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Kyoto: Discover Uji’s Two Hidden World Heritage Treasures
Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$171.24
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Overview
Uji’s cultural heart beats within its ancient temples and serene landscapes, offering a unique glimpse into Japan’s rich heritage. This 1.5-hour walking tour, led by a knowledgeable local guide, invites you to uncover the stories behind Uji’s most iconic landmarks.
- 🏷️ Guided Walking Tour: Enjoy an immersive experience with a local professional guide who shares fascinating insights into Uji's history and culture.
- 🏯 Visit to Byodoin Temple: Explore the stunning Byodoin Temple, a national icon and masterpiece of Pure Land Buddhist architecture.
- 🌳 Discover Ujigami Shrine, Japan’s oldest existing Shinto shrine structure, where you can reflect amidst its tranquil surroundings.
- 🌉 Stroll across Uji Bridge, one of Japan's oldest and historically significant bridges, while absorbing the beauty of the Uji River and its scenic backdrop.
- 🌄 Experience the serene atmosphere of Uji Shrine, dedicated to the spirit of Prince Uji no Wakiiratsuko, and appreciate its local significance.
- 📚 Engage with rich storytelling that transforms sightseeing into a deep cultural immersion, enhancing your appreciation for Uji.
- 🗣️ This tour is conducted in English, ensuring clear communication and a deeper understanding of the sites visited.
- 🚉 Convenient public transportation options are available nearby, making it easy to reach your starting point.
- 👟 Suitable for all physical fitness levels, this tour allows everyone to enjoy Uji’s enchanting landscapes and historical treasures.
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Kyoto: Discover Uji’s Two Hidden World Heritage Treasures
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
- Visit to Byodoin Temple
- Local professional guide
- Guided walking tour
- Visit to Ujigami Shrine
Meeting point
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.
Return details
The tour ends at Byodoin Temple. This location is easily accessible to the train station and other destinations.
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Ujibashi BridgeSpanning the tranquil waters of the Uji River, Uji Bridge is more than a simple crossing—it is one of the oldest and most historically significant bridges in Japan. First built in the 7th century, the bridge has long been a vital link between Kyoto and Nara, and a setting for many key scenes in classical literature such as The Tale of Genji. Today’s structure is a modern reconstruction, but the spirit of the past lingers in every stone. Standing here, with views of the river, temples, and mountains beyond, you can feel the timeless flow of culture, history, and nature that defines Uji.
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Uji ShrineTucked at the foot of Mount Asahi, Uji Shrine is a serene and lesser-known Shinto sanctuary with deep local significance. Dedicated to the spirit of Prince Uji no Wakiiratsuko, a figure associated with loyalty and familial devotion, the shrine is believed to bring blessings of harmony and protection. Its bright vermilion torii gates, quiet wooded grounds, and peaceful atmosphere offer a gentle, spiritual entry point to your cultural journey through Uji.
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Ujigami ShrineJust a short walk uphill from Uji Shrine stands Ujigami Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Japan’s oldest existing Shinto shrine structure. Dating back to the 11th century, it served as the protective shrine for nearby Byodoin Temple. The shrine’s architecture has remained largely untouched for nearly a thousand years, preserving a rare glimpse into the Heian period's sacred design. Surrounded by towering trees and mossy stones, Ujigami Shrine invites quiet reflection and a deep sense of timeless spirituality.
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Byodoin TempleByodoin Temple is the crown jewel of Uji’s cultural heritage. Built in 1052, its famous Phoenix Hall is one of the finest surviving examples of Pure Land Buddhist architecture and a national icon featured on the 10-yen coin. Designed to represent the Buddhist paradise, the temple's soaring rooftops and shimmering reflection pond evoke a sense of both elegance and spiritual aspiration. As you walk its historic grounds, you’ll sense the aristocratic grace of the Heian era and the enduring beauty of Japan’s Buddhist tradition.
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Kyoto: Discover Uji’s Two Hidden World Heritage Treasures
Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$171.24
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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