Uji, Joyo, Yawata Travel Guide

A facility with a museum where you can learn about Uji tea and hands-on Uji tea experiences.

A hidden scenic spot offering sweeping views of both Kyoto City and the Nara Basin.

Heaps of big nature to play in at one of Kyoto’s largest mega-parks.

The "Graffiti Temple" offers a unique prayer experience where you handwrite your wishes directly on a wall.

The delights of Nintendo by the years at this museum of interactive and detailed corners.

A traditional tearoom serving authentic Uji tea in delightful tea ceremony experiences.

The head temple of Zen Buddhism, keeping the rich heritage passed down from Chinese culture.

Experience pottery at a kiln in Uji with a 400-year history.

The temple grounds, gracefully blending with the natural landscape, and the stunning approach path, particularly in spring and autumn, add to the allure of this temple, the oldest of the Soto Zen sect and a beloved historical sanctuary.

Experience a botanical holiday with Japan's largest terraced flower bed and an exotic greenhouse.

A landmark of Uji, listed as one of Japan's three ancient bridges.

A sacred power spot revered since ancient times.

Authentic Matcha at a Long-Established Tea House in the Home of Uji Tea.

A long-established restaurant specializing in matcha green tea cuisine with a history of over 100 years.

Indulge in the ever-evolving matcha sweets.

Experience the marvel of matcha sweets unique to this specialty store with a history spanning 170 years.

Enjoy a cup of Uji-cha tea brewed by yourself while admiring the natural and clean scenery of the beautiful Uji River.

Full aroma and rich tea flavor steeped into smooth jellies, a famous treat from this long-loved tea merchant.

A neo Japanese sweets’ elegant taste flavored with green powder tea.

A one-of-a-kind stay limited to just one group per day-an entire private ryokan with a cypress bath, offering an extraordinary, escape-from-the-ordinary experience.

Chic stays at a ryokan in Uji, a historic gem of a city.

Prime access for Uji destinations and business trips at this hotel found a 3-minute walk from JR Uji Station.