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Kyoto: Discover Uji’s Two Hidden World Heritage Treasures

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Fushimi & Uji

Kyoto: Discover Uji’s Two Hidden World Heritage Treasures

Explore Uji on a guided walking tour. Visit the iconic Byodoin Temple and Ujigami Shrine, and learn about the rich history and culture of this historic riverside town.

Itinerary

Statue of Murasaki Shikibu
Please meet your guide in front of the statue of Murasaki Shikibu at the foot of Uji Bridge (the stone statue of a woman holding a scroll). Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign. For exact directions, please refer to the map provided.
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Ujibashi Bridge
Guide tour (10min)
2
Uji Shrine
Guide tour (15min)
3
Ujigami Shrine
Guide tour (30min)
4
Byodoin Temple
Guide tour (50min)

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Kyoto: Discover Uji’s Two Hidden World Heritage Treasures

2 hours

<Inclusions>
Guided walking tour
Visit to Byodoin Temple
Visit to Ujigami Shrine
Local professional guide

<Plan Code>
G-KYO-040-1-PR

103.25USD~

What's Included

Guided walking tour
Visit to Byodoin Temple
Visit to Ujigami Shrine
Local professional guide

Experience details

This is not just a visit to UNESCO sites—it’s a journey into the heart of Japan’s cultural soul. Led by a professional local guide, this 1.5-hour walking tour uncovers the deep stories behind Uji’s most iconic landmarks: the elegant Byodoin Temple, the ancient stillness of Ujigami Shrine, the serenity of Uji Shrine, and the poetic beauty of Uji Bridge.

What makes this experience truly special is the seamless blend of world-class heritage and quiet local charm. As you stroll along the riverside paths and through temple gates, you’ll not only learn about history—you’ll feel it. With rich storytelling, historical context, and thoughtful pacing, this tour turns sightseeing into cultural immersion.

Whether you're a first-time visitor or a returning traveler, you’ll walk away with a new appreciation for Uji—one of Japan’s most beautiful, yet often overlooked, destinations.

Meeting Place

Statue of Murasaki Shikibu: Please meet your guide in front of the statue of Murasaki Shikibu at the foot of Uji Bridge (the stone statue of a woman holding a scroll). Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign. For exact directions, please refer to the map provided.

Important information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
・Not wheelchair accessible
・Near public transportation
・Most travelers can participate
・This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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