Tokyo Kimono Experience TSUNAGU
TSUNAGU
A PREMIUM TOKYO KIMONO EXPERIENCE
– Connecting you to the beauty of Japan.
日本文化
和装
JAPANESE CULTURE
WASOU
TSUNAGU
A PREMIUM TOKYO KIMONO EXPERIENCE
東京和装体験 – Connecting you to the beauty of Japan.
日本文化
和装
JAPANESE CULTURE
WASOU
It is more than just a kimono-fitting experience. It is a ritual to center oneself.
We offer Japanese traditional attire culture not merely as "the experience of wearing a kimono," but as a premium moment to refine yourself and capture that beauty as a lasting memory.
In a busy daily life, there are few opportunities to spend time solely for yourself and to be meticulously prepared. At TSUNAGU, you will experience the depth of traditional clothing culture while reconnecting with your inner self.
The Stage: South Aoyama & Omotesando
Minami-Aoyama, a neighborhood where serenity and sophistication intersect.
Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo. It is a sophisticated space where urban tranquility harmonizes with the pulse of contemporary fashion.
Your special day begins at our private salon, located a three-minute walk from Omotesando at the entrance of Kotto-dori.
Three Distinct Styles
Three styles to match your worldview
STYLE 01
Tokyo Yuzen Style
A style to enjoy the beauty of "Tokyo Yuzen," a dyed kimono born in Tokyo.
Coordinated under the supervision of Tokyo Yuzen artists and workshop experts, these outfits embody the "Edo Iki" (chic spirit of Edo), allowing you to wear a sense of dignity that naturally straightens your posture the moment you put them on.
STYLE 02
Aoyama Kotto-dori Style
An urban and sophisticated traditional attire style that harmonizes with the fashion center of Minami-Aoyama.
We propose "Kimono as fashion" that blends into modern cityscapes without being bound by traditional rules.
STYLE 03
Bridal Kimono Style
A special style offered in collaboration with bridal businesses, providing a wide selection of wedding attire.
It is ideal for anniversary photography and rituals celebrating life's milestones.
Professional Support
A professional team providing experiences that exceed expectations
"I'm worried if it will suit me" or "I'm not sure if I can pull it off." To address these concerns, professionals from various fields have gathered to bring out your maximum charm.
Hair & Makeup
Delicate makeup tailored to your bone structure and personal aura.
Dressing
Beautiful and impeccably maintained dressing.
Photography
Portrait specialists capturing natural expressions.
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Tokyo Tegaki Yuzen Artist
Kumiko Machida
Representative Director, Machida Co., Ltd. / Director, Yukiya Co., Ltd.
Born in Tokyo. Graduate of Tokyo Dyeing and Art College. Studied under Ryuji Nagasawa for 10 years, becoming independent in 2009. Recipient of the Sengeiten Exhibition Incentive Award, Sengeiten Exhibition Award; selected for the National Dyeing and Weaving Exhibition and the National Traditional Crafts Public Exhibition. • Full Member of the Tokyo Industrial Dyeing Cooperative Association • Member of the Ota City Traditional Crafts Development Association • Certified Traditional Craftsman • Ota City Traditional Craftsman Media TOKYO FM, Yomiuri Shimbun, Nikkei Shimbun, Nippon TV "Burari Tochu Gesha no Tabi," NHK "Ippin," Nanaoh, Tsūhan Seikatsu, etc.
Tokyo Tegaki Yuzen Artist
Miyuki Ono
President and CEO, Yukiya Co., Ltd.
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Born in Yokohama. Graduate of Otsuka Textile Design College. Joined Sensho Komachien and studied under Kyojin Sakai. Selected for the National Dyeing and Weaving Exhibition; prize winner (Honorable Mention) at the Sengeiten Exhibition. Founded Some-kobo Yukiya in 2011. Prize winner (Sengeiten Award) at the Sengeiten Exhibition. Established Yukiya Co., Ltd. in 2017. Released the "some-pri" digital Yuzen series in 2019. Selected for the Japan Dyeing and Weaving Artists Exhibition. Full Member of the Tokyo Industrial Dyeing Cooperative Association. Media: TOKYO FM, Yomiuri Shimbun, Nikkei Shimbun, Nippon TV "Burari Tochu Gesha no Tabi," NHK "Ippin," Nanaoh, Tsūhan Seikatsu, etc.
