Kimonorentaru VASARA Kawagoeekimaeten

With a near-perfect 4.9-star rating across more than 1,400 reviews, VASARA's Kawagoe station branch has clearly earned its place as one of the city's most beloved experiences. The rental process is designed to be welcoming for first-timers and seasoned kimono-wearers alike, letting you wander Kawagoe's storied kurazukuri merchant streets dressed as though you've stepped straight out of the Edo period.

When to go

The studio opens at 9 AM every day of the week, so arriving early gives you the full day to explore at a leisurely pace before the 6 PM close. Spring cherry blossoms and autumn foliage are particularly atmospheric backdrops for a kimono stroll through Kawagoe's old town lanes.

“Staff were really experienced and friendly in helping guest getting dressed in traditional Japanese garb. There was a wide variety of colours and patterns do selection. Would definitely recommend.”— Ryan Teo, Google review