The Easywear Summer Kimonos Experience in Shibuya offers visitors a chance to enjoy traditional Japanese fashion. With a selection of beautiful yukatas and expert hairstyling, guests can create stunning looks as they explore the vibrant streets. This unique cultural adventure promises an unforgettable summer day, providing the perfect opportunity to capture memorable photos and embrace the essence of Japan. But what exactly can one expect from this captivating experience?
Key Points
- The easywear summer kimono experience in Shibuya offers hair styling as an optional add-on for an immersive cultural experience.
- The yukata rental process includes professional fitting and adjustments, ensuring comfort and authenticity.
- The experience is located near public transportation, but not wheelchair accessible, with a maximum capacity of 6 travelers.
- Booking is flexible with a reserve now, pay later option and free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity.
- The experience provides a convenient meeting point and end location, with hotel pick-up and drop-off available for added convenience.
Experience Overview
Visitors can enjoy an easy-wear summer kimono experience in the heart of Shibuya, Tokyo. Offered by Uyama Resort, the experience includes a rental of a yukata, a casual summer kimono, and a fitting by a professional.
Additional options like hair styling and makeup are available to complete the authentic Japanese look. The tour provides a glimpse into traditional Japanese fashion, allowing participants to feel like they’ve stepped into the streets of old Tokyo.
With everything taken care of, visitors can focus on exploring the vibrant Shibuya neighborhood and capturing memorable photos in their stylish summer attire.
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Meeting Details
Travelers meet at the Shinsei building, located at 2-chōme−22−7, Shibuya, Tokyo, 〒150-0002. They’ll head to room 903 and ask for staff at the eyelash salon SEE. This centrally located meeting point makes it easy to access the experience.
What | Where |
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Meeting Point | Shinsei building, room 903 |
Ask for | SEE eyelash salon staff |
End Point | Returns to meeting point |
The meeting and end points are the same, providing convenience and simplicity for participants. With clear instructions, travelers can smoothly get to the starting location and begin their summer kimono adventure.
Accessibility and Transportation
Hotel pick-up and drop-off are available for this experience, making transportation convenient for participants.
The experience is also located near public transportation, allowing easy access from various parts of the city.
However, it’s important to note that the experience isn’t wheelchair accessible, limiting accessibility for some guests.
The experience can accommodate a maximum of 6 travelers, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience.
- Near public transportation
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off available
- Not wheelchair accessible
Booking Information
When can one confirm their booking for this summer kimonos experience? Customers can expect confirmation within 48 hours of their booking, subject to availability.
The experience offers flexible booking options, allowing travelers to reserve now and pay later. Cancellations are free up to 24 hours before the start of the activity, providing travelers with peace of mind.
This summer kimonos experience in Shibuya is supplied by Uyama Resort and is covered by their Lowest Price Guarantee, ensuring customers get the best value for their money.
With these convenient booking policies, arranging this unique cultural experience is straightforward and hassle-free.
Pricing and Guarantee
The summer kimonos experience is supplied by Uyama Resort, ensuring customers get the best value for their money. Priced from $43.74 per person, this offering provides an affordable way to take in Japanese culture.
Customers can take advantage of several benefits:
- A lowest price guarantee, so they can book with confidence.
- Flexible booking options, allowing them to reserve now and pay later.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience, providing peace of mind.
With these guarantees and pricing, the summer kimonos experience in Shibuya promises an unforgettable cultural adventure.
Yukata Rental and Fitting
Though the summer kimonos experience begins with a professional yukata rental and fitting, the process is quick and seamless. Participants are guided by experts who ensure a perfect fit, from selecting the appropriate size to tying the delicate sash. This attention to detail guarantees an authentic and comfortable wear throughout the day.
Step | Description | Time |
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1 | Select yukata design and size | 5 mins |
2 | Fitted by professional | 10 mins |
3 | Proper tying of sash | 5 mins |
4 | Final adjustments | 2 mins |
The yukata rental and fitting sets the stage for an immersive cultural experience in the heart of Shibuya.
Hair Styling and Makeup
Along With the yukata rental and fitting, the summer kimonos experience offers participants the option to have their hair styled and makeup applied by professional artists.
This added service provides an opportunity to fully take in the Japanese aesthetic, enhancing the overall experience.
Some key benefits of the hair and makeup option include:
- Authentic hairstyles, such as traditional buns or braids, that complement the kimono attire.
- Expertly applied makeup that accentuates natural features and creates a polished, elegant look.
- A transformative experience that allows participants to feel like they’ve stepped back in time.
Returning to the Meeting Point
After the hair and makeup session, participants make their way back to the meeting point at the Shinsei building.
They retrace their steps, passing through the bustling streets of Shibuya, taking in the lively atmosphere.
Arriving at the Shinsei building, they head to room 903, where the eyelash salon SEE is located.
The staff greets them and facilitates a smooth check-out process.
Once everyone is ready, the group departs the building and returns to the original meeting point, concluding the easy-wear summer kimono experience.
The participants feel transformed, having immersed themselves in the traditional Japanese culture during their time in Shibuya.
Since You Asked
Can I Bring My Own Yukata?
You can’t bring your own yukata for this experience. The experience includes the rental and fitting of a yukata by a professional, so participants must use the provided kimonos.
How Long Does the Experience Last?
The experience lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Participants can try on a traditional Japanese summer kimono, get it professionally fitted, and have their hair styled by a professional if they choose the optional hairstyling add-on.
Are Photographs Allowed During the Experience?
Yes, guests are allowed to take photographs during the Easywear summer kimonos experience. Capturing the process of trying on the traditional Japanese attire and getting styled by the professional staff is encouraged to commemorate the memorable experience.
Can I Customize the Hairstyle and Makeup?
Yes, customers can customize their hairstyle and makeup during the experience. The staff are professional stylists who will work with you to achieve the desired look for your summer kimono rental.
Is There a Dress Code for the Experience?
There’s no strict dress code for this experience. Guests can wear casual, comfortable attire, although traditional Japanese-style clothing like kimonos or yukatas is encouraged to enhance the culture. The priority is to feel relaxed and enjoy the experience.
The Sum Up
The Easywear Summer Kimonos Experience in Shibuya offers a memorable culture, where visitors can don traditional Japanese attire and have their hair styled by experts. This unique package allows guests to fully embrace the essence of Japanese fashion and beauty, creating stunning photos as they explore the vibrant streets of Shibuya. It’s an unforgettable summer adventure that immerses participants in the captivating world of traditional Japanese culture.
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