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Kyoto Uji Walk and Tea Ceremony Tour

Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    4 hours approx.

  • Start time

    8:30am

  • Meeting Point

    New Miyako Hotel, Sunrise Tours Meeting Spot - JP

  • Ending Point

    Same as starting point

Key Highlights

  • Walk over a bridge that has featured in literature and paintings in Uji
  • Admire one of few surviving temples from the Heian era
  • Experience an authentic tea ceremony
  • A guide will accompany you at all times

Overview

One of the oldest cities in Japan, Uji is a historical gem famous for its green tea production.

Departing from Kyoto we travel by JR Special Rapid Service or Rapid Service to Uji, a city that holds an intriguing history and was the setting for the final chapters of ‘The Tale of Genji’. We firstly take you to admire Uji Bridge, one of the oldest bridges in Japan which is thought to have originally been built in the 7th century. Absorb the arresting views of the mountains from the bridge and learn about how this city thrived on its location by the banks of Uji-gawa River.

Stroll around Nakanoshima Park, built on a sandbar in the middle of the river and take a tea break to experience the ceremony at an authentic tea house, Taiho-an. Afterwards we make our way to the temple that puts Uji on the map: Byodo-in. The temple is a stunning example of Buddhist Pure Land (Jodo) architecture built near the end of the Heian era. It houses a Buddha statue and an image of the Phoenix Hall even features on the 10 yen coin. Enjoy a tour around the temple and its equally beautiful gardens before returning to Kyoto.

Inclusions

  • Rapid Service to Uji
  • Entrance
  • Guide

Please note

Voucher information: Sorry, but we will need you to print a paper version of your booking voucher (we're working on changing this).  At this time no refund can be given for customers without a printed copy of their voucher.

The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details. They’re a nice bunch, and will happily answer any logistical questions you may have. Please give them a call at least 24 hours before your organised activity to reconfirm.

Public transportation will be used.

Seating may not be available.

Nakanoshima Park may not be visited due to river conditions.

Unfortunately, the tour is not suitable for those with mobility problems and expecting mothers.

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