Kyoto Uji Half Day Walking Tour with Tea Ceremony Experience
- Explore the picturesque area around Uji Bridge and the World Heritage Site Byodo-in Temple
- Experience an authentic tea ceremony in the Birthplace of Japanese Tea
- Discover the historic charm of Uji with a knowledgeable National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
- Optional afternoon Nara sightseeing can be added to extend your cultural journey
What to expect
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.
For those who wish to explore Nara after the half-day tour, optionally select our 1-Day Kyoto & Nara tour, which includes visits to Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Todai-ji Temple, and Nara Park in the afternoon.
Reviews
The tour and tour guide were lovely! I only wish we could have stayed at the museum longer.
excellent,Knowledgeable & friendly guide
The guide was very good and efficient at handling the logistics of the group visit, including the train rides. She was very friendly and her English was quite good. She did not tell us anything about background of significance of the place, though. She said this is due to not being allowed to talk loudly inside the place, but she could easily have talked to us outside.
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