while renting a kimono.
But don’t panic, first check the following in the restroom:
- Check if the kimono is stained
- Check if the undergarment is stained
If stained, be honest and inform the staff at the shop!
If you’re worried about staining the kimono, many rental shops offer kimono insurance to cover such accidents.
So, if you’re concerned about your period, consider getting kimono insurance before enjoying your sightseeing!
Author of this article
Rikawafuku operates four kimono rental shops in Kyoto City – in Arashiyama, Gion, Kiyomizu Temple, and Kyoto Station, with over 187,000 users in 2022.
Offering dressing plans from 4,000 yen and hair set plans from 5,000 yen.
Close to popular tourist destinations like Togetsukyo Bridge, Kiyomizu Temple, Yasaka Koshindo, and Yasaka Shrine.
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