15 Stores in Tokyo Where You Can Buy Yukata
Yukata are casual Japanese kimono that are usually worn during the summer. There are many stores in Tokyo where you can buy yukata, making it difficult to choose. Here's a list of 15 stores that range from stores that specialize in kimono and yukata to rental stores and even supermarkets. If there isn't enough space in your luggage, fear not. Some of these stores sell yukata online, so why not order your yukata from overseas instead? Furthermore, some places only sell yukata in the summertime, while others sell all year round. Our selection includes both, so even if you come in the winter, you can still buy a yukata.
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1. Uniqlo
HP: www.uniqlo.com/jp/ (Japanese Only)
2. AEON
HP: https://www.welcome-aeon.com/index.php (Japanese Only)
3. Ito-Yokado「*ENDED」
4. Kimono Yamato
HP: https://www.kimono-yamato.co.jp/en/ (Japanese Only)
5. Chikusen
HP: www.chikusen.co.jp/ (Japanese Only)
Address: Tokyo, Chuo City, Nihonbashikobunacho, 2−3 (Google Map)
6. Wataro
Wataro is a well-loved yukata store located in Itabashi and what customers love most about it is that Wataro has the perfect kimono and yukata for every occasion. You'll find a lot of beautiful and some very unique designs here. This is one place to go to to get a yukata fit for a summer fireworks festival or summer events here in Japan.
HP: www.wataro.jp/ (Japanese Only)
Address: 49-1 Oyamacho, Itabashi City, Tokyo (Google Map)
7. Kururi「*PHYSICAL STORE CLOSED」
HP: kururi.net/ (Japanese Only)
8. Tsudaya「*CLOSED」
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9. Araiya Kimono
HP: araiya.mobi/?mode=f4 (Japanese Only)
10. Ichiroya「*CLOSED」
11. Vintage Kimono Fuku Fuku
HP: www.rakuten.co.jp/fukukimono/ (Japanese Only)
Address: Tokyo, Taito City, Asakusa, 1 Chome−33−3 (Asakusa branch) (Google Map)
12. Koenji Hirari
HP: ameblo.jp/hirari2013/ (Japanese Only)
Address: Tokyo, Suginami City, Koenjikita, 2 Chome−22−21(Google Map)
13. Hana Goyomi「*CLOSED」
14. Aki Kimon Rental
HP: kr-aki.co.jp/ (Japanese Only)
Address: 15-14 Maruyamacho, Shibuya City, Tokyo (Google Map)
15. Atelier Anfan
HP: www.atorieanfan.com/ (Japanese Only)
Address: 2 Chome-31-7 Eharacho, Nakano City, Tokyo (Google Map)
Have you already made a mental note on which yukata store to visit? There are many designs available out there and you might want to think of your budget and whether you are ready to buy one or just rent one for the day when you're in town. If you plan to buy one, you will be spoiled with choices from new modern ones to vintage ones. If your schedule doesn't permit you to visit those stores, you could also browse their online stores instead.
The information in this article is accurate at the time of publication.