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What to do in Uji
Popular places to visit
Kiyomizu Temple
Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails.
Nishiki Market
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
Kyoto Tower
In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.
Kyoto Imperial Palace
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Kyoto Imperial Palace. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
Heian Shrine
An important shrine for patriotic locals and curious tourists alike, this site has charming buildings and natural gardens that celebrate Kyoto’s fusion of past and present.
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take a stroll or a bicycle ride through this sublime forest to experience the otherworldly tranquility created by filtered sunlight and rustling bamboo leaves.
Areas of Uji
Rokujizō
When in Rokujizō and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Daigo-ji Temple or Fushimi Castle and hop on the metro to see more the city at JR Rokujizo Station or Rokujizo Station.
Utoro
Check out the monuments, gardens, and river views while spending some time in Utoro. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Nintendo Museum or Aeon Mall Kumiyama.
- Nintendo Museum
- Tea and Uji Town Historical Park
- Byodo-in Hoshokan Museum
- Fukujuen Uji Tea Factory
- Byodo-in Omotesando Street
- Ukishima Thirteen-Story Pagoda
- Osaka Castle
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nishiki Market
- Kyoto Tower
- Nara Park
- Nijō Castle
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
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