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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
This is a special activity where you can wear a silk kimono and experience traditional Japanese dance.
Choose your favorite from about 800 kimonos; after dressing, simple hair styling and sandals (zori) are provided.
Afterward, you can explore Kyoto in your kimono.
The rental shop also has two Shiba Inu dogs, popular worldwide, so you can meet these adorable dogs.
Once dressed, you'll head to the dance venue to enjoy Japanese green tea and seasonal sweets while learning about Nihon Buyo (Japanese classical dance).
Wearing a beautiful kimono, sipping tea, and tasting sweets creates a special moment to experience Japanese culture.
After the introduction, you’ll learn basic postures, graceful walking, fan usage, and simple choreography.
Songs often reflect Japanese culture, allowing you to connect with tradition while dancing.
You can also record videos to capture wonderful memories.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
It’s a two‑story brown wooden townhouse on Higashioji Street. At the entrance, look for a white noren curtain with a hexagon logo that reads “錦 NISHIKI kimono rental.”
What to expect
- Once you are dressed, we will walk to the Japanese dance experience venue (about a 3-minute walk).
- Upon arrival, we’ll start by enjoying Japanese tea and traditional sweets while giving you an introduction to Nihon Buyo (Japanese classical dance).
You will learn about its history and key features, explained clearly in English.
- After the explanation, it’s time to experience the dance!
We will teach you the basic postures, walking techniques, and how to use the folding fan.
Once you practice these basics, you will learn simple choreography to dance along to a song.
The choreography is designed for beginners, so don’t worry!
Once you're ready, you’ll perform the dance to music — and you are welcome to record your performance on video.
- After the experience, you can either continue exploring in your kimono or change back into your clothes — whichever you prefer.
(Please return the kimono to the rental shop by 5:00 PM on the same day.)
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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