2025 Uji Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

You must visit Japan this spring! The upcoming Kansai cherry blossom season 🌸 is a thousand times of spring beauty, with green riverbanks 🍃, blooming cherry blossoms, small bridges and flowing water, temples and shrines. The aesthetics of Japanese cherry blossoms are truly top-notch! 🌸 Classic Cherry Blossom Viewing Route D1 Kansai Airport Pickup - Free time in Kyoto D2 Arashiyama Sagano Scenic Railway + Togetsukyo Bridge + Nijo Castle D3 Kiyomizu-dera Temple + Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka + Kamogawa River + Pontocho + Fushimi Inari Taisha D4 Uji + Byodo-in Temple + Nara Park + Kasuga Taisha D5 Free day in Osaka D6 Kansai International Airport Drop-off 🟢 Highlights of the Trip 💫 Panoramic tour of Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara, hitting all the famous spots in Kansai 💫 Short distances between attractions, minimal travel time, and plenty of time spent at scenic spots without backtracking 💫 Enjoy cherry blossoms during the day and beautiful night cherry blossoms in the evening ⭕【Special Experiences】 🔸 Kimono experience during cherry blossom season, perfect for atmospheric photos 🔹 Tea ceremony experience, including grinding, brewing, stirring, and savoring the aroma and taste of tea 🔸 Japanese cuisine, tasting cherry blossom-themed delicacies 🔹 Arashiyama Sagano Scenic Railway, traveling through thousands of cherry blossoms, like a dream ⭕【Popular Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots】 Randen Cherry Blossom Tunnel Philosopher's Path Byodo-in Temple Nara Park Osaka Castle Park Mint Bureau Cherry Blossom Walkway Kema Sakuranomiya Park

#JanuaryGoodDestinations2025 When you come to Uji, the hometown of matcha, how can you miss matcha cuisine? After visiting the beautiful Byodo-in Temple, I wanted to go to Nakamura Tokichi for a cup of matcha, but it turned out to be too crowded, so I had to walk a little further, cross the Uji Bridge and come to the Uji main store of "Ito Kyuemon" to have lunch. After all, it is our main store, so there are quite a few people there on weekdays at noon. Fortunately, the store is large enough with many seats, and we were able to get a seat within five minutes of visiting the souvenir area. I ordered the seasonal hydrangea set meal, which is actually matcha crystal jelly ice cream. The green matcha flavor was changed to the colorful hydrangea flavor, and the color was very bright. The main dish is matcha ramen. The green noodles have a faint matcha aroma, and there is a wide and long piece of tofu skin, which is very long when picked up! The overall seasoning is relatively light, just for the atmosphere. The souvenir area is quite fun to visit, with a dazzling array of matcha products. #京都探店 #Uji抹茶 #伊藤久越門

Share a travel plan for Uji, the city of green tea🍵 A lovely city just 30 minutes from Kyoto Make a One Day Trip plan easily See Byodo-in Temple, which is on a 10 yen coin Walk and shop on Byodoin Green Tea Street Omotesando🌿, which has cute shops, cafes and green tea shops with great prices There are so many places to eat, both savory and sweet restaurants and street food. Don't forget to try Uji Matcha Soba🍜, a famous menu. There are also many desserts Both Dango🍡and very rich green tea ice cream With green tea powder sprinkled on top, 500 yen per cone ------------------------------------- ✴️ 6 places worth visiting in Uji ⛩️Byodo-in Temple, the temple on the 10 yen coin World Heritage Site of Japan Admission fee is 700 yen per person. 🍵 Byodoin Omotesando "Green Tea Street" There are many shops selling products made from green tea. ☕ Starbucks, a famous coffee shop, the atmosphere is very chill. The autumn leaves are very beautiful. 🍡 Nakamura Tokichi, an old green tea shop Since 1870, a great view along the Uji River. 🍜 Renge Chaya, a signature menu item, "Uji Matcha Soba" Affordable price, there are sets for only 1,000- 2,000 yen. 🌉 Ujibashi Bridge, one of the three oldest bridges in Japan, walk along the Uji River, enjoy the view of the city A very chill atmosphere. ------------------------------------- 🚈 Traveling from Kyoto, take the JR Nara Line from Kyoto Station and get off at Uji Station, it takes about 20 minutes. #KyotoReview #Uji #KyotoTravel #KyotoTravel #UjiCity #JapanReview #tripTravelToWishNewYear

