Kyoto Maiko Makeover Experience near Kyoto Station, Gion or Arashiyama
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$144Description
Get dressed in a beautiful kimono to become an elegant Maiko by the hands of professional kimono dressers and make-up artists. Take lovely photos in indoor studios near Kyoto Station, Gion, Kiyomizudera Temple, or Arashiyama!
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 17:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Tours
Kyoto Station Main Store
Only a 10-minute walk from the Kyoto station, experience taking professional photos of yourself at a studio. Dress up as a Maiko and enjoy a unique Japanese experience.
Pricing Details
Adult (Age 13 & Up) | $144 |
Inclusion
- Kimono dressing / make-up / Studio photo shoot by professional cameraman / Take-home photo data
- Japanese-speaking staff
Start Timings
13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00,
17:00
Schedules
09:00:00 |
Meet at Kyoto Station Main Shop
Day: Day1 |
Make-up
All off the make-up artists of Yumekoubou are professionals. Please tell the staff what kind of make-up you would like. Day: Day1 |
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Kimono Dress-up
There will be about 100 types of kimonos for you to choose from. Professional staff will dress you up comfortably. Day: Day1 |
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Photo Shoot
A professional photographer will take pictures at the studio. Take 20 poses with different angles. Each branch has original techniques to take pictures. Day: Day1 |
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Take Pictures Freely
Bring your own camera and cellphone so you or the staff can take pictures with it. There is no time limit for free picture taking. Feel free to take as many photos you would like. Day: Day1 |
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Ends at Kyoto Station Main Shop
Day: Day1 |
Arashiyama Branch
Experience taking professional photos of yourself at a studio. Dress up as a Maiko and enjoy a unique Japanese experience.
Pricing Details
Adult (Age 13 & Up) | $144 |
Inclusion
- Kimono dressing / make-up / Studio photo shoot by professional cameraman / Take-home photo data
- Japanese-speaking staff
Start Timings
13:00, 14:00, 15:00
Schedules
09:00:00 |
Meet at Arashiyama Branch
Day: Day1 |
Make-up
All off the make-up artists of Yumekoubou are professionals. Please tell the staff what kind of make-up you would like. Day: Day1 |
|
Kimono Dress-up
There will be about 100 types of kimonos for you to choose from. Professional staff will dress you up comfortably. Day: Day1 |
|
Photo Shoot
A professional photographer will take pictures at the studio. Take 20 poses with different angles. Each branch has original techniques to take pictures. Day: Day1 |
|
Take Pictures Freely
Bring your own camera and cellphone so you or the staff can take pictures with it. There is no time limit for free picture taking. Feel free to take as many photos you would like. Day: Day1 |
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Ends at Arashiyama Branch
Day: Day1 |
Gion Branch
Explore the streets where the Geisha and Maiko walk in the streets of Gion as you approach the photo studio. Enjoy taking photos in the Japanese style studio and make yourself feel like a professional Maiko of Kyoto.
Pricing Details
Adult (Age 13 & Up) | $144 |
Inclusion
- Kimono dressing / make-up / Studio photo shoot by professional cameraman / Take-home photo data
- Japanese-speaking staff
Start Timings
13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00,
17:00
Schedules
09:00:00 |
Meet at Gion Shop
Day: Day1 |
Make-up
All off the make-up artists of Yumekoubou are professionals. Please tell the staff what kind of make-up you would like. Day: Day1 |
|
Kimono Dress-up
There will be about 100 types of kimonos for you to choose from. Professional staff will dress you up comfortably. Day: Day1 |
|
Photo Shoot
A professional photographer will take pictures at the studio. Take 20 poses with different angles. Each branch has original techniques to take pictures. Day: Day1 |
|
Take Pictures Freely
Bring your own camera and cellphone so you or the staff can take pictures with it. There is no time limit for free picture taking. Feel free to take as many photos you would like. Day: Day1 |
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Ends at Gion Shop
Day: Day1 |
Activity Detail
Restrictions
- People 13 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- This experience is for women only.
- Guests who are pregnant are not permitted to participate in this activity.
Additional Notes
- Friends and family not part of the activity are welcome to take photos with their own camera.
- CD-R with your photo shoot can be taken home on the day of your tour. Please note that photo print outs are not in the tour price.
- This tour will be held only in Japanese.
Dressing & Items to Bring
- Please bring your own cosmetics including make-up remover.
- Hadajuban (underwear), tabi (socks), towel, face wash, lotion, & dryer are available for use.
- Please note that you may not take photos with your own camera inside the studio. There is a free space area where you can take pictures or film with your own camera as much as you like.