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Uji's Romance: Byodo-in, Tea & the Legacy of Genji's Timeless Tales

Uji, Japan

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Discover the charm of Uji, a riverside town just outside Kyoto, known as the birthplace of Japanese green tea. This tour begins with a visit to the stunning Byodo-in Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After exploring the temple grounds, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

We’ll then stroll across the Uji Bridge, taking in views of the river and surrounding tea fields. Next, we visit a hands-on tea museum to deepen our understanding of Uji’s centuries-old tea culture. From there, we walk to Ujigami Shrine, Japan’s oldest existing Shinto shrine, before participating in an authentic matcha tea-making experience.

e step into the world of classical literature at the Tale of Genji Museum, where interactive exhibits bring Japan’s first novel to life.

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6hr 45min Duration

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Explore the cultural heart of southern Kyoto on a thoughtfully curated full-day tour through historic Uji.

Visit iconic landmarks including the UNESCO-listed Byodoin Temple and Ujigami Shrine, while learning their rich backstories.

Walk across the scenic Uji Bridge and along the serene riverfront, a setting steeped in centuries of poetry and tradition.

Discover the story of Japan’s most famous novel at the Tale of Genji Museum, set in the city that inspired it.

Learn about Uji’s world-renowned tea culture at a local tea museum, and take part in a hands-on matcha-making experience guided by tea experts.

Gain deep insights into the history, art, and spiritual traditions of Uji with engaging, easy-to-understand commentary from a knowledgeable guide.

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Uji's Romance: Byodo-in, Tea & the Legacy of Genji's Timeless Tales

Adult

1 955 700 so'm

≈$159

Child(6-12) (6-12 yosh)

1 279 200 so'm

≈$104

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Admission to attractions
English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Japanese art experience fee

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[Departure] 09:30, meet up at JR Uji Station. You can see us immediately after exiting the JR Uji Station (not Keihan Uji station). We are waiting in front of the directory. We will be holding up a sign that says “Snow Monkey Resort.”.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
[Attraction/experience] 10:00, Guided tour, Byodo-in, Our first stop is Byōdō-in. A Buddhist temple built in the city in the late Heian period and is a joint temple of the Pure Land and Tendai sects. After that you will be given thetime to have lunch
[Attraction/experience] 12:30, Guided tour, Fukujuen Uji (Uji Tea Factory), Our afternoon starts with learning more about tea and the history of tea making. Following the visit to the Tea Museum, our next stop will be the immersive tea experience. We will try making our own
[Attraction/experience] 14:15, Guided tour, Ujigami Shrine, This shrine was built as the guardian of the nearby Byodo-in Temple, and is adjacent to Uji Shrine. In 1994, it was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as one of the Historic Monuments of Kyoto
[Attraction/experience] 15:00, Guided tour, Tale of Genji Museum, The final destination is the Tale of Genji Museum. The world of the classic Japanese novel "The Tale of Genji" from the early 11th century is displayed through projected images, models, and exhibits.
[Return] 16:15, at Uji Station, We will return to JR Uji Station to end the tour. However, if you would like to spend the rest of your day in the city centre, please let us know at any time.
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Free for children aged 0-5
Children aged 13+ will be charged the same rate as adults

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Address

JR Uji Station
17-16 Uji Umonji, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture, 611-0021
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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity starts
In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund