Experience Authentic Kimono and Period Costume in Munakata

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3 hours (approximately)

Step into Japan's rich cultural tapestry with a unique opportunity to don authentic kimonos and period costumes in Munakata's Akamakan, Fukuoka.
Choose from a diverse selection of traditional outfits, including samurai and festival attire, complete with accessories and simple hair styling. Explore the charming streets of Akama-juku at your leisure, capturing unforgettable moments along the way.
Elevate the experience with optional add-ons like a hands-on matcha tea ceremony or insightful sake tasting, immersing yourself deeper into Japanese customs and flavors.

What's Included

Experience fees

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Akamakan: 4-1-8 Akama, Munakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture 811-4146, Japan Access ・5 minutes on foot from JR Kyōikudai-mae Station ・5 minutes on foot from Nishitetsu Akama Bus Terminal Please arrive at Akabakan by your scheduled reservation time. Upon arrival, please provide your name to the staff.

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What to expect

Guests can enjoy a cultural walk through Akama-juku by dressing in traditional Japanese attire such as a kimono, samurai, feudal lord, candy vendor, and other period costumes. The experience includes a complete costume set with accessories and simple hair styling, allowing you to explore the historic streets freely and take memorable photos in an authentic setting. After booking, a short form will be sent to collect the necessary details for costume preparation, and timely submission is required to secure the reservation.

As optional add-on experiences, guests may also choose to join a sake tasting or a matcha tea ceremony.
The sake tasting takes place at Katsuya Shuzo, a historic brewery founded in 1790, where you can sample local sake and learn about its traditions.
The matcha experience offers a hands-on introduction to Japanese tea culture, guided by a local instructor who explains the etiquette and spirit of the tea ceremony while you prepare and enjoy matcha yourself.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Alcohol is only available to guests aged 20 and above.
  • Please submit your clothing size in advance for proper preparation.
  • The total experience lasts about 3 hours, and kimono must be returned by 4:00 p.m.
Supplied by H.I.S.Co., Ltd.
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Historical Tours
Cooking Classes
Fun & Games
Sake Tasting
Costume Dress Up Experiences
Small Group
Food & Drink
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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