Uplifting Uji: Kyoto's Tea, Shrines, and Natural Spirituality

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Uncover the wonders of Japan’s most renowned tea on a private guided tour of Uji, Kyoto. Taste and learn about Japan’s highest grade of green tea, and visit local attractions like Ujigami Shrine and Byodoin Temple, which are both UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Why We Recommend This

  • Discover the highlights of Uji, Kyoto’s leading tea producing district, with an English-speaking private guide.
  • Learn about how Japan’s highest grade of green tea, “gyokuro,” is made and how to properly brew it before tasting some yourself in a historic 12th-century teahouse.
  • Visit local World Heritage sites Ujigami Shrine and Byodoin Temple, along with other nearby attractions with incredible histories.
  • Shop at Byodoin Omotesando, a quaint street full of tea stores.
  • Tour fee includes admission to all temples and the Byodoin Temple museum.

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Location

7-13, Otsukata Uji, Uji-shi, Kyoto

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