【Maiko Experience in Kyoto】at Maiko Transformation Studio Shiki “四季”
The contents of this article are as of October 2024.
For the latest experience information, please visit Rental Kimono Shiki Sakura (official website)
W hat’s good about Maiko Transformation Studio Shiki “四季”？
・No specific belongings required!
・Photogenic makeup with the combination of old-school traditional Maiko makeup and modern arrangement!
L ocation・Experience Information
| Address | 〒605-0862 Kiyomizu 2-chome 208-7, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Japan |
| Directions | ・From JR Kyoto Station: Approximately 15 minutes ride. Take bus No. 206 from bus stop D2 at the central exit (Kyoto Tower side), and get off at the "Kiyomizu-michi" bus stop. ・From Hankyu Kawaramachi Station: Approximately 5 minutes ride. Take bus No. 207 eastbound from Shijo-dori and get off at the "Kiyomizu-michi" bus stop. ・From Keihan Gion-Shijo Station: Approximately 5 minutes ride. Take bus No. 207 eastbound from Shijo-dori and get off at the "Kiyomizu-michi" bus stop. |
Maiko Experience Menu
※It might take more time during the holiday season and weekends
※Free Photoshoot time is available – Participants are able to take pictures with their own camera or smartphone
I ndoor Shoot Plan
| Plan | Indoor Shoot Plan |
| Price | Campaign Price ¥16,390 (Original Price ¥33,000) |
| Contents | ・Maiko white make-up (If you dislike Maiko make-up, you do not need to do it.) ・Dressing kimono (You can choose the 1 favorite kimono out of 200 kimonos. This plan comes with free Japanese socks) ・False eyelash (If you need it, please tell our make-up staff.) ・Natural wig (Also can decide between normal wig and no wig.) ・Photography in the Japanese room for 3 pictures ・Photo book 3 pages (203mm×145mm) ・USB included all pictures ・Free photo-shooting time to take pictures by yourselves for 10 minutes |
| Note | ※It takes about 2〜2,5 hours ※Our photographers choose the best pictures for you. ※You can add an optional strolling for 30minutes (2,200yen) and 60 minutes (3,465 yen). |
S trolling Plan
| Plan | Strolling Plan |
| Price | Campaign Price ¥19,690 (Original Price ¥41,800) |
| Contents | ・Maiko white make-up (If you dislike Maiko make-up, you do not need to do it.) ・Dressing kimono (You can choose the 1 favorite kimono out of 200 kimonos. This plan comes with free Japanese socks) ・False eyelash (If you need it, please tell our make-up staff.) ・Natural wig (Also can decide between normal wig and no wig.) ・Photography in the Japanese room for 3 pictures ・Photo book 3 pages (203mm×145mm) ・USB included all pictures ・Strolling for 60 minutes |
| Note | ※It takes about 2,5〜3 hours. ※Our photographers choose the best pictures for you. ※If it is raining, the Strolling plan will not be held and will be altered to the Indoor Shoot Plan |
M aiko and Samurai Couple Plan
※2 participants for 1 group
| Plan | Maiko and Samurai Couple Plan |
| Price | Campaign Price ¥26,290 (Original Price ¥46,200) |
| Contents | For Woman ・Maiko white make-up (If you dislike Maiko make-up, you do not need to do it.) ・Dressing kimono (You can choose the 1 favorite kimono out of 200 kimonos. This plan comes with free Japanese socks) ・False eyelash (If you need it, please tell our make-up staff.) ・Natural wig (Also can decide between normal wig and no wig.) For Man ・Dressing kimono (This plan comes with free Japanese socks) Photography ・4 pictures (Group pictures or Solo pictures) (You can choose to take picture in Japanese room, Japanese tea room, Japanese garden or Gold folding screen ) ・Photo book 4 pages (203mm×145mm) ・USB included all pictures ・Free photo-shooting time to take pictures by yourselves for 10 minutes |
| Note | ※It takes about 2〜2,5 hours. ※Our photographers choose the best pictures for you. ※You can add an optional strolling for 30minutes (2,200yen) per person and 60 minutes (3,465 yen) per person |
C hild Maiko Shoot Plan
| Plan | Child Maiko Shoot Plan |
| Price | Campaign Price ¥17,490 (Original Price ¥19,700) |
