A Chinese-speaking photographer making a kimono portrait in Gion

Kimono in Kyoto is a common reason to book. The clothes sit against old lanes, temple gardens, and stone paths. The hour and the route follow the season, the light, and the color you are wearing. The session is in Chinese.

Throughout the session there is direction for movement, expression, and how the kimono sits. Each kimono has a way of walking, standing, and placing the hands. If you are in kimono, you can also look atKyoto solo portraitand choose an approach that fits.

Please note:JLP PHOTO photographs only. A Kyoto kimono shop can be suggested. You confirm the service and the price with that shop.

Before a kimono session

These are general suggestions. The plan can change for you.

Spring (Mar–Apr)

Sakura pink, cream, or pale purple kimono against blossom

Summer (Jun–Aug)

Light blue or mint yukata. Light cloth, clear color.

Autumn (Oct–Nov)

Orange, wine, or dark green kimono with autumn leaves

Winter (Dec–Feb)

Navy, gray, or gold kimono against temple buildings

A kimono route

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Classic Gion route

Shirakawa Minami-dori, then Hanamikoji, then Yasaka Pagoda. A traditional quarter. Few visitors early.

Suggested length: 60 minutes. Morning is the better hour.

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Nanzen-ji and Higashiyama

Nanzen-ji’s sanmon, then around Suirokaku. Fewer visitors. Quiet kimono portraits.

Suggested length: 60 minutes. Morning or evening.

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Arashiyama bamboo route

Bamboo path, then Togetsukyo Bridge.

Suggested length: 120 minutes. Choose the extended package.

Kimono packages

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