[New Experience Gift: Kimono x Afternoon Tea] Kimono Rental Wargo Osaka Shinsaibashi Store and Hotel Nikko Osaka's Afternoon Tea Collaborate for Experience Gift to Go on Sale July 1, 2026 (Wed)

Kimono Rental Wargo x Hotel Nikko Osaka Collaborate to Launch Experience Gift "Afternoon Tea Course in Kimono"

Compass Corporation (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Fumito Sasaki), which operates 8 "Kimono Rental Wargo" stores nationwide, has partnered with "Hotel Nikko Osaka," located on Osaka's main street, Midosuji, to launch the experience gift "Afternoon Tea Course in Kimono," which includes kimono/yukata rental and afternoon tea. This gift will be available for purchase on the experience gift website starting July 1, 2026 (Wed).

This luxurious course allows you to enjoy afternoon tea in the sophisticated atmosphere of Hotel Nikko Osaka, a 5-minute walk from Kimono Rental Wargo Osaka Shinsaibashi store, after getting dressed in a kimono.

You can give the gift of a memorable "experience" for anniversaries and birthdays for your loved ones.

Details page for Kimono x Afternoon Tea:

https://kyotokimonorental.com/blog/article/id/collaboration_afternoontea?hl=ja

Sales site for Kimono x Afternoon Tea Experience Gift:

https://www.sowxp.co.jp/catalogs/973/courses/21372

"Kimono x Afternoon Tea" Experience Gift Overview

Product Name

Afternoon Tea Course in Kimono (with simple hair set)

Contents

Antique kimono rental (dressing + simple women's hair set) + Hotel Lobby Lounge Afternoon Tea

*During the summer period, only summer kimono rental or yukata rental will be available.

*The afternoon tea menu changes seasonally.

Sales Start Date

Available year-round from July 1, 2026 (Wed)

Event Dates and Times

[For those dressing at 11:00 AM] Afternoon tea starts at 12:00 PM

[For those dressing at 12:00 PM] Afternoon tea starts at 1:00 PM

[For those dressing at 1:00 PM] Afternoon tea starts at 2:00 PM

*Reservation time is the dressing reception time. The start time of afternoon tea varies depending on the dressing time.

*The start time for afternoon tea is approximate. After dressing, you will head to the hotel, and afternoon tea will be served upon arrival at the lobby lounge.

Where to Purchase the Experience Gift

Sow Experience Official Website

https://www.sowxp.co.jp/catalogs/973/courses/21372

≪Give an Experience Gift≫

Experience gifts can be given through Sow Experience.

- Online Store: https://www.sowxp.co.jp/

- Sales page for "Experience Gifts where you can choose this course": General Catalog Gift (BROWN)

- Page introducing the contents of this course: Afternoon Tea Course in Kimono (with simple hair set)

Experience Location for the Experience Gift

Kimono Rental Wargo Osaka Shinsaibashi Store x Hotel Nikko Osaka

≪Experience Location Information≫

Kimono Rental Wargo Osaka Shinsaibashi Store

3F Shin-o Bldg., 2-3-27 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka 542-0085

Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Last dressing reception: 6:00 PM, Return deadline: 6:30 PM)

https://kyotokimonorental.com/shop/28

Hotel Nikko Osaka

2F Hotel Nikko Osaka, 1-3-3 Nishi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 542-0086

Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Last order: 4:30 PM)

https://www.hno.co.jp/

An experience gift set including antique kimono rental (dressing + simple women's hair set) + hotel lobby lounge afternoon tea.

Reservation Flow

Please make a reservation on the Sow Experience "Customer Exclusive Reservation Site."

Reception at Kimono Rental Wargo Osaka Shinsaibashi Store

Choose a Kimono: Select your favorite one.

Dressing & Simple Hair Set: Professional dressing and hair styling. (Luggage can be stored at the store.)

Walk to Hotel Nikko Osaka: Enjoy the streets of Shinsaibashi as you walk.

