Uji Walking Tour: Culture, Tea, and Temples

Explore Uji’s UNESCO sites and tea ceremony. Visit Byodoin Temple, Uji Shrine, and savor authentic green tea. Book your cultural adventure now.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Byodoin Temple - Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site and admire its stunning Phoenix Hall, rich with over 1,000 years of history
  • Taihoan - Engage in an authentic Japanese tea ceremony, learning the art of tea preparation in its birthplace.
  • Asagiri Bridge - Tachibara and Asagiri Suspension Bridges: Enjoy scenic views and capture the…
What's Included
  • 30 minutes Tea Ceremony
  • English speaking Guide
  • Entrance Fees to Byodo-in
What's Not Included
  • Personal Expenses
  • Hotel Pick up and Drop off
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in Uji’s rich culture and history on this unique walking tour. Explore the UNESCO-listed Byodoin Temple, celebrated for its stunning architecture and historical significance. Take part in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony at Taihoan, the birthplace of Japan’s green tea, and discover the nuances of this esteemed ritual. Enjoy leisurely…

Location
Uji Station
## Meeting Point: JR Uji Station (South Exit) Your guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a company sign.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Lori
Apr 2, 2025
Beautiful tea ceremony - Yoshi was a great tour guide and we really enjoyed the tea ceremony. Definitely encourage everyone to experience this.
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338yolandag
Mar 28, 2025
Fun and informative tour - It was a very informative, fun tour with Katz. He translated the entire tea ceremony and showed us the shops that we could buy matcha. We visited a temple and shrines and he explained the difference between the two. He also recommended a ramen place so we could taste the difference between ramen from Tokyo and ramen from Kyoto. Overall it was an awesome experience and I would highly recommend the tour and Katz as a tour guide.
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531kulah
Mar 27, 2025
Great day in Uji - Kats was a fantastic guide. He was friendly and informative and took family photos for us. He even showed us a great eating spot after the tour ended, and escorted us on the train back to Kyoto. Highly recommended
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Daniela_p
Dec 4, 2024
Wonderful tour with... - Wonderful tour with Katsuhiko!! The fall was the perfect time to explore Uji. Katsuhiko was very friendly and knowledgeable.
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From $60
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).