Experience Plan
Experience
Plan
Step into Kimono,
and into Akita’s Story
The moment you slip into the sleeves, the world around you begins to change.
Stone paths beneath your feet, the scent of tradition carried on the breeze—
it feels like stepping into a scene from a story, right in the heart of Akita.At You Know, our kimono experience is more than just putting on beautiful clothing.
Walk through historic streets, capture the moment in photos,
and feel the charm of Akita and the spirit of Japanese tradition.Dress in kimono, and become the main character in your journey through Akita.
Service Hours for Dressing & Simple Hair Styling
Standard Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Early / Late Fee: An additional ¥1,100 (tax included) per hour applies outside standard hours.
Reservation Deadline: By 5:00 PM the day before your service.
Dressing Locations
As we do not have a physical storefront, customers can choose from the following location options:
Your Home or Accommodation: Free of charge (depending on the distance).
Nigiwai Koryukan AU: ¥610
Designated Event Venues: Free of charge (available depending on dates, group bookings, etc.).
Photo Plan
Around Town
Photo Shoot
An easy and convenient 1-hour session, including kimono fitting and a photo shoot around the nearby Torimachi shopping street.
Price: ¥15,800（tax incl.）
・Includes photos, hair styling, kimono, and one sheet of commemorative stamps per person
Time: 1 hour（40min. prep, 20min. shoot）
Photo data: 5-10 pics（We’ll retouch and send to you）
Kimono Dressing Plan
Casual Silk Kimono
(Komon) Plan
Ideal for non-formal occasions, such as dining out with friends, shopping, or visiting museums.
Women’s Kimono【5-Hour Rental】
Price: ¥7,700（tax included）
Includes: Rental fee, dressing service, kimono, obi belt, T-shirt style juban (undergarment), 3 koshihimo waist ties, obi-ita board, 1 datejime belt, obiage sash, obijime cord, and zori footwear.
Men’s Kimono【5-Hour Rental】
Price: ¥5,500（tax included）
Includes: Rental fee, dressing service, kimono, kaku-obi belt, T-shirt style juban (undergarment), 1 koshihimo waist tie, and setta footwear.
Yukata Dressing Plan
Yukata Plan
July – September. Perfect for warm summer days.
Women’s Yukata【2 Days / 1 Night】
Price: ¥7,800（tax included）
Includes: Rental fee, dressing service, simple hair styling, yukata, obi belt, 2 koshihimo waist ties, obi-ita board, 1 datejime belt, geta wooden clogs, and drawstring pouch.
Note on Returns: If returning by mail, please ship the item by the second day. The return shipping fee is to be paid by the customer.
Men’s Yukata【2 Days / 1 Night】
Price: ¥6,000（tax included）
Includes: Rental fee, dressing service, yukata, obi belt, 1 koshihimo waist tie, and geta wooden clogs.
Dressing Only & Add-ons
Dressing Service Only (Bring Your Own Yukata): ¥3,300（tax included）
Simple Hair Styling: ¥1,500（tax included）
Lineup
When booking, please specify the item number shown below each photo.
KIMONO
Height｜145 – 150cm
Height｜151 – 160cm
Height｜161 – 170cm
Height｜171 – 180cm
YUKATA
Height｜141 – 150cm
Height｜151 – 160cm
Height｜161 – 170cm
Men’s
Height｜155 – 164cm
Height｜165 – 174cm
Height｜175 – 180cm
What to Expect
（1-hour shoot example）
step.01
10:00
Start
You can choose a start time of 9:00, 10:00, 11:00, or 12:00
step.02
10:10
Dressing and hair
Choose your favorite kimono from more than 20 styles. Then choose your accessories!
step.03
10:50
Start the shoot
Our photographer will help you pose for the best shots
step.04
11:10
Finish
After you change clothes you can explore coffee shops, gift shops, and more!