#2024 TRAVEL REVIEW #Must go in this life #Kyoto #Museum #Mario #Game 🎴This museum not only displays the footprints of Nintendo’s century-old history, but also has a rich and diverse interactive experience area! The "Nintendo Kokura Factory" was established in 1969. It was once the production base for Hanafuda, trading cards and early game consoles. In 2016, the production tasks were transferred to the new factory, and we began to discuss how to make good use of this building, which played a decisive role in the development history of Nintendo. Later, it was planned to be the Nintendo Museum that is about to open now. As a Nintendo fan since childhood, of course I have to make a pilgrimage! 🎴The first step is to buy a ticket! You need to register on the official website three months in advance, so you plan to visit in December and register before the end of September, and pay on the official website after the ticket purchase results are announced (the ticket price is 3300 yen), otherwise the ticket will be cancelled! If you really forget, tickets will be released the day before, so you can try your luck on the official website. Remember to bring your ID when entering! 🎴A very important point! Remember to log in with your official Nintendo account when buying tickets and draw a cute portrait of yourself! Make your ticket unique~ 🎴 Next is transportation. The Nintendo Museum is located at Kokura Station. If you come from Kyoto Station, take the Kintetsu Kyoto Line from "Kintetsu Kyoto Station" towards Nara. Don't be like me and can't find it in a JR station. car. Kokura Station is quite simple. On the way back, I tried to catch a taxi on the road but there were no taxis at all. 🎴After entering the Nintendo Museum, the first thing you see at the door is the classic Super Mario scene, and Nintendo elements can be seen everywhere, perfect score for cuteness! What few people notice is that there is a signature of Mario's father "Miyamoto" on the wall after entering the museum. Big fans must take a photo. Thank you for bringing so many fun games to this world! 🎴The excitement begins when you enter the exhibition hall on the second floor. Here is the complete history of Nintendo's development, from its original products, Hanafuda, toys, to previous generations of consoles and games. You can’t take pictures in this building, so it’s hard to convey my feelings through words. Here you can find products from the year you were born, as well as every Nintendo game you have played since childhood. It not only reviews the history of Nintendo, but also reviews me. Most of my life. 🎴Back on the first floor is the interactive game area. You will be given 10 gold coins in the ticket. The gold coins deducted for each game are different. The classic game I just saw on the second floor can now be played immediately. It takes me back to the elementary school student in one second. From the interactive game area, we can see Nintendo’s spirit of inheriting classics and actively innovating. Not forgetting its roots, the products "Hanafuda" and "Ultra Hand" that were started back then were turned into interactive games using new technologies. In a game with a huge joystick, you can experience one person operating half of the joystick, and it’s easy to quarrel with your partner, which may be part of the fun :D 🎴Finally, there is the commemorative product area. Although at first I thought it was a bit boring and lacking in design to just print the game console on a T-shirt or mug, but I later discovered that the must-buy product is actually a towel. Nintendo once again used "Hanafuda" and Elements of Mario's classic character are combined into patterns inspired by Kyoto's traditional fabrics. Now when I take out the small towel every day, I will think back to that wonderful afternoon at the Nintendo Museum😍

