Japanese culture experiences, a short walk from To-ji.
Kimono, calligraphy, painting and home-style Japanese cooking in a renovated Kyoto house — for travellers, families and kids.
People come to Kyoto from all over the world. It is a truly wonderful city, full of history.
But what does it really mean to take home a genuine memory of your journey? What kind of experience stays in a child’s heart the longest?
We believe it’s the connection with the people who live here.
At ULU Village, there are local Kyoto kids. Why not play together? Why not cook a meal and sit down to eat it together?
That’s what ULU makes possible.
Every experience is hands-on and taught in English by our Kyoto team. Start with a meal at our café, then move on to an experience of your choice.
Most experiences are ¥8,500 per person for 1.5 hours, for groups of 1–6. Kimono & Yukata has six plans from ¥8,000. Message us on WhatsApp to check availability and book.
着物
Choose a yukata or kimono — we dress you, style your hair and take photos. Stroll plans include a walk to To-ji Temple with our staff.
日本画
Paint seasonal motifs — ginkgo, plum blossom — with Japanese watercolors.
書道
Learn the basic strokes, then write a kanji that means something to you.
金継ぎ
The art of mending with gold, made into a small accessory you can wear.
朝散歩
A quiet start at To-ji Temple, a short guided meditation and walk, then breakfast at our café.
おにぎり
Shape, fill and wrap Japan’s everyday comfort food — then eat what you make.
米粉うどん
Knead, roll and cut your own gluten-free udon from rice flour.
ラーメン
We show you a simple style of ramen you make right in your bowl — your own ramen, your way.
たこ焼き
Pour, flip and turn takoyaki around the table — loud, fun and delicious. Gluten-free? We can make it with rice flour or tofu — just let us know. Not a fan of octopus? Try kimchi, cheese or sausage instead.
ちらし・手毬寿司
Colourful chirashi sushi, plus temari sushi — little ball-shaped sushi inspired by Japan’s beautiful temari balls.
Make new friends — play with local Kyoto kids.
Our building also has a café. We recommend enjoying a meal first, then moving on to a Japanese culture experience.
Home-style Japanese breakfast and lunch sets. Ask us about adding a café meal to your visit.
Book with a meal →One stop from Kyoto Station on the Kintetsu Line, close to To-ji Temple.
Group bookings, special dates, allergies or anything else — message our Kyoto team on WhatsApp. We’ll help you plan your visit.
