Kimono Lesson with Licensed Instructor (Near Tokyo Tower)

Summary

In this program, guests are taught the many facets to formal kimono dressing. You will be dressed in a kimono by a specialist instructor, who will advise you on the steps to putting on the kimono yourself. Guests are then prepped to take photographs in front of our traditional gold-leaf screen, and are afterwards (weather permitting) can partake in a further photo shoot at one of the areas (Zojo-ji Temple, Tokyo Tower, etc) in the building's vicinity. New for 2019, our Kimono Dressing Experience now takes place in our brand-new, state-of-the-art cultural experiences room, Grand TJT. Current website photos do not represent this location.

Tour info

Duration
1 hour
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Experience historic Japan by wearing the country's most traditional clothing, the kimono. Learn from licensed kimono instructors all the tips and tricks to putting on this notoriously complicated outfit. Choose from a range of elegant designs to wear and end your session with a photoshoot in front of a golden screen and/or at impressive Zojoji Temple or the iconic Tokyo Tower (weather permitting). All our kimono are genuine, high-quality items, and we offer a wide range of kimono of varying periods, colors, and styles, including a geisha style, samurai style (with sword), and several formal styles.

What’s included?

  • Bilingual kimono specialist

  • Kimono rental

  • Pick-up & drop-off services

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

True Japan Tours

About operator:

We are a Japan-based travel company who specialize in providing the very best of bilingual tour guides. As of 2019, we now have our state-of-the-art Grand TJT experiences room, where guests can experience everything from sushi making to tea ceremony - all only 1 minute's walk from Tokyo Tower! Join us & experience the "true" heart of Japan!

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