Make two seasonal pantry staples using traditional fermentation and preservation techniques. Miso, shoyu, vinegars, pickles, sauces, and preserves are essential to the Japanese table. Directed by each microseason, fermentation and... More

Unlock the traditional flavors of Kyoto through this cooking lesson！We will introduce how to make traditional plant-based Buddhist cuisine (Shojin Ryouri) using fresh, seasonal ingredients directly sourced from local farmers. Ma... More

Would you like to experience Japanese traditional culture through the art of tea ceremony? Ms. Kakizaki has a deep appreciation for Japan's heritage and shares its beauty and depth through the practice of tea ceremony. Her expert... More

As a chef and nutritionist who used to run a French restaurant serving home-style cuisine on Yakushima, a World Heritage Site, I also have a focus on healthy Japanese cuisine. I will demonstrate cooking techniques that you can rep... More

Tea is not just the green beverage that many associate with Japan, but a brew sourced from a vast variety of regional flora that supports physical and mental health, mirrors the climate and landscape of the season, and a product o... More

Become truly immersed in traditional Japanese culture as you and your party members will enjoy the entire 300-year old historic property to yourselves. We serve organic matcha locally sourced from Kyoto, Uji in a traditional tea r... More

The biggest attraction is that you can experience two traditional cultures privately. You'll discover traditional Japanese culture and learn techniques that can easily be repeated at home. You can watch IKEBANA(flower arrangement)... More

Discover Japanese cooking and culture by making traditional dishes with local kids in Kyoto, a unique program where you can make new friends while enjoying the art of Japanese cuisine. ULU, opened in 2022, is a multicultural comm... More