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Transform your look with a kimono in 3 minutes! Stroll and take photos in a Tokaido post town

Transform your look with a kimono in 3 minutes! Stroll and take photos in a Tokaido post town

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A new activity that lets you fully savor the traditional beauty of Japan awaits you in Hirakata City, Osaka. Hirakata City is conveniently located between Kyoto and Osaka, offering easy access. But it is not only known for its location; it is also a post town with its own unique charm. What's more, there's even a charming activity in which you can transform your look with a kimono in 3 minutes! For international visitors wanting to feel closer to the culture of Japan, time strolling historic streets in a kimono is like something out of a dream. The post town in Hirakata City features old buildings and charming streets that evoke the history of the Edo period (the era of samurai). With temples and Shinto shrines dotting the area, Japan's traditions and aesthetics live on. Wearing a kimono as you walk through the area will make you feel like you've traveled back in time. You can even take the perfect photo to post on social media, which is one of the best ways to commemorate your journey. International travelers to Japan will step into a leisurely dream-like experience in this Japanese cultural activity.

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Stroll around a post town in a kimono!

Stroll around a post town in a kimono!

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Minimum Number of Passengers
2 participants
Maximum Capacity
5 participants
Participation Restrictions
Age restrictions apply (only adult-sized kimono available)
Meeting and Exchange Areas
Prim Salon in front of Keihan Hirakatashi Station
22-12 Okahigashi-cho, Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture
Meeting place
Meeting place type
【1】
Osaka Pref. Hirakata city
Open Period
Closed on certain days
Closed Period
Event held: April–June. Excluded dates: Tuesdays
Meeting Times and Business Hours
Meeting time: 10:00 a.m. (Requires consultation)
Tour Schedule
Meet at Prim Salon > Change into a kimono > Stroll along photo spots and see places of note > Visit Kagiya Museum > Return to Prim Salon
Required Time
Maximum: 5 hours
Provision of Meals
Meals are not provided
Parking
Not available
Guides
Unguided

This basic information is current at the time of publication and is subject to change.
Please check the official website for the latest information.

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