Kimono Stroll & Arita Citrus Wagashi Experience: Small-Group Local Tour in Yuasa Town to Be Held in July

Limited-capacity, no-luggage-required local experience 'Kimono Trip in Yuasa – Wagashi Making and Heritage District Walk' to be held on July 5 and 12

Aridamits, a regional revitalization team in the Arita area of Wakayama Prefecture, is collaborating with Nippon Colorful Style to host an experiential event combining kimono rental, town walking, and wagashi making titled 'Kimono Trip in Yuasa – Wagashi Making and Heritage District Walk'. The event will be held on a limited basis on Sunday, July 5 and 12, 2026.

This is a 'small journey' program designed to allow participants to slowly enjoy the historic streetscape of Yuasa, known as the birthplace of Japanese soy sauce brewing, and the citrus of Arita, all while dressed in kimono. Kimono rental, dressing, wagashi making, drinks, and souvenirs are all included, enabling participants from within and outside the prefecture to join without bringing anything.

Event Overview

Title: Kimono Trip in Yuasa – Wagashi Making and Heritage District Walk

Date: Sunday, July 5 and Sunday, July 12, 2026 Time: 13:00–16:00 (Registration from 12:30)

Rain or shine (In case of typhoons or severe weather, participants will be notified of cancellation the day before.)

Venue: You Naru 851-1 Yuasa, Yuasa-cho, Arida-gun, Wakayama 643-0004

Walking Area: Yuasa Town Traditional Building Preservation District

Capacity: 10 participants per day (First-come, first-served; advance registration required)

Participation Fee: 5,000 JPY (tax included) ※ Includes kimono rental, professional dressing, wagashi making using Arita citrus, one drink, and souvenir

Event Highlights

1. Kimono Rental & Professional Dressing – 'No-Luggage Participation OK'

Participants can choose their favorite kimono from a colorful selection, and professionals will carefully dress each person. This allows even those without a kimono or those hesitant about attending alone to join with peace of mind.

2. Summer Wagashi Making Using Arita Citrus

The first activity is a hands-on experience making 'kuzukiri' served with Arita citrus. A refreshing summer treat combining the cool texture of kuzukiri with the bright citrus aroma. The special flavor can only be appreciated when made by your own hands.

3. Strolling the Heritage District in Kimono

The central area of Yuasa Town, known as the birthplace of soy sauce brewing, has been designated as the 'Yuasa Town Traditional Building Preservation District'. The area features a charming townscape with historic merchant houses and storehouses still preserved today. Walking through the alleys in kimono gives the feeling of traveling back in time. Enjoy freely taking photos or visiting shops that catch your eye.

4. A Summer Break with Kuzukiri & Grapes and Sansho Pepper Iced Coffee

After the town walk, cool down with the kuzukiri you made yourself and a cold iced coffee subtly infused with the aroma of grapes and sansho pepper. Share impressions with fellow participants, exchange travel memories, and savor the relaxed, flowing time of Yuasa.

Event Schedule (Tentative)

- Kimono selection - Hands-on kuzukiri making with Arita citrus - Professional kimono dressing - Free exploration of Yuasa Town and the Heritage District (photo-taking, shop visits, etc.) - Social time with kuzukiri and drinks

Recommended For

- Those who want to wear a kimono - Those looking to create summer memories - Those interested in wagashi and Japanese culture - Those who want to enjoy town walking while taking photos - Those seeking events they can enjoy alone without hesitation - Those who want to experience the local charm of Wakayama

How to Participate

Advance registration is required on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register via the form below.

Registration Form: https://forms.gle/Lh173s7GCs4v4YnCA

※ Registration will close once capacity is reached.

Organizers

This event is planned and operated by 'Aridamits' and 'Nippon Colorful Style'.

・Aridamits Born from encounters with Arita's food, lifestyle, culture, and people as a regional revitalization team for the Arita area. Through 'Aridamits × ○○', we carefully deliver moments to discover the charm of Arita.

・Nippon Colorful Style A project that enjoys encounters with Wakayama's towns, culture, and people through kimono and traditional Japanese culture as an 'experience'.

Contact

Regional Development Section, Arida Promotion Bureau, Wakayama Prefecture 2355-1 Yuasa, Yuasa-cho, Arida-gun, Wakayama 643-0004 Phone: 0737-64-1276

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