Makeup Professional
MAKI
Representative Director, ONE to ONE Professional
After graduating from Tokyo Woman’s Christian University and working at an advertising agency, she dedicated 10 years to childcare while refining her expertise in beauty. She studied under industry pioneers, including Jitsuko Okada, founder of the Face Type Diagnosis, and Atsuko Morita, a leading authority on phytotherapy, acquiring a wide range of specialized certifications in face typing, color theory, and phytotherapy. In 2022, she established ONE to ONE Professional Co., Ltd., through which she conducts beauty seminars and lectures. Since 2024, she has served as an official trainer for "Miss SAKE" finalists while also opening a personal makeup lesson salon in Ebisu. She has a track record of instructing over 500 clients. Furthermore, she is active as a 25ans Beauty Medalist and a Ryukyuan dance performer with a career spanning over 25 years, embodying beauty and traditional culture from both internal and external perspectives. Certifications: Face Type Advisor (1st Grade) Color Analyst Japan Cosmetic Licensing Association (1st Grade) Special Grade Cosmetic Concierge Skincare Advisor Le Bois Certified Phyto-Advisor Certified Instructor, Foundation for the Promotion of Traditional Costume Culture (Authorized by the Cabinet Office) Natori (Certified Master), Ryukyu Buyo Izena-ryu School
Hair and Makeup Artist / Kitsuke (Kimono) Dresser
yako
Graduated from Japan Beauty College Licensed Cosmetologist Certified Management Cosmetologist Experience as Store Manager and Top Stylist at a major national hair salon chain Acquired over 5,000 requests (nominations) annually Recipient of the Corporate Management Planning Award Study abroad and cultural exchange Freelance activities as a set stylist, makeup artist, and kitsuke (kimono) dresser All-around player
Operations Manager, Tokyo Kimono Experience "TSUNAGU"
CHIKA MATSUNAGA
CEO, Brian & Groom Co., Ltd.
Having been engaged in the hair and makeup department of a major bridal business, she has accumulated extensive on-site experience. Currently, she is diversifying her business operations centered around the bridal industry, including cafe and nail salon ventures. She oversees numerous hair and makeup artists as well as kimono stylists, managing business operations in the field of total beauty. Specializing in value creation that fuses traditional Japanese culture with modern beauty and services, she pursues new possibilities in the field of experiential business. At the Tokyo Kimono Experience "TSUNAGU," she has partnered with management director Joji Takechi to promote the business as a new hub for sharing the charms of Japanese culture both domestically and internationally.
Hair and Makeup Professional
GEORGE TAKECHI
Administrator, Tokyo Japanese Traditional Clothing Experience TSUNAGU
After graduating from the Japan Beauty College in 1981, joined TAYA Co., Ltd. Achieved significant results, including setting a Guinness record for technical performance in the field. After serving as Store Manager and Area Manager, was appointed as Director in 1996. Contributed to the beauty industry's first JASDAQ listing and subsequent listing on the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange. As Managing Director and Senior Managing Director, held central management roles including the development of new business formats, alliances with overseas brands, marketing, and operational supervision of over 150 stores. Also demonstrated leadership in the development of original cosmetics and wigs, as well as the promotion of DX (introduction of EC and reservation apps). After retiring from the company in 2020 and serving as an advisor for 12 companies, established ONEtoONE Professional Co., Ltd. in 2022. Currently contributes to the development of the industry as a beauty consultant.
Introduction of Supervised and Collaborative Workshops
Machida Co., Ltd. (Machida Workshop)
Machida Co., Ltd. (Machida Workshop) is an artist workshop centered on the production of Tokyo Tegaki Yuzen (hand-painted silk dyeing), a traditional craft of Tokyo. Representative artist Kumiko Machida creates works that leverage delicate and beautiful sensibilities while carefully preserving traditional Yuzen techniques. At Machida Workshop, each piece of Japanese clothing, such as kimono and obi, is meticulously hand-painted to express Japanese aesthetic sense and craftsmanship. While inheriting traditional techniques, they incorporate modern sensibilities and continue their efforts to convey the charm of Tokyo Tegaki Yuzen within contemporary Japanese clothing culture. Tokyo Japanese Traditional Clothing Experience "TSUNAGU" places great importance on conveying the techniques of the artists and workshops that support traditional Japanese culture, as well as the spirit and aesthetics embedded in their works, through hands-on experience. Machida Co., Ltd. (Machida Workshop) participates in the Tokyo Japanese Traditional Clothing Experience "TSUNAGU" initiative as a supervising and collaborative workshop that connects the traditions and aesthetics of Tokyo Tegaki Yuzen to the future.