| Contents | ・Maiko White make-up (If you dislike White make-up, you do not need to do it.) ・Dressing kimono (You can choose your favorite one out of 50 kimonos. This plan comes with free Japanese socks.) ・False eyelash (If you need it, please tell our make-up staff.) ・Natural wig (Also you can change it to no wig.) ・Photography - 2 pictures in Japanese rooms - 2 pictures with Gold folding screen ・Photo book 4 pages (203mm×145mm) ・USB included all pictures ・Free photo-shooting time to take pictures by yourselves for 10 minutes |
| Note | ※It takes about 2〜2.5 hours. ※Our photographers choose the best pictures for you. |
C hild Samurai Shoot Plan
| Plan | Child Samurai Shoot Plan |
| Price | Campaign Price ¥11,990 (Original Price ¥22,000) |
| Contents | ・Dressing kimono (This plan comes with free Japanese socks.) ・Photography - 2 pictures in Japanese rooms - 2 pictures with Gold folding screen ・Photo book 4 pages (203mm×145mm) ・USB included all pictures ・Free photo-shooting time to take pictures by yourselves for 10 minutes |
| Note | ※It takes about 1 hour ※Our photographers choose the best pictures for you. |
S amurai Shoot Plan
| Plan | Samurai Shoot Plan |
| Price | Campaign Price ¥9,790 (Original Price ¥17,600) |
| Contents | ・Dressing kimono (This plan comes with free Japanese socks.) ・Photography - 2 pictures in Japanese rooms ・Photo book 2 pages (203mm×145mm) ・USB included all pictures ・Free photo-shooting time to take pictures by yourselves for 10 minutes |
| Note | ※It takes about 1 hour ※You can add an optional strolling for 30 minutes (2,200yen) and 60 minutes (3,465yen). |
F amily Plan（Maiko・Samurai・Child for 3 participants）
※3 participants for 1 group (1 Maiko, 1 Samurai, and 1 Child)
※Additional members will be charged extra
| Plan | Family Plan (Maiko/Samurai/Child for 3 participants) |
| Price | Campaign Price ¥39,930 (Original Price ¥76,100) |
| Contents | For Woman ・Maiko white make-up (If you dislike Maiko make-up, you do not need to do it.) ・Dressing kimono (You can choose the 1 favorite kimono out of 200 kimonos. This plan comes with free Japanese socks) ・False eyelash (If you need it, please tell our make-up staff.) ・Natural wig (Also can decide between normal wig and no wig.) For Man ・Dressing kimono For Child (Girl) ・White make-up ・Dressing kimono ・False eyelash ・Natural wig For Child (Boy) ・Dressing kimono Photography ・4 pictures (Group pictures or Solo pictures) (You can choose to take picture in Japanese room, Japanese tea room, Japanese garden or Gold folding screen ) ・Photo book 4 pages (203mm×145mm) ・USB included all pictures ・Free photo-shooting time to take pictures by yourselves for 10 minutes |
| Note | ※13,200 yen per additional person for woman or girl (add one more picture) ※11,000 yen per additional person for man or boy (add one more picture) ※If you are Maiko for 2 and child for 1 (or Maiko for 3), add 5500 yen. ※You can add an optional strolling for 30 minutes (2,200yen) per person and 60 minutes (3,465yen) per person. |
B efore You Reserve
・Reservation via form must be at least 2 days in advance
・If you book on the phone call, please clarify that you came from the Wagokoro Website
・Maiko Transformation Experience is only for women (Samurai is only for men)
・Age 5 through 12 must be in Child Maiko Shoot Plan or Family Plan for girl, Child Samurai Shoot Plan or Family Plan for boy
・If you are pregnant, have some skin diseases and drank alcohol, you cannot do any plans
・ If it is raining, please change your plan or cancel your reservation since we do not charge cancellations due to weather condition
R eservation（Official Website）
The contents of this article are as of October 2024.
For the latest experience information, please visit Rental Kimono Shiki Sakura (official website)
How Attractive Maiko Transformation Studio Shiki “四季”
Maiko Transformation Studio Shiki “四季” locates at 3 minutes away from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto, and there are a lot of sightseeing spots such as Yasaka Five Story Pagoda (八坂五重塔), Yasaka Koushindou (八坂庚申堂), Ninei-zaka (二寧坂), and Sannen-zaka (三年坂), Koudaiji Temple (高台寺), and Yasaka Shrine (八坂神社) in walking distances.
You can enjoy the Japanese traditional Kyoto scenery around there!
Photos from the Experience
