A Must-Read for Summer! Basic Knowledge for Bringing Your Own Yukata

As summer festivals, seasonal events, and fireworks displays approach, it’s finally yukata season♪
Even if you don’t own a kimono, many people probably have at least one yukata at home.
However, when it comes to putting it on yourself, it can be surprisingly tricky. You may end up spending too much time and still not be satisfied with the result—heading out with a less-than-perfect look…
Before that happens, take advantage of Rental Kimono Okamoto!

・Have a hairstyle in mind but find it difficult to do it themselves
・Want to get both kimono dressing and hairstyling done together
・Want to stand out a little from the crowd
・Prefer convenient locations—We have 5 shops in Kyoto Higashiyama, and 2 in Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari, all located close to train stations or bus stops.

Professional dressing takes about 10 minutes. At an affordable price, you’ll be ready in no time!
If you’d also like hairstyling, you can choose from the store’s hairstyle catalog or show us your preferred style—both are OK!
※ Please bring your own hair accessories.
With everything handled by professionals, you’ll be ready to go in about 30 minutes total!
No more worrying about dressing or hairstyling—once your plans are set, book with Rental Kimono Okamoto!

What to Bring:
①Yukata
➁ Obi (sash)
③Bag
④Geta (wooden sandals)
⑤Accessories: 2 waist cords, 1 datejime belt, 2–3 towels, and an obi-ita board (optional but helps with a neat finish)
※ If you have an undergarment or hadajuban, it will prevent your underwear from showing through. We recommend light-colored yukata.
※ If you forget any accessories, don’t worry—they are available for purchase at the shop.
Prices:
Yukata Dressing (bring your own) … ¥2,200
Hairstyling (bring your own yukata) … ¥2,200

We also offer a wide selection of yukata for rent in-store.
Everything you need—from undergarments to accessories—is included in the price, so you can rent easily with no preparation needed!
Even if you bring your own yukata, you can change your mind and rent one on the spot—just ask our staff.
Select Plan … ¥4,378 (Yukata, Obi, Bag)
Authentic Style Plan … ¥5,478 (Yukata, Obi, Obi Decoration, Heko Obi, Bag)
※ Items in parentheses are chosen by the customer.
Hairstyling for rental customers starts at ¥550.

Gion Festival … from July 2025
Kibune Water Festival … July 7, 2025
Kamo Mizumatsuri … July 28, 2025
Kameoka Fireworks Festival … August 11, 2025
Arashiyama Lantern Floating … August 2025
Kyoto Gozan Okuribi (Five Mountain Bonfire) … August 16, 2025
Rokujizo Meguri Pilgrimage … August 2025
Why not enjoy summer in Kyoto, a city full of World Heritage sites and historical landmarks?
It’s sure to be an unforgettable memory!
We highly recommend strolling in a yukata—you’ll also be able to take some truly Instagram-worthy photos♪

Author of this article:
Rental Kimono Okamoto Main Store
546-8 Gojobashi Higashi 6-chome, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0846
TEL: 075-532-1320
Website: www.okamoto-kimono.com
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