#2024 TRAVEL REVIEW #KYOTO TRAVEL #nintendo #KYOTO TRAVEL GUIDE The Nintendo Museum has just opened in October 2024, and tickets are very difficult to buy. Thanks to my friends for grabbing tickets, which allowed me to return to my youthful black and white childhood. People who like Nintendo must go and taste the sense of the times💕 🎫Tickets: There are now two types of tickets, buying them directly or making an appointment to draw lots, but basically the tickets have been sold out in the past three months. Of course, you can also check out the official website every day. The ticket price is 3,300 yen. 🚗Transportation: It is really a remote place. You can’t even call a taxi on the way back. Go to Kyoto Station and go directly to Kokura Station. There is a museum route map at the exit of Kokura Station. It is very close to the subway station. Note that there are only various stations in Kokura Station. You can only get there by subway that stops, don’t take the express 😅 🎮Your reservation time and QR code will be shown before entering the park. After swiping your card to enter, you will enter the exhibition area. Game console works of the past, as well as the stories behind them and related card games and accessories are all available. Photography is not allowed on this floor of the history museum. , anyone who loves Nintendo will understand🥰 🕹️There are so many people in the experience center that we have to queue up. Because we went in after 4 pm for a very late session, I guess there will be a lot less people. In fact, people who don’t like Nintendo in general will probably find it boring, because it is a company that doesn’t know how to market itself. , and I don’t love money that much 😂 so I won’t take off your wallet when I go in~ ✔️Don’t have the illusion of Universal Studios. It’s just parasitism among experts who are good at creating amusement parks. If you do it yourself, you’ll be very happy! ! 🌟As for restaurants and shopping, I think they are very ordinary. Maybe I didn’t see the popular blind boxes or limited editions (snatch them up), otherwise I would be very dumbfounded if T-shirts or mugs were printed with the names of various generations of consoles🙄 Let me Save money ✔️The conclusion is that those who love it will be moved. If you go to Kyoto or if you can grab a ticket, go and see the latest and most popular Nintendo Museum. However, the experience is very disappointing, especially there is nothing to tie together nearby (Uji? …….)

Take a tour of Uji City. It's near Kyoto. You can visit it for a day. It's a very cute little city. ✨ 🍵 The highlight of this city is that it's the city of matcha!! It's number one in terms of green tea. The best green tea powder comes from this city. 😋🚂 How to get there: Take the train from Kyoto and get off at Uji Station. 📍We recommend 6 places to eat and travel in one day. 𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃 🪀 Matcha Republic 🪀⑅ The first cafe I entered. There are many menus. There are green tea and hojicha. It's a small shop. If you sit down to eat, everyone must order ⑅ Highlights: The cremia ice cream cone is very delicious, sprinkled with thick powder 𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃 🪀 Coffee Stand Cafe’ Do Okada 🪀⑅ I found this shop by accident because I really wanted to drink coffee, lol. The front of the shop is super cute. The atmosphere inside is also good. ⑅ Highlights: There are many types of coffee, including drip coffee. 𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃 🪀 Ujibashi Bridge 🪀⑅ When you arrive, you will see a statue of Murasaki Shikibu, the author of The Tale of Genji. Then, you can walk along the bridge. The atmosphere is very good. You can see a wide view of the river. You can walk down to walk along the river. It's very good. ⑅ Highlights: Walk, enjoy the river view, spend time chilling. 𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃 🪀 Byodo-in Omotesando 🪀⑅ Walking street before going to the temple. There are many shops. You can walk around and have fun. Ice cream shops or real restaurants are also on this street. ⑅ Highlights: Souvenir shops, Uji green tea in every shop. 𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃 🪀 Byodo-in Temple 🪀⑅ A world heritage temple in Japan. Very grand, very spacious, and there is also a museum zone. Lots of walking, nice atmosphere⑅ Highlights: The main hall of the temple is the image on the 10 yen coin𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃 🪀 Nakamura Tokichi Byodo-in🪀⑅ A famous shop in Uji. This branch is very beautiful. There are also many people. It is located on the walking street. The noodles are very delicious. The drinks are also good. It is worthy of being ranked number 1⑅ Highlights: The shop is located on the river. The atmosphere is very good.𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃 #triptravelchina #travelplan #traveljapan #kyoto #uji #Kyoto #japan

