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Uji Walking Tour - Byodo-in temple and Tea Ceremony from Kyoto
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About
Discover the enchanting town of Uji on this immersive 4-hour walking tour led by a National Government Licensed English Guide. Visit the ancient Uji Bridge, built in the 7th century, and enjoy beautiful views from its special viewing spot. Experience a real Japanese tea ceremony where you'll learn to prepare traditional matcha or sencha tea. Explore the stunning Byodo-in Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site whose Phoenix Hall appears on Japan's 10-yen coin. This tour combines Japan's tea culture with historic temples for an authentic cultural experience.
Highlights
4 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
Fees other than those listed in Includes
Meeting Points
Departure
JTB SUNRISE TOURS DESK KYOTO
Please come to Sunrise Tours Desk, B1F Kyoto Avanti by 8:20am. AVANTI is located directly across from the Hachijo Exit of Kyoto Station.
Return
Kyoto Station
Tour ends Kyoto Station around 12:30PM.
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The tour may not be able to enter the Phoenix Hall at Byodo-in Temple in case of congestion. In this case, JPY 300 will be refunded at the location
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Uji Walking Tour - Byodo-in temple and Tea Ceremony from Kyoto
(4) Reviews
31
About
Discover the enchanting town of Uji on this immersive 4-hour walking tour led by a National Government Licensed English Guide. Visit the ancient Uji Bridge, built in the 7th century, and enjoy beautiful views from its special viewing spot. Experience a real Japanese tea ceremony where you'll learn to prepare traditional matcha or sencha tea. Explore the stunning Byodo-in Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site whose Phoenix Hall appears on Japan's 10-yen coin. This tour combines Japan's tea culture with historic temples for an authentic cultural experience.
Highlights
4 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
Fees other than those listed in Includes
Meeting Points
Departure
JTB SUNRISE TOURS DESK KYOTO
Please come to Sunrise Tours Desk, B1F Kyoto Avanti by 8:20am. AVANTI is located directly across from the Hachijo Exit of Kyoto Station.
Return
Kyoto Station
Tour ends Kyoto Station around 12:30PM.
Itinerary
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Ujibashi Bridge
Uji Bridge is thought to have been originally built sometime in the 7th century and is counted among the oldest bridges in Japan. A small protrusion off one side of the bridge known as san-no-ma offers great views
5 minutes
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Prefectural Uji Park
The two islands floating in the Uji River - Tō-no-shima and Tachibana-shima - are collectively known as "Naka-no-shima" (Middle Island). Enjoy the panoramic view amid the mountains
10 minutes
3
Taihoan
Enjoy an authentic tea ceremony in Uji, a famous tea town known as the birthplace of Japanese tea
20 minutes
4
Byodoin Temple
Built near the end of the Heian Era, this temple houses a Buddha statue and other images, and is surrounded by a beautiful garden. The temple is registered on the World Heritage List as a part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto. An image of this temple's Phoenix Hall is featured on the 10 yen coin