Afternoon Tea at Hotel Nikko Osaka's Lobby Lounge: Enjoy a special tea time in a luxurious space.

Stroll around the Shinsaibashi area: Enjoy photo opportunities in the retro townscape and along Midosuji.

Return the rented kimono: Please return by 6:30 PM on the same day.

Choose your favorite kimono, get dressed and have your hair styled! Enjoy a luxurious afternoon tea in a kimono while strolling to Hotel Nikko Osaka. Return to Kimono Rental Wargo Osaka Shinsaibashi Store.

Who This Gift is For

- For those who want to spend a special day in Osaka

This gift fulfills the desire to create special memories different from the usual during a trip to Osaka. You can give the gift of a luxurious day's experience in Shinsaibashi, which offers excellent access to tourist attractions.

It's also an experience gift that allows those living in Osaka to enjoy a non-everyday experience.

- For those who want to celebrate a loved one's anniversary or birthday

While material gifts are wonderful, you can give the gift of "luxurious time" spent together. On birthdays or anniversaries, it's a surprise-filled gift that allows you to see your partner or friends in beautiful kimono attire, different from their usual look.

- For those who enjoy idol fan activities and photo shoots on their days off

You can enjoy photo shoots while wearing a kimono in your favorite member's color, along with a sophisticated hotel afternoon tea. The luxurious space and carefully chosen coordination will color a special day of idol fan activities.

- For those who like Japanese clothing (wafuku)

Since it can be enjoyed within the hotel premises, you can enjoy wearing a kimono without worrying about the weather, even during the rainy season or on rainy days. It's a perfect experience gift for those who love Japanese clothing.

You can give your loved ones a luxurious day in Osaka. It's also perfect for friends and family who like Japanese clothing and photography.

Kimono Plans for the "Afternoon Tea Course in Kimono"

Antique Kimono Plan

This antique kimono plan features soft colors to make your luxurious afternoon tea at Hotel Nikko Osaka even more special. The design, which balances a retro charm with a modern, chic feel, is a perfect match for the hotel's high-quality space.

The muted colors are not overly assertive, so they can create an elegant look even when worn in matching outfits by friends. Please enjoy an elegant moment adorned in traditional beauty along with delicious sweets.

Plan Contents: Kimono, obi, undergarments, nagajuban, zori sandals, bag, tabi socks, kanzashi hair ornament

The cute antique kimono plan is a perfect match for sweets.

[Summer Limited] Summer Kimono Plan

This is a premium summer-only plan suitable for afternoon tea at a prestigious hotel. Recommended for summer hotel lounge attire. A "summer kimono" worn with a nagajuban and tabi socks allows for a refined adult style that fully complies with hotel dress codes and manners.

The materials used are ro (summer silk gauze) and sha (gauze), which have excellent breathability. This is a highly recommended style for summer outings, with its sheer, light materials that create a cool impression in the hotel's sophisticated atmosphere.

(※The plan includes a hanhaba obi. The availability of Nagoya obi as an option may vary by store.)

Plan Contents: Kimono, obi, undergarments, nagajuban, zori sandals/geta sandals, bag, tabi socks, kanzashi hair ornament

A premium afternoon tea coordination with a refined summer kimono plan.

≪Inquiries about Kimono Rental≫

Phone Inquiries: 03-4582-4864

Inquiry Form: https://kyotokimonorental.com/contact

Hotel Nikko Osaka

Opened: September 4, 1982 (Showa 57)

Location: 1-3-3 Nishi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 542-0086

Access: Directly connected to Exit 8 of Shinsaibashi Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line and Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line.

Facility Description: A comprehensive facility with 32 floors above ground and 4 basement floors. It has 605 guest rooms, 8 dining and drinking facilities, 15 banquet halls of various sizes, a chapel, and an esthetic salon.

An alliance hotel with Universal Studios Japan.

Hotel Nikko Osaka Official Website: https://www.hno.co.jp

※Afternoon tea photos are examples.

