Kimono Rental Experiences

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Rikawafuku Gion Store

2025.08.13

A date in a kimono rental in the calm atmosphere of Gion✨

A date in a kimono rental in the calm atmosphere of Gion✨

If you want to sightsee in a calm atmosphere, Gion Shinbashi is the perfect choice! Here’s an area that’s perfect for a kimono date

A kimono date — an eternal dream💭

Couple renting kimonos

If you’re going on a sightseeing date in Kyoto, why not stroll around in a kimono? ✨

Kimono Rental Rikawafuku Gion Store offers a great value Kyoto Kimono Couple Plan.
Since all the stores are located right next to tourist spots, you can change into a kimono and immediately enjoy the authentic Kyoto atmosphere!

Check the Kyoto Kimono Couple Plan rates here

If you want a relaxed stroll, the Gion area is recommended 📝

Couple renting kimonos

Kyoto is full of famous sightseeing spots…

Many couples may be wondering where to go for a kimono date.

This time, we’ll introduce the “Gion Shinbashi area” located near Rikawafuku Gion Store

The charm of Gion Shinbashi lies in its Kyoto-style streetscape and stone-paved roads.

Simply walking around this atmospheric area makes for an enjoyable strolling date 💕

Gion also has great cafes perfect for couples ☕✨

Couple renting kimonos

While Gion Shinbashi doesn’t have a lot of souvenir shops, it’s filled with stylish cafes ✨

You’ll find many places offering traditional sweets and matcha where you can truly experience the Kyoto vibe.

Recently, the Gion branch of the popular Arashiyama dango cafe, eX cafe, opened! The interior is calm with mainly counter seating, and you can grill dango over a charcoal brazier right at your table!

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Tatsumi Bridge, famous from Kyoto travel posters 🌿

Couple renting kimonos

Speaking of Gion Shinbashi, you can’t miss the clear Shirakawa River and the iconic Tatsumi Bridge!

This spot often appears in Kyoto tourism posters, and seeing it in person is sure to be a moving experience 👀✨

Gion Shinbashi — a picturesque area from every angle 📸

Couple renting kimonos

Kyoto is known for its strict scenic preservation ordinances, and the Gion Shinbashi area is one of the most carefully preserved.

Because of this, there are countless places where you’ll want to snap photos — even beyond the well-known sightseeing spots ✨

While there aren’t flashy attractions, you can fully enjoy the serene Kyoto vibe as if you’ve stepped back in time.

For a calm kimono date, Gion Shinbashi is the place to be

Couple renting kimonos

If you want to leisurely stroll through Kyoto, the Gion Shinbashi area is highly recommended!

If you’re unsure where to go for a kimono date, definitely use this as a reference💕

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■ Store visited this time
Rikawafuku Gion Store (Operated by TripFarm Inc.)
A kimono rental shop located in Kyoto’s Gion area. 5 minutes on foot from Keihan Gion-Shijo Station, 3 minutes on foot to Yasaka Shrine

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RikaWafuku Kyoto Store Location Guide

  • Rikawafuku Kyoto Ekimae Store

    Rikawafuku Kyoto Station Store

    607 Higashishiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto
    Tatsumi Building, 3rd Floor, Unit C

    To Kyoto Station Store

    Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Keage, Gion, Kiyomizu
    For those who haven't decided on a destination
    For those who want to visit various places
    7 minutes walk from Kyoto Station's Central Exit

    Recommended for

    Rikawafuku Kyoto Ekimae Store is recommended for: ① Those visiting Kyoto by car, ② Those staying in hotels near Kyoto Station, and ③ Those coming from afar using the Shinkansen.
    Also, ④ Those who haven't decided on tourist destinations, ⑤ Those who want to visit various places in Kyoto City, and ⑥ Those planning to visit Kegon Incline or Fushimi Inari Shrine.
    The store is conveniently located near the Kyoto Minami Interchange for those coming by car from nearby prefectures.

    Access to Kyoto Ekimae Store

    7 minutes walk from Kyoto Station's Central Exit
    Right in front of City Bus stop "Shichijo Nishinotoin", 3 minutes walk from "Shimogyo Ward General Office" bus stop.
    Nearby are Toji Temple and Higashi Honganji Temple. Rikawafuku Kyoto Ekimae Store is also convenient for kimono strolling at Fushimi Inari Shrine (about 10 minutes by train) and Arashiyama (about 20 minutes by train). For Kyoto sightseeing starting from Kyoto Station, Rikawafuku Kyoto Ekimae Store is the ideal choice.