#100 Ways to Travel Kyoto trip~ "Wander through the lush green ancient capital and enjoy the beauty of the ancient capital's wabi-sabi" The stage for the 2024 NHK Taiga drama "To the Lord of Light" is in "Uji"! ! In addition to being the "Hometown of Matcha" and the World Cultural Heritage "Byodo-in", Uji also has the oldest shrine in Japan ⛩️ "Ujigami Shrine" which is also one of the must-visit attractions~ Let me tell you about it! ! A brief talk on history ~ The oldest shrine enshrines the first emperor who committed suicide ~ It was built in 313 and is dedicated to a deity named "Tadao Zhilangzi". It can mainly pray for "exams" and "safe childbirth". In Japan during the Heian period🇯🇵, there was an emperor named "Emperor Ogami" who had two sons named "Tadaichi Chiroko no Mikoto" and "Oikawa Mikoto". The former was the younger brother and the latter was the elder brother. Both heirs were humble. Wanting the other party to serve as emperor leaves Japan without a leader for a three-year window! After the request failed, the younger brother decided to commit suicide so that his elder brother could inherit the throne and become "Emperor Nintoku". The older brother built this shrine in memory of his younger brother. This is the origin of Ujigami Shrine ~ Important features of the shrine ⛩️: "Mainden": Built in the Kamakura period, it is a designated "National Cultural Property" of Japan. The temple is beautiful. Enshrined in the hall is the "Wooden Seated Statue of Todōjiroji no Mikoto", which is also one of the cultural properties. "Qing no sand": Located on the left and right sides of the shrine, it represents "yin and yang☯️". It is said that packing the sand into a small bag and taking it home can bring good luck and ward off evil. Goshu are sold on the side You can buy it anywhere~ "Kirihara Spring": one of the seven famous springs in Uji ancient times, and the only remaining spring. Visitors can use a ladle to wash their hands. Although the water quality is clear, there is still the possibility of some small mosquitoes in summer. Shrine staff do not recommend drinking it. 👀Must-see highlights: 1. Pay homage to "Tu Dao Zhi Lang Zi Ming": Couples can pray for a safe and smooth delivery, while children can pray for their studies. 2. The God’s Envoy Turns Back Rabbit🐰: According to legend, when the god of worship, Todachi Yoshiroko, got lost on the way from “Kawachi Country” (now east of Osaka) to Uji, a rabbit turned back and led the way, hence the name “The God’s Envoy”. The legend of "The Turning Rabbit" (God's Envoy's のみかえり兎). There is a special way of worshiping at Uji Shrine where this ancient legend is spread - first, write your wishes on a rabbit-e horse, then make a wish to the rabbit in front of the main shrine, and then circle the main shrine three times in a clockwise direction with the ema. . It is said that if three rabbits are found during this period, the wish will come true. 3. If you like the rabbit 🐰-shaped ema, the shape and the royal seal, buy it! ! Some styles are seasonal or daily limited. 4. Energy attractions: There is another place that cannot be missed when you come to Uji Shrine, and that is the place surrounded by trees on the right side of the main shrine. This is considered the energy spot of Uji Shrine, and you can feel the different atmospheres and the mysterious power of nature from the air. ✨Knowledge supplement: If all travelers are interested in or research Japanese literature, you should be familiar with the writer "Murasaki Shikibu". The most well-known work should be "The Tale of Genji", and the last ten chapters of the work are called " "Uji Ten Posts", so many travelers come here to visit one by one according to the chapters of "Uji Ten Posts" ~ If you are a history buff like me, you shouldn't miss it! ! 🕰️Business hours: 09:00-16:00 🚴Transportation: 【Departure from Kyoto Station】 JR "Kyoto Station" → (JR Nara Line about 17 minutes) → JR "Uji Station" → (About 10 minutes on foot) → Byodo-in Temple → Ujigami Shrine 【Departure from Osaka Station】 JR "Osaka Station" (JR Kyoto Line, about 27 minutes) JR "Kyoto Station" 1 (JR Nara Line about 17 minutes) → JR "Uji Station" → (about 10 minutes on foot) → Byodo-in Temple → Ujigami Shrine 【Departure from Nara Station】 JR "Kyoto Station" → (JR Nara Line about 31 minutes) → JR "Uji Station" → (About 10 minutes on foot) → Byodo-in Temple → Ujigami Shrine 🔔: It is recommended to purchase "Kansai Railway 🛤️ Free Pass" or "Kansai Wide Area Railway Free Pass" 🗓️Itinerary: Nakamura Tokichi - Byodo-in Temple - Uji Shrine ⛩️ - Ujigami Shrine ⛩️ (the oldest shrine in Japan is here) - The Tale of Genji Museum - Ito Kyuemon 📍Address: Japan〒611-0021 Kyoto, Uji, Yamada−５９ 💞Recommended reasons: 1. The oldest shrine 2. As long as it is a "World Cultural Heritage", I will definitely tell you to come and see it. 3. Rabbit🐰 is so cute~ Why don’t you come! ? 4. If you don’t want to go to Byodo-in Temