JINS

I had a wonderful experience buying glasses at this store, and would highly recommend trying them out.
I was in Kyoto for two days and was told that I could get glasses made here same day. I didn’t bring my prescription with me, but was able to have my vision tested within 20 minutes, free of charge. After the test, I picked out a set of frames (very reasonably priced — under 8,000 yen all-​in, including the lenses (!)), and was told to pick up the glasses in 30 minutes. We went for lunch and when we came back, the glasses were ready.
The best part of the experience was the way that the staff handled my problem with the glasses. After using the glasses for a day, I felt that the prescription was a bit strong, and wanted to change out the lenses for a slightly weaker prescription. This was New Years Eve, so we were worried that the store would be closing early. We arrived around 6:45 pm (we had been traveling in another city that day), and most of the other shops in Kyoto Station had already closed. Thankfully Jins was still open, until 7pm. Not only was the staff super helpful despite us coming in at the last minute, they managed to swap out the lenses within 15 minutes! Not that we would recommend doing this, we were very grateful that they were able to accommodate this last minute request, since we were leaving Kyoto the next morning. The glasses are now very comfortable.
We noticed they had Chinese, and possibly English speaking staff as well. If you bring your own prescription, the process will be even simpler. Simply pick out the frames, and give them your prescription — not much Japanese will be required. Unless you need specialized lenses, the price tag on the frames will be the full price (plus tax) that you pay for frame and lenses.
In terms of quality, the frames and lenses are solid. I’ve owned a previous pair of Jins glasses (received as a gift) that have lasted for over two years, and which I still wear occasionally. The current pair feels quite good as well.

Wide entrances and easy accessibility from Kyoto station would attract many prospective customers. There were popular and crowded with prospective customers of various ages. All of the eye glasses were easy to touch and try on. Some were fashionable like pop art works! Their simple and functional layout and décor was also nice! The shelves and pendant lights were so stylish!
The number of shop clerks was larger than other shops. I saw some customers take eye sight test and other customers were waiting to take the test.
Another attractive point is its reasonable price! The eye glasses at approximately 5000 yen were so conspicuous that I had such an impression.