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✨【Nara Tokae 2026】Your Guide to Yukata Rental on the Day 👘 Enjoy an Unforgettable Summer Evening in Nara Park 🕯️🦌

Hello and welcome!

This is Kimono Rental Waplus Nara – Nara Park Bus Terminal Store(´꒳`) 🌙✨

 

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The countdown has begun! Nara Tokae 2026 will be held from August 5 to August 14, 2026. 🕯️

 

Every summer, Nara Tokae transforms Nara Park into a magical world illuminated by thousands of candlelights, attracting visitors from all over Japan and around the world.

 

There is no better way to experience this beautiful event than strolling through the glowing park in a traditional Japanese yukata. 🎐✨

 

If you’re planning to rent a yukata at Waplus Nara Park Bus Terminal Store,

here’s everything you need to know about your visit!

 

Perfect for anyone wondering:

✅ Is this my first yukata rental?
✅ How long does the rental process take?
✅ Can I come empty-handed?

Let’s get started! 👘💕

⏰ Please Arrive at Your Reserved Time

During the Nara Tokae Festival, our store becomes extremely busy.

 

To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, please arrive at your reservation time.

After check-in, our friendly staff will explain the rental process before you begin choosing your outfit

 

💡 Please note:
To help reduce congestion inside the store, we kindly ask guests to meet their companions outside the shop after getting dressed.

If you’re waiting for friends or family, we recommend using the comfortable air-conditioned seating area inside the East Building of Nara Park Bus Terminal (Starbucks side).

👘 Choose Your Favorite Yukata Style

At Waplus Nara, we offer a wide variety of yukata and kimono.

 

We offer:

🌸 Women’s Yukata
🕶️ Men’s Yukata
🤍 Elegant Lace Kimono
🎐 Summer Kimono
💕 Couple Matching Yukata
🌺 Retro Japanese Patterns
✨ Simple & Modern Designs

 

You’ll also find a wide variety of:

🎀 Obi belts
🎀 Decorative belt accessories
🎀 Cute traditional accessories

Mix and match your favorites to create your own unique Japanese look!

✨ Professional Dressing & Optional Hair Styling

Our experienced kimono dressers will carefully help you wear your yukata,

ensuring it’s comfortable for sightseeing all day.👘

 

Even if this is your first time wearing traditional Japanese clothing,

you can relax and enjoy the experience.🎵

 

Want to make your look even more special?✨

💐 Add our Professional Hair Styling Option❣❣

 

Our stylists create hairstyles that perfectly match your yukata and look amazing in photos. 📸✨

Hair accessories are included with the hair styling service (for yukata rental guests).

 

Create memories you’ll treasure forever during your trip to Nara.🦌🎶

👜 Come Empty-Handed!

Good news!

Everything you need for your yukata rental is included.✨

 

No special clothing or accessories are required.

Just bring yourself and enjoy your day!👘🎶

 

🦌 Explore Nara Park & Nara Tokae

Once you’re dressed, it’s time to discover the magic of Nara Tokae.🕯🌙

 

Our store is conveniently located within walking distance of many of Nara’s most famous attractions, including:

🦌 Nara Park
🏯 Todai-ji Temple
🏛️ Kofuku-ji Temple
⛩️ Kasuga Taisha Shrine

 

After changing into your yukata, you can immediately begin sightseeing.

 

As evening falls, thousands of candles gently illuminate the historic city,

creating one of Japan’s most romantic summer landscapes. 🕯️✨

 

Walking through Nara Park in a yukata feels truly special.

Don’t forget to take photos with Nara’s famous deer! 🦌📸

The combination of:

✨ Traditional Yukata
🕯️ Candlelight
🏯 Historic Japanese architecture

creates unforgettable photo opportunities.

Perfect for:

💕 Couples
👭 Friends
👨‍👩‍👧 Families
🌏 International Travelers

🕘 Yukata Return Information

During the Nara Tokae Festival (August 5–14),

yukata rentals must be returned by 9:00 PM.

(only for guests using the extended Nara Tokae night viewing plan)

 

Please note:

⚠️ Roads and walking paths become very crowded in the evening.

Please allow extra travel time when returning your rental.

The busiest return period is between 8:30 PM and 9:00 PM, so changing clothes may take a little longer than usual.

Thank you for your understanding.

📅 We Highly Recommend Booking Early

Nara Tokae is one of the busiest seasons of the year.

 

Reservations fill up quickly, especially:

🕒 After 3:00 PM
📅 Fridays
🎌 Weekends & Holidays

 

If you’d like the best selection of yukata and a more relaxed preparation time,

we recommend booking an earlier time slot.

 

Our online reservation system is available 24 hours a day.

 

We recommend reserving your preferred plan in advance!

▼ Book online here:
👉 https://reserva.be/waplusbt

Follow us on Instagram for the latest information and customer outfit photos:
👉 https://www.instagram.com/waplusnara/

 

⚠️Please Note

※ Photos are examples. Actual inventory may vary.
※ Some kimonos may be unavailable due to rentals. Please check in advance.
※ Location photography requires prior reservation and may be affected by weather or crowd conditions.

🌸 Make Your Nara Tokae Experience Truly Unforgettable

Nara Tokae is one of Japan’s most beautiful summer festivals.

 

Walking beneath thousands of candlelights while wearing a traditional yukata is an experience you’ll never forget.

 

Whether you’re traveling as a couple, with friends, or with family,

renting a yukata adds something truly special to your visit.

 

Looking for the best Yukata Rental in Nara Park?

 

Visit Waplus Nara – Nara Park Bus Terminal Store and let us help make your trip unforgettable. 👘✨

 

Our friendly staff look forward to welcoming you soon!

 

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Kimono Rental Waplus Nara – Nara Park Bus Terminal Store

2F, Nara Park Bus Terminal West Building,

76 Noborioji-cho, Nara City, 630-8213, Japan

👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waplusbt/

☎Tel: +81-742-25-2300

 

 

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