Yukiya Co., Ltd. (Dyeing Studio Yukiya)
Yukiya Co., Ltd. (Dyeing Studio Yukiya) is an artist workshop centered on the production of "Tokyo Tegaki Yuzen" (hand-painted silk dyeing), a traditional craft of Tokyo. Works created by representative artist Miyuki Ohno are meticulously hand-painted and dyed one by one based on original designs, expressing Japan's delicate aesthetic sense in Japanese clothing such as kimono and obi. Yukiya's craftsmanship is characterized by carefully preserving traditional Yuzen techniques handed down since the Edo period while also incorporating modern sensibilities and new technologies. Through new expressions and designs that utilize hand-painted original drawings, they share traditional Japanese culture in a form that can be enjoyed within contemporary lifestyles. Tokyo Japanese Traditional Clothing Experience "TSUNAGU" places great importance on allowing participants to feel the background of these traditional Japanese crafts, the skills of the artisans, and the aesthetics embedded in the kimono through hands-on experience. As a workshop that connects traditional Japanese culture to the next generation, Yukiya Co., Ltd. (Dyeing Studio Yukiya) deeply resonates with the philosophy of Tokyo Japanese Traditional Clothing Experience "TSUNAGU."
The 5-Hour Journey
Schedule for the day
(Duration: approx. 5 hours)
START
MIDDLE
END
Preparation & Studio
Approximately 2 hours
Hair, Makeup, Dressing, and Indoor Shooting
Location & StrollApproximately
3 hours
Free Exploration and
Location Shooting (30 minutes)
Return
Changing clothes / End
Phase 1
Preparation & Studio
Beauty Treatment and Indoor Shooting (approx. 2 hours)
Handled by professionals with experience in traditional Japanese clothing, advertising, and bridal services. We create a high-quality look designed to harmonize perfectly with the kimono.
Hair and Makeup (approx. 60 minutes)
Dressing (approx. 30 minutes)
Indoor Shooting (approx. 30 minutes)
Phase 2
Location Shoot & Free Stroll
Free Exploration and Location Shooting (approx. 3 hours)
Please enjoy the streets of Tokyo at your leisure while dressed in traditional Japanese clothing. For approximately 30 minutes of this time, a professional photographer will accompany you to capture natural expressions through location shooting.
Aoyama-dori & Omotesando
Nezu Museum Area
Gaien Ginkgo Avenue
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Sogetsu Kaikan / Toraya
Details of the day's schedule
Reception and Counseling
(30 minutes)
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Confirmation of booking details, and explanation of today's schedule and finishing time.
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Selection of kimono, obi, and accessories. Consultation regarding today's style (hair, makeup, and hair ornaments). Luggage storage (please keep valuables with you).
Hair, makeup, and dressing
(60 minutes)
Professional staff experienced in weddings and magazine shoots will provide a meticulous finish tailored to each customer.
Studio photography
(30 minutes)
Our professional photographer will capture your photos in a relaxed atmosphere. We can take portraits of individuals, as well as commemorative photos with friends or family within the allotted time.
Outdoor photography
(30 minutes)
Our photographer, who knows the area inside out, will guide you to recommended photo spots.
*If you use a taxi for transportation, the actual cost will be your responsibility.
Free time to go out
(150 minutes)
After the photo shoot, please feel free to enjoy exploring at your leisure.
Recommended spots: Meiji Jingu Shrine, Omotesando, Kotto-dori (Antique Street), Nezu Museum, Gaien Ginkgo Avenue, etc.
Return to the salon and changing
We will assist with changing and return your stored luggage.
The photo data will be sent via email at a later date.
Exclusive & Private
By appointment only, small groups welcome
9:00
11:00
13:00
Limited to a maximum of 9 guests per day (3 guests per session). To ensure a personalized and attentive experience for each guest, we limit the number of participants.
Pricing & Inclusions
¥220,000
（Tax Included）
- Kimono Rental
- Hair & Makeup
- Dressing Service
- Indoor Photography
- Location Photography
- Total Styling & Coordination
Cancellation Policy: Full refund available up to 7 days in advance.
Recommended for
For those who wish to experience Japanese culture deeply
For those who wish to preserve anniversaries and life milestones in a tangible way
For guests visiting Japan from overseas
For those seeking a high-quality, calm, and sophisticated experience
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