Chiso Flagship Store

We were just window browsing when Jun Hirota opened the door and encouraged us to come in and have a look around. Our experience ended up being a highlight of our day and probably our trip to Japan. Jun and the other employees took time to show us several different kimonos and explain the work that goes into making each one. He then allowed one of my kids to try one on (I suspect this was a combination of it being early in the morning/less busy and because we were being respectful tourists). We ended up buying several hand painted prints that we plan to frame when we get home. What a gem of a find!

We stumbled into this place amazed by the kimono display when Jun welcomed us, guided us to the back of the store and proceeded to take out beautiful silk kimonos and show us the process of making them, including ancient drawings from their archive! They've been making kimonos for 500 years and make the kimonos worn by the Geiko in Kyoto. These garments were worth more than a house and we got to appreciate them up close and even touch them. It was incredible and better than a museum! Jun was incredibly welcoming and also spoke perfect English. An excellent person! At no point did we feel pressure to buy anything. Jun was genuinely eager to share his knowledge of traditional Japanese crafts. As a thank you for his generosity, we did get two archival prints which were affordable. Honestly, we would have gotten more if we had the budget. Jun gifted us with the highlight of our whole trip! Definitely worth making the time for a visit!

I recently visited Chiso during my trip to Kyoto. Jun provided excellent service during my visit taking time to explain in detail the history and the artistry behind the store and its products. His knowledge and overall kindness made the store a memorable visit. I highly recommend for anyone interested in kimono, modern Japanese art or anyone looking to experience fantastic Japanese hospitality. All the staff members were welcoming and wonderful.

Incredible kimono store. Has a display worth seeing. Beautiful local silk scarves for sale.

We came in at the end of the day and Jun Hirota went above and beyond, providing excellent service. He answered our questions about kimonos and assisted in purchasing a couple of art pieces. ōkini

Beautiful silk and cashmere scarves!! The friendliest staff.

娘の成人式の着物をお願いしに千葉から伺いました。 接客、お着物、雰囲気。すべてにため息がでてしまいました。 今回、ギャラリーの方は時間がなく見学できなかったのですが郵送してもらえると言われたのですがお店にまた伺いたいので、受け取りにしていただき、また、お店の方々にもお会いしたいと思いお願いしました。 とにかく、何件も千葉の呉服屋さんは見て歩きましたが、格が違うのと品物の美しさ、写真で見るより、是非お店で手に取って見させていただくとより凄さと美しさがわかります。 是非、この感動を味わっていただけたらと思います。 とても、素敵なお店でした。 ありがとうございました。

令人印象非常深刻难忘 470年的店，470年前就在这，不敢相信 服务超级好，一听我们是中国来的，服务员立马不停滴鞠躬感谢，并且激动告诉其他店员我们是中国的，其他店员也马上鞠躬感谢 结账很有仪式感 二楼的艺术品审美非常好 非常喜欢这家店