心-花雫- KOKORO HANASHIZUKU Reserve
Oiran Experience for Couples

An oiran experience, for two.

In a Kyoto machiya in Gion, with someone special.

¥23,650~for two, tax incl. / about 2.5 hrs

  • Come as you are
  • Dressing & make-up
  • Pro photography
  • Retouched data

Since 2008 · 1 min from Gion-Shijo · Popular for anniversaries

Choose her plan
Standard or Authentic

Choose the women’s plan.

A couple shoot combines with the women’s plan. First choose the women’s plan; we’ll add the men’s look.
Standard oiran experience

Standard Oiran

A komon layered with an uchikake — our most popular, easygoing plan. A lovely balance of glamour and ease.

from¥10,450(tax incl.)
See Standard →
Authentic oiran experienceMost popular

Authentic Oiran

A kakeshita with an uchikake for a richer, more dramatic look. For those who want to fully immerse themselves.

from¥15,950(tax incl.)
See Authentic →

The men’s look (Japanese dress or “Sharaku”) can be added to either women’s plan.

Choose his shoot
For him

Choose the men’s shoot.

Add the men’s shoot to the women’s plan. Choose Japanese dress, or the “Sharaku” look (the price depends on which you choose).
Couple shoot (men's Japanese dress)

Couple shoot

Women’s plan +¥13,200(tax incl.)
  • Men’s dressing, one outfit (Japanese dress)
  • Pro shoot +approx. 14 shots
  • Retouched data +2 photos
  • Duration +approx. 30 min

*Men’s hair & makeup not included.

Sharaku couple shoot (men's hair & makeup included)

Sharaku couple shoot

Women’s plan +¥15,950(tax incl.)
  • Men’s dressing, makeup & hair styling (Sharaku)
  • Pro shoot +approx. 14 shots
  • Retouched data +2 photos
  • Duration +approx. 30 min

Dedicated Sharaku kimono for men available.
About the Sharaku plan (for men) →

For two
Her & him

The two looks

For her

A gorgeous oiran

Uchikake, kanzashi and obi transform her into an elegant oiran. Our professional hair and makeup bring out each person’s charm.

See the oiran experience
For him

Japanese dress, or the “Sharaku”

For men, we offer Japanese dress (nagashi or hakama). You can also choose the makeup-included “Sharaku” look. Stand side by side for a matching pair of photos.

See the Sharaku plan (for men)
Included & price
All in the price

Included & price

See the Standard Oiran plan in detail See the Authentic Oiran plan in detail

Flow
3 simple steps

How it works

  1. 01

    Book & check in

    Choose the women’s plan and book online. We’ll guide you from check-in.

  2. 02

    Dressing & makeup

    Our professionals prepare each of your looks.

  3. 03

    Shoot together

    Two-shot, solo and selfies. Retouched photos within one month.

Your retouched photos are delivered within one month.

FAQ
Before you book

Frequently asked questions

What does the man wear?

You can choose Japanese dress (nagashi or hakama), or the makeup-included “Sharaku” look.

Can we be photographed together?

Yes. As well as two-shots side by side, we take individual solo shots. Between shots, you can also enjoy selfies together.

How much is the couple price?

From ¥23,650 for two (tax incl.). The total varies with the women’s plan and the men’s shoot you choose (min. 28 shots, 4 retouched photos).

Can we book on the day?

Same-day bookings are accepted until 17:00. We recommend booking in advance.

See more FAQs →

About us
Who we are

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 and QR payments (PayPay / Alipay) are accepted.

We guide your poses

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

More about KOKORO HANASHIZUKU

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.

Access
Find us in Gion

Access

A single-house machiya studio in Gion, where the old teahouse district still lingers. Steps from Gion-Shijo.

KOKORO HANASHIZUKU — Oiran Experience Studio in Gion, Kyoto

Address
3-273 Miyagawasuji, Higashiyama-ku,
Kyoto 605-0801
Access
1 min from Keihan “Gion-Shijo” Station
10 min from Hankyu “Kyoto-Kawaramachi” Station
Hours
10:00–20:00 (last reception 17:00)
Closed
Tuesdays & Thursdays

*If Tue/Thu falls on a public holiday we open and close the next weekday instead. We also open on Tue/Thu over the New Year and Golden Week (closed January 1 and 2 only).

Reservation

Book your photoshoot

Online booking is open 24 hours. Same-day requests are accepted until 17:00.

10:00–20:00 (last reception 17:00) / 1 min from Gion-Shijo Station