One-Day Uji Cultural Excursion from Kyoto

Day 1: Cultural Highlights in Uji

Uji, Japan on May 25, 2025

8:00am

Depart from Kyoto Station to Uji Station

Take the JR Nara Line Rapid Service from Kyoto Station to Uji Station; the journey takes approximately 25 minutes.
JPY240, 0h25m

8:30am

Breakfast at Nakatanidou

Start with traditional Japanese sweets at Nakatanidou, known for their freshly pounded yomogi mochi. The shop opens at 8am and offers an authentic taste of Uji.
JPY600, 0h30m

9:00am

Visit Byodo-in Temple

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site and the famous Phoenix Hall, exemplifying Heian period architecture. Open from 8am to 5pm.
JPY600, 1h0m

10:15am

Explore Uji Shrine Complex

Visit Uji Shrine and Ujigami Shrine nearby to experience the spiritual heritage of the city. These shrines are open throughout the day with free admission.
Free, 1h0m

11:30am

Lunch at Obubu Tea Farms Café

Enjoy a farm-to-table meal featuring local ingredients and Uji tea at Obubu Tea Farms Café. They serve until 3pm and offer a unique tea experience.
JPY1200, 1h0m

12:45pm

Walk Along Uji River

Take a scenic walk along the Uji River, famous for its beautiful nature and duck boat rides available seasonally.
Free, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Uji City History Museum

Learn about the rich cultural and historical background of Uji at this museum, open from 9am to 5pm.
JPY300, 1h0m

3:15pm

Tea Tasting at Fukujuen Tea Shop

Experience a traditional Uji green tea tasting session at Fukujuen, one of Uji’s oldest tea producers. The shop is open until 6pm.
JPY500, 0h45m

4:15pm

Return to Kyoto Station

Take the train back to Kyoto Station, arriving in about 25 minutes.
JPY240, 0h25m

5:00pm

Dinner near Kyoto Station at Katsukura

Enjoy a delicious Tonkatsu meal at Katsukura, known for its crispy breaded pork cutlets and high-quality ingredients. Open for dinner from 5pm to 10pm.
JPY2000, 1h30m
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