OIRAN & NEO -OIRAN Photo Experience in Sendai
A one-of-a-kind photo experience where you can transform into a glamorous Oiran or Neo-Oiran(courtesan) —a world that blends traditional beauty with modern fantasy.Enjoy an extraordinary and unforgettable time that captures the spirit of Japan.
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【 Experience Details 】
The OIRAN (courtesan)experience includes about 2 hours for kimono dressing, hair styling, and makeup, followed by 30–60 minutes of shooting at a nearby studio.
Including kimono selection and changing after the session, please allow around 3.5 hours in total for the experience.
If a wig is used for your hairstyle, we recommend bringing a small hair tie or clip to arrange your hair easily afterward.
【 Photo Data 】
You will receive at least 20 edited photos digitally after the session.
If you wish, we can also take photos or short videos for you on your smartphone during the experience.
【 Kimono Selection 】
You can choose your favorite kimono on the day.
If you have a specific image in mind or would like to bring your own accessories, please let us know in advance so we can prepare accordingly.
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While this experience focuses on the artistic and fashion aspects of Oiran style,
we deeply respect the historical background and the lives of the women who shaped this culture.
Our aim is to share the beauty of traditional Japanese dress and artistry in a way that honors its cultural roots.
| Holding Term | Year-round |
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| Duration | Approximately 3.5 hours |
| Number of people involved | 1 ~ 2people |
| Fee | 88,000 JPY- (tax included) |
KIMONOYA
KIMONOYA offers a wide range of traditional Japanese attire for rent, from vibrant and unique kimono to children’s kimono for Shichi-Go-San, furisode, and wedding attire. Kimono dressing services are also available. You can take photos at our in-store photo spot or at a nearby rental photo studio. Conveniently located in the Ichibancho shopping arcade in Sendai, just a one-minute walk from the main building of Sendai Mitsukoshi, KIMONOYA offers a unique kimono experience for special occasions and unforgettable travel memories. Our return deadline is 8:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to enjoy sightseeing and exploring Sendai. Early morning and late evening appointments are also available by advance reservation, outside our regular business hours.
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Would you like to enjoy a truly special OIRAN photoshoot — wearing a gorgeous kimono and posing in a vividly colorful studio that feels like another world?
Basic Information
| Experience Name | OIRAN & NEO -OIRAN Photo Experience in Sendai |
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| Holding Place | KIMONOYA |
| Duration | Approximately 3.5 hours |
| Holding Term | Year-round |
| Start Time | 10:00–13:00 |
Implementation Condition
| Minimum number of participants | 1people |
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| Maximum number of participants | 2people |
| Reservation Application Deadline | By 00:00, 5 days in advance |
| Important Notes for Participants | When making a reservation, please provide your height, clothing size, and shoe size (in cm). |
Fee
| Fee |
Price per person: 88,000 JPY (tax included) |
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| Included in the fee | • Kimono
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| Items not included in the fee | • Printed photos or photo albums
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| Fee Remarks | After the photoshoot, please refrain from going out while wearing the Oiran costume. |
| Payment Methods | Cash, credit card, and QR code payments are accepted. |
| Cancellation and Changes | A 100% cancellation fee applies for same-day cancellations. |
| About Cancellation Fees | Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to cancel or change your reservation. |
Meeting Place & Access
| Meeting Place | 2F, Kinshodo Building, 4-5-24 Ichibancho, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi |
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| Meeting Place Remarks | 2nd floor of the orange building with “Hokkaido Dosanko Plaza” on the ground floor |
| Meeting Time | Please arrive at your reserved time |
| Access | 1-minute walk from Kotodai-Koen Station (Subway Namboku Line, South Exit 3); 1 minute from Mitsukoshi Main Building |
| Parking |
None
Please use nearby coin-operated parking lots |
| Facility Information | In-store photo spot available |
Other
| Barrier Free | None |
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| Regarding Multilingual Support | Japanese |