UJI, MORE THAN TEA
74 reviews
Uji
Starting from
Kyoto station
Morning
Trending
Instagrammable
Duration of experience
~ 8000 steps
English, Italian
Experience the enchanting world of Uji with our Uji More Than Tea. This journey invites you to explore the rich tapestry of Uji's tea culture and its historical gems.
Begin your day with a visit to the iconic Byodo-in Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its elegant Phoenix Hall. Explore the lush gardens and the tranquil surroundings that have inspired poets and artists for centuries.
Delve into the world of Uji's tea heritage taking part in an optional tea ceremony and tasting a cup of local tea.
We will share the significance of Uji's tea culture, providing insights into the timeless art of tea-making. Whether you're a tea enthusiast or a traveler seeking cultural enrichment, this tour promises an authentic and enlightening experience.
WHAT’S IN
- English or Italian speaking Travel Story Teller
WHAT’S OUT
- Public transportation: if you do not hold JR Pass, about 500 JPY; if you hold JR Pass, no expenses.
- Entrance fee (about 700 JPY)
- Optional tea ceremony (about 1,000 JPY) - subject to availability
**Rain, shine, or a bit of both— our walking tours still go on!**
Super kind, very helpful, and above all very prepared for the tour. I recommend her to everyone!
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A highly recommended and interesting visit, the discovery of a magical place that without a guide would have just been a beautiful place, without history and without magic.
Highly recommended, kind, helpful, polite and super prepared. We recommend her very much!!!
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Wonderful experience! Beautiful places. Highly recommended experience, an absolute must-do 🔝🔝
The guide was very kind, super helpful, and very knowledgeable about the history of Japan. She also gave us a lot of information about other places to visit and where to go to eat. I couldn't have asked for better 😉
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Very prepared and helpful, she helped us shop for tea and told us many interesting anecdotes about her life in Japan. Absolutely recommended!
A very nice small town, the tea ceremony is very charming.
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Teresa is an excellent guide whom we highly recommend, attentive to details and competent, together with Graziella a mix of charm. I highly recommend both.
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