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Oiran Photo Experience

Oiran Photo Experience in Gion, Kyoto

Hair, makeup, dressing and photography in a Kyoto machiya.

¥10,450~tax incl. / about 2 hrs

  • Dressing & make-up
  • Pro photography
  • Retouched data

Since 2008 · 1 min from Gion-Shijo Station · Overseas guests welcome

Plans
Choose your style

Choose from two oiran experiences.

A relaxed Standard, or a full Authentic. Choose by the mood of the finished look.
Standard Oiran
Standard

Standard Oiran

An uchikake robe layered over a komon kimono. Our most affordable plan, and the easiest way to start.

  • Photos takenapprox. 14+
  • Retouched data2+
  • Uchikake1+
  • Costume styleKomon + uchikake
  • Durationapprox. 2 hrs+

¥10,450~tax included

See the Standard plan →
Authentic OiranMost popular
Authentic

Authentic Oiran

An uchikake-and-kakeshita style, for something more alluring and dramatic. For photo lovers and anniversaries.

  • Photos takenapprox. 21+
  • Retouched data3+
  • Uchikake1+
  • Costume styleKakeshita + uchikake
  • Durationapprox. 2.5 hrs+

¥15,950~tax included

See the Authentic plan →

Coming as a couple? See the couple experience.

*“Approx. 14 photos” is the number of shots taken, not the number you receive. What you receive is the retouched data. Each plan also has three tiers to choose from.
*Guests of junior-high-school age and under cannot take the oiran experience. Please see the For Kids & Family plan instead. For prices and details, please see each plan page.

Included
All in the price

What’s included

Everything above is included, with no extra charge.

Flow
3 simple steps

How it works

  1. 01

    Book & check in

    Reserve online. On the day, simply start at our reception.

  2. 02

    Hair, makeup & dressing

    Our professionals transform you into a beautiful oiran.

  3. 03

    Shoot, selfies & choosing

    Our photographer guides your poses in an oiran-only studio booth. You will also have time for selfies on your own phone, then choose which photos to retouch.

Your retouched photos are delivered within one month.

FAQ
Before you book

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to bring anything?

No. The full costume, dressing, hair, makeup and accessories are all included. Just come as you are.

Can couples take part?

Yes. We offer couple shoots, where the two of you are dressed as an oiran and her companion and photographed together.

Is it OK if I don’t speak Japanese?

Overseas guests are welcome. Our staff will guide you through each step of the experience.

How long does it take, and when do I get the photos?

It takes about 2 hours (about 2.5 hours for Authentic). Your retouched photos are delivered within one month.

Can I book on the day?

Yes — same-day bookings are accepted until 17:00, and we can usually fit you in. Just call or message us on LINE. To be sure of your preferred time, we recommend booking in advance.

See more FAQs →

Why us
Reasons to choose us

Why guests choose us

Established in 2008

One of the first oiran-experience studios in Kyoto’s Gion, with years of craft behind us.

1 min from Gion-Shijo

A single-house machiya studio in the heart of Kyoto’s sightseeing district.

Professional finish

Dressing, hair, makeup and photography — all handled by professionals.

Overseas guests welcome

Our staff will guide you through each step of the experience.

Multiple payment methods

Cash, credit cards (VISA, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, Discover, UnionPay) and QR payments (PayPay / Alipay) are accepted.

We guide your poses

Our photographer guides you throughout, so first-timers can relax.

Good to know
Clear before you book

Good to know

All prices include tax. Extra charges apply only if you add options. For anything else, email us or message us on LINE.

Access
Find us in Gion

Access & hours

Nearest station
1 min from Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan Line); easy from Kyoto Station & Kawaramachi
Address
3-273 Miyagawasuji, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0801
Email
info@oiran-hanashizuku.kyoto
LINE
Chat with us on LINE →
Hours
10:00–20:00 (last reception 17:00) · Closed Tue & Thu*Open on national holidays that fall on Tue/Thu; closed the next weekday instead. Open on Tue/Thu during the New Year period (closed Jan 1 only) and Golden Week.
See full access & map →
Reserve

Picked your plan? Just choose a date.

By reservation · same-day until 17:00. Questions? Email us or message on LINE.