About Kimono Rental at Kimono Rental Wargo

Kimono Rental Wargo offers kimono and yukata rentals starting from 3,300 yen, with all dressing and accessory fees included free of charge. Primarily targeting women in their 20s and 30s, it is used by couples on dates, groups of friends, and families on trips, both domestically and internationally.

In addition to rental for sightseeing, they also offer rental for various occasions such as parties, visiting shrines and temples (omiya-mairi), formal wear (houmongi) for parties, hakama and nishaku-sode for graduation ceremonies, furisode for Coming-of-Age ceremonies, outfits for Shichi-Go-San, and komon for casual wear, catering to a wide range of customer needs.

Currently, they offer services at 8 stores in major tourist destinations across Japan: Asakusa, Tokyo; Ginza, Tokyo; Azabu Juban; Kyoto Station Front, Kyoto; Gion, Kyoto; Shinsaibashi, Osaka; Kanazawa, Ishikawa; and Kawagoe, Saitama. On the day of dressing, customers can visit the store empty-handed and easily incorporate kimonos into their daily lives, with assistance to enjoy a "life with Japanese aesthetics."

Furthermore, Wargo's self-developed reservation system and ICT-based product management have enabled cost reductions, allowing for low-price service offerings. They also offer mail-order rental services where customers can view kimonos online and have them delivered to their desired location.

≪Reasons why Kimono Rental Wargo's Kimono Rental is Suitable for Afternoon Tea≫

POINT 1: Authentic dressing by professional dressers that is not constricting.

POINT 2: Hair styling that stays intact even after a full day.

POINT 3: Free luggage storage! Go out empty-handed.

POINT 4: Excellent access to hotels and cafes from 8 stores in major cities nationwide.

POINT 5: Reservations available online 24/7! Walk-ins without reservations are also welcome.

≪Kimono Rental Wargo Store List≫

Store Name: Kyoto Kimono Rental Wargo Kyoto Station Front Kyoto Tower Sand Store

WEB: https://kyotokimonorental.com/shop/5

Store Name: Kyoto Kimono Rental Wargo Gion Store

WEB: https://kyotokimonorental.com/shop/6

Store Name: Kimono Rental Wargo Osaka Shinsaibashi Store

WEB: https://kyotokimonorental.com/shop/28

Store Name: Kimono Rental Wargo Kanazawa Korinbo Store

WEB: https://kyotokimonorental.com/shop/10

Store Name: Kimono Rental Wargo Asakusa Store

WEB: https://kyotokimonorental.com/shop/8

Store Name: Kimono Rental Wargo Ginza Store

WEB: https://kyotokimonorental.com/shop/22

Store Name: Kimono Rental Wargo Azabu Juban SAKURA Store

WEB: https://kyotokimonorental.com/shop/100

Store Name: Kimono Rental Wargo Kawagoe Store

WEB: https://kyotokimonorental.com/shop/36

Kimono Rental Wargo Official Website: https://kyotokimonorental.com

【Operating Company】Compass Corporation

Compass Corporation, with the mission "Enriching the world with Japan's charm," offers a diverse range of services in the tourism and inbound sector, including support for the accommodation industry, planning and operation of optional tours, kimono rental, tourism consulting services, and operation of guide communities and media.

Japan is one of the world's leading countries in terms of tourism resources, with an attractive environment in terms of nature, climate, culture, and food. By leveraging Japan's wonderful content, they aim not only to provide the best tourism experiences to many people worldwide but also, as a top runner in the tourism and inbound sector, to preserve and pass on Japanese culture, and to revitalize the Japanese economy and promote international exchange through tourism.

To make tourism more exciting and Japan more vibrant. That is the reason for our existence. Please feel free to contact us for partnership inquiries.

Company Name: Compass Corporation

Representative Director: Fumito Sasaki

Location: Ginza Kobiki Bldg. 3F, 7-16-21 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061

Business Activities: Tourism and inbound related businesses

Compass Corporation Official Website: https://compasscorp.jp/