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Kawagoe is a highly accessible tourist destination, about 30 minutes by train from Tokyo, with multiple lines serving the area, including the Tobu Tojo Line, JR Kawagoe Line, and Seibu Shinjuku Line. Charming spots such as the kura-style warehouse streets, Toki no Kane (Bell of Time), and Kashiya Yokocho (Candy Alley) are scattered throughout the city. There are more than 10 kimono rental shops from around the station to the main sightseeing area, making it easy to find one that suits your style.
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Kawagoe Kimono Rental Bibian <本川越駅バス乗り場5番発 西武バスにて一番街下車>
Kawagoe Kimono Rental Bibian is conveniently located for sightseeing—just a 3-minute walk from Hon-Kawagoe Station and a 7-minute walk to Kawagoe’s symbol, Toki no Kane (Bell of Time). In a calm, modern Japanese space, you’ll find an elegant yet glamorous selection of kimono, popular with a wide range of ages. With attentive service and stylish coordination suggestions, it’s especially recommended for adult women and anyone who prefers a more refined vibe. They also pay close attention to hair styling and accessories, so you can enjoy a graceful day in an outfit that blends beautifully with Kawagoe’s streetscape.
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Address14-5 Saiwaicho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama Walking time from nearest station・From Kawagoe Station East Exit: Take a Tobu bus from stops 1, 2, 4, 5, or 6 and get off at “Ichibangai” Other access informationToki no Kane (Bell of Time): 7 min on foot
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Business hours10:00–17:00 (Sat/Sun/holidays until 18:00) Closed daysTuesdays (If the 8th, 18th, or 28th falls on a Tuesday, closed the following Wednesday) Phone number090-3524-8979 Menu and Prices・Women’s strolling plan: ¥3,00 (tax incl.)
Kimono Yukata Rental NANAKO <西武新宿線 本川越駅東口から徒歩3分>
Kimono Yukata Rental NANAKO is conveniently located as a sightseeing base—about a 5-minute walk from Hon-Kawagoe Station and within a 10-minute walk to Kashiya Yokocho (Candy Alley). With plenty of antique patterns and retro-modern kimono, it’s perfect for anyone who wants a unique look you won’t find elsewhere. Their reasonably priced hands-free plans are very popular with students and couples. The shop has a casual, friendly atmosphere, and you can enjoy a cute finish with hair styling and accessories.
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AddressJOY7 Building 3F, 1-16-6 Shintomicho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama Walking time from nearest station3 min on foot from Hon-Kawagoe Station (East Exit) on the Seibu Shinjuku Line Other access informationKashiya Yokocho (Candy Alley): 10 min on foot
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Business hours9:30–17:30 Closed daysTuesdays (except during certain periods) Phone number049-299-7368 Menu and Prices・Standard plan: ¥5,000 (tax incl.)
Kawagoe Kimono Rental Koto <西武新宿線 本川越駅 蔵のまち口(東口)徒歩4分>
Kawagoe Kimono Rental Koto is about a 10-minute walk from Kawagoe Station and an 8-minute walk to the kura-style warehouse streets, making it easy to access. In the calm, machiya-inspired interior, you can choose your kimono while enjoying a traditional Japanese atmosphere. They offer a wide variety, from high-quality kimono to casual options, plus plans for men, families, and couples. Another highlight is their highly regarded dressing technique that helps prevent the kimono from coming undone. It’s a shop where you can enjoy a natural, elegant kimono experience that blends into the historic streetscape.
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Address2F Shintomicho Asamori Building, 1-8-3 Shintomicho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama Walking time from nearest station4 min on foot from Hon-Kawagoe Station (Kura no Machiguchi / East Exit) on the Seibu Shinjuku Line Other access informationKura-style warehouse streets: 8 min on foot
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Business hours9:00–18:00 (last return 17:30) Closed daysOpen all year round Phone number049-298-5541 Menu and Prices・Kimono full set: from ¥2,970 (tax incl.) *Reservation required / limited-time only
Rika Wafuku Kawagoe <西武新宿線「本川越駅」徒歩2分>
Rika Wafuku Kawagoe is in a great location—just a 3-minute walk from Hon-Kawagoe Station and a 5-minute walk to Kawagoe Ichibangai, famous for its kura-style warehouse streets. As a popular chain with locations nationwide, it offers a reassuring experience and an extensive selection. With plenty of trendy, glamorous designs and distinctive obi, plus showy hair sets that look great on social media, it’s perfect for photos. They also have well-prepared hands-free plans, so even first-timers can easily enjoy wearing traditional Japanese attire. It’s a very popular shop, especially among young women, with many repeat customers.
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AddressActree Kawagoe 7F, 1-3-5 Shintomicho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama Walking time from nearest station2 min on foot from “Hon-Kawagoe Station” on the Seibu Shinjuku Line Other access informationKawagoe Ichibangai: 5 min on foot
Shop Information
Business hours9:00–18:00 Closed daysOpen all year round Phone number050-3204-4859 Menu and Prices・Kawagoe kimono/yukata couples plan: from ¥8,000 (tax incl.)
Kawagoe Kimono Rental Yuzuya <西武新宿線本川越駅より東口5番バス乗り場より乗車 仲町で下車 徒歩30秒>
Kawagoe Kimono Rental Yuzuya is a traditional house-style rental shop in a quiet area—about a 5-minute walk from Kawagoe-shi Station and around a 10-minute walk to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, famous for matchmaking. They offer kimono with a natural, soft feel, and it’s well loved for being easy to enjoy without feeling too formal. From retro-cute styles to elegant looks, there’s a wide selection, along with tasteful accessories. Prices are reasonable, and another plus is being able to get carefully dressed in a calm environment. It’s also a great fit for adult women and anyone who wants to enjoy taking photos.
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Address2F, 1-4 Nakamachi, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama Walking time from nearest station・From Hon-Kawagoe Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line): Take a bus from East Exit stop 5, get off at Nakamachi, then 30 seconds on foot Other access informationKawagoe Hikawa Shrine: about 10 min on foot
Shop Information
Business hours9:30–18:00 Closed daysWednesdays (Open if a day ending in 8 falls on a Wednesday; closed the following Thursday) Phone number049-227-9150 Menu and Prices・Women’s (hanhaba obi) plan: from ¥3,300 (tax incl.)
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