We had a very warm welcome at the Ulu kids club. Our kids joined the afternoon activities and cooking classes. The two brothers returned very happy. Glad we booked .
Thank you so much for everything
Jarno - Shana - Madé and Maehle
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Thank you very much for your visit, we enjoy being with your kids.
Please have fun for the rest of your trip in Japan and we hope to see you again some day!
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G9635WKesthern
June 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A tea ceremony that felt genuinely meaningful
Before coming to Kyoto as a Solo Traveler from the UK, I had read a lot about the Japanese tea ceremony and wanted to experience something authentic rather than a watered-down tourist version, and ULU gave me exactly what I was hoping for.
The host explained the history, the meaning behind each movement, and the beautiful idea of *ichigo ichie* — one time, one meeting. I also had the chance to whisk my own matcha, and she gently corrected my posture in a way that felt kind and encouraging, never awkward.
The room itself was quiet, simple, and beautiful, which made the whole experience feel calm and intimate. The 90 minutes flew by. It was genuinely one of the most memorable experiences of my entire Japan trip.
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Thank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful and beautiful review. ✨
We are truly touched to hear that your tea ceremony experience with ULU was exactly what you had been hoping for.
We especially loved hearing that you connected with the spirit of ichigo ichie — “one time, one meeting.” We believe that every encounter is special, and we are so grateful that our time together became a memorable part of your journey in Japan.
It was also a pleasure to share the meaning and traditions behind the tea ceremony with you, and we are so happy that you enjoyed making your own matcha.
As a solo traveler, we hope you felt comfortable, welcomed, and able to slow down and enjoy this quiet moment in Kyoto.
Thank you for choosing ULU for such a special part of your trip. We feel very lucky to have met you, and we hope this experience stays with you wherever your journey takes you next.
We would be delighted to welcome you back to Kyoto someday.
Thank you again for spending this precious 90 minutes with us.
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Trip66811661504
June 24, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Real cultural experience
Leaving your kid somewhere new in a foreign country is always a bit of a leap. ULU Village made it feel easy. The space is secure, the staff-to-child ratio is great, and you can just tell everyone there genuinely loves working with kids. Our 7-year-old did calligraphy, helped prepare a meal, and joined a traditional dance. He came home with souvenirs he made himself, and they're now sitting proudly on his bookshelf back in Toronto. If you're a parent in Kyoto needing a few hours to yourself — or you just want your kids to have a real cultural experience — just book it.
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We completely understand that leaving your child somewhere new, especially in a foreign country, can feel like a big leap. That’s why it means so much to us to hear that you and your family felt comfortable and at ease at ULU Village.
We were so happy to spend time with your 7-year-old! Watching him enjoy calligraphy, help prepare a meal, and join the traditional dance was such a joy for our team. And knowing that the souvenirs he made are now proudly displayed on his bookshelf back in Toronto makes us smile!
At ULU Village, we want children to do more than simply “experience” Japan. We want them to meet people, make things with their own hands, try new things, and create memories that they can take home with them.
We are also very happy that you were able to enjoy a few hours for yourself while knowing your child was having a meaningful experience. That is an important part of what we hope to offer families visiting Kyoto.
Thank you for trusting us with such a special part of your family’s trip. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Kyoto someday! 🇯🇵✨
Until then, we hope those handmade souvenirs continue to bring back wonderful memories of Japan.
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720ismaela
June 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A great place for your kids while you get to know Kyoto
It was a very nice place all of us enjoyed it and my nephew stayed here for 2 days, he interacted with local kids, and had the chance to practice English and learn a bit of Japanese.
It was a clean place, they offered snacks and the staff was very friendly and supportive.
It was just the right amount of kids and worth the time and price we decided to be here.
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Thank you so much for your kind review!
We are so happy to hear that your nephew enjoyed spending two days with us at ULU!
It was wonderful to see him interact with local children, practice his English, and pick up a little Japanese along the way. We believe that learning naturally through play and spending time together is such a special part of being in Kyoto.
We’re also glad to hear that you found our space clean, welcoming, and comfortable, and that our staff could support him throughout his stay.
Thank you for trusting us and choosing to spend this time with us. We hope your nephew takes home not only some new language skills, but also wonderful memories and new friendships from Kyoto!
We would love to welcome you all back someday.
Thank you again for visiting ULU!
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yukoa162
June 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Discovering the Real Kyoto Through a Child's Eyes
My children were getting a little tired of visiting shrine after shrine and temple after temple in Kyoto, so I came across this place through my search.
All the staff were cheerful, kind, and genuinely caring. They engaged with my children at a relaxed, unhurried pace, which made me feel I could really trust them.
Being able to play alongside local Kyoto children was a truly invaluable experience and created memories we will treasure forever.
We got to make food together, try a matcha experience, practice calligraphy, and enjoy a festival experience. The children also painted cherry blossoms — they all looked like they were having the best time.
If we ever visit Kyoto again, we will definitely come back.
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Thank you so much for your beautiful and heartfelt review!
We are so happy that you found us during your Kyoto journey, especially when your children were ready for a little break from visiting shrines and temples!
It means so much to hear that you felt comfortable trusting our staff. We want children to have the freedom to relax, play, and enjoy themselves at their own pace, rather than feeling like they are simply following a schedule.
One of the things we treasure most at ULU is creating opportunities for children from around the world to meet and play with local Kyoto children. We are so happy that your children were able to experience that kind of natural connection.
Making food together, trying matcha, practicing calligraphy, enjoying a festival experience, and painting cherry blossoms — it sounds like they had a wonderful time! 🌸✨
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to be a small part of your family's Kyoto adventure. We are especially touched to hear that these moments have become memories you will treasure.
When you come back to Kyoto, please come and see us again! We would be so happy to welcome you and your family back to ULU.