Uji: the town of matcha 🍵

5.0(5 reviews)
Japan
Private Day Tour created by Mari
9 hoursGuided in English and Italian
What you'll do

Just 30 minutes away from Kyoto, Uji is a small town full of history that has a lot to offer!

We will start the day at 8.30 am, we will visit museums, hike, ride a boat and relax along the river, visit temples and shrines and eat local food.

The day will end at around 17:30.

Things to know

Duration:9 hours
Group Size:2-5 people
Cancellation Policy:Cancel up to 10 days before the start time for a full refund.
Meeting Point:Uji Station

What's included:

Transportation:The boat ride is included in the price.
Tickets:Tickets to the temples are included.

What's not included

Food:Itoh Kyuemon in the morning and snacks/food/shopping at the end of the day in Omotesando road are not included.

What to bring

Food:Please bring water or other liquids as we will walk and hike a lot.
Good shoes:Same reason as above!
Cash:In a lot of places and stores they only accept cash. Just in case bring enough for transportation and food.
Meet your guides
The guide that will make your tour unforgettable
Mari
This guide joins all tours

Hi everybody! Nice to meet you all. :) I am Mari, an Italian living in Osaka, Japan, since 2019! Japan is my dream and my passion and I love travelling around it and sharing my experiences. Even though I've been living here for a long time, I always feel like a tourist, always amazed by this beautiful country and its people. I'm excited to share even more on this platform about Japan and I hope you will enjoy!

Uji: the town of matcha 🍵

Mari - (maris_adventures_in_japan)
Itinerary created by
Mari
What you’ll do

Kyoto is a beautiful city, and around it there are many citis, town and nature to explore! One of my favorite day trips from Kyoto (or Osaka) is Uji, the town of matcha. It is a small town located in the south part of Kyoto prefecture, that has lots of history and things to do! One day is the perfect amount of time to explore it, let's get started!

1

Mimuroto-ji
Mimuroto-ji
Stunning 1200 year old temple
Category
Sightseeing
Est. Price
¥500

2.8 km (1.8 mi)

8 min

2

Itoh Kyuemon - Uji Head Shop / Sabo
Itoh Kyuemon - Uji Head Shop / Sabo
Tea lover's paradise in Uji
Category
Café
Est. Price
$$

1.6 km (1 mi)

4 min

3

Daikichiyama Observation Deck
Daikichiyama Observation Deck
Scenic panoramic view in Uji
Category
Hike
Est. Duration
0-30m

433 m (0.3 mi)

1 min

4

Ujigami Jinja
Ujigami Jinja
Ancient Shrine with Historical Significance
Category
Sightseeing

510 m (0.3 mi)

2 min

5

Uji Shrine
Uji Shrine
Oldest shrine in Japan
Category
Culture

8.6 km (5.3 mi)

19 min

6

Uji River
Uji River
River heart of Kyoto
Category
Activity
Est. Price
$
Est. Duration
30-60m

8.2 km (5.1 mi)

17 min

7

Byodo-in
Byodo-in
Buddhist temple with iconic Phoenix Hall
Category
Culture
Est. Price
$

124 m (0.1 mi)

1 min

8

Byodo-in Omotesando
Byodo-in Omotesando
Charming traditional tea street in Uji
Category
Café
Est. Price
$$
Your questions,
answered
€150 /group