  • Rikawafuku Gion Store

    Rikawafuku Gion Store

    7-1 Yamato-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto
    Moriya Building, 3rd Floor

    To Gion Store

    Yasaka Shrine, Gion Shirakawa, Keage, Kiyomizu area
    Good balance of travel, dining, and Kyoto vibes
    For those visiting Kiyomizu Temple and another spot
    2 minutes walk from Keihan Main Line Gion Shijo Station

    Recommended for

    Rikawafuku Gion Store is recommended for: ① Those who want to experience a quintessentially Kyoto location, ② Those staying in hotels near Karasuma or Kawaramachi, and ③ Those wanting to take photos in kimono.
    Also, ④ Those concerned about the weather on their chosen day, ⑤ Those looking to visit Kiyomizu Temple and one other place, and ⑥ Those planning to visit Yasaka Shrine. This store is often chosen for hassle-free sightseeing and dining. If you're undecided, we recommend making a reservation at Gion Store.

    Access to Gion Store

    2 minutes walk from Keihan Main Line Gion Shijo Station
    6 minutes walk from Hankyu Kyoto Line Kyoto Kawaramachi Station
    1 minute walk from City Bus stop "Shijo Keihan (Gion Shijo)"
    Nearby are Gion Shirakawa, Kamo River, and Yasaka Shrine. For sightseeing at Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kegon Incline, and Nanzen-ji Temple, Rikawafuku Gion Store is a convenient choice.

  • Rikawafuku Arashiyama Store

    Rikawafuku Arashiyama Store

    11-4 Zorocho, Sagatenryuji, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto

    To Arashiyama Store

    Main attractions: Togetsukyo Bridge, Bamboo Grove, Arashiyama sightseeing
    Perfect for couple dates and cafe hopping!
    No hills, easy to walk, recommended for short tours
    6 minutes walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station

    Recommended for

    Rikawafuku Arashiyama Store is recommended for: ① Those focusing on Arashiyama sightseeing, ② Parents enjoying kimono rentals with their children, ③ Couples on a date.
    Also, ④ Those wanting to visit stylish cafes, ⑤ Those looking for a short sightseeing experience in the afternoon, and ⑥ Those who prefer less walking and moving around. The Arashiyama area can be enjoyed within 2–3 hours. It's ideal for those wanting a short kimono experience in the afternoon. The store offers the largest kimono selection among our Kyoto locations.

    Access to Arashiyama Store

    2 minutes walk from Arashiyama Station on the Keifuku Arashiyama Line
    6 minutes walk from JR Sagano Line Saga-Arashiyama Station
    12 minutes walk from Hankyu Arashiyama Station
    Nearby are Togetsukyo Bridge, Bamboo Grove, and Kimono Forest. For sightseeing in Arashiyama, Rikawafuku Arashiyama Store is convenient.

  • Rikawafuku Kiyomizu Store

    Rikawafuku Kiyomizu Store

    327-6 Kiyomizu 3-chome, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    To Kiyomizu Store

    Main attractions: Kiyomizu Temple, Ninenzaka
    For those who are thinking of going to the Kiyomizu area
    Considering short-term kimono rental
    About 7 minutes walk from City Bus stop "Kiyomizumichi"

    Recommended for

    Rikawafuku Kiyomizu Store is recommended for: ① Those focusing on Kiyomizu area sightseeing, ② School trip students renting kimonos, ③ Those looking for a short-term rental in the afternoon, and ④ First-time visitors to Kyoto who want to see iconic spots.
    Recently, it has become crowded with many foreign visitors, and due to the numerous hills, it's not recommended for those who dislike walking or crowded places.

    Access to Kiyomizu Store

    About 7 minutes walk from City Bus stop "Kiyomizumichi", 10 minutes walk from "Gojozaka"
    20 minutes walk from Keihan Main Line Gion Shijo Station
    About 10 minutes by taxi from Kyoto Station. Fare: around 1,300 yen
    Nearby are Kiyomizu Temple, Ninenzaka, Sannenzaka, and Yasaka Koshindo. For kimono strolls around Kiyomizu Temple, Rikawafuku Kiyomizu Store is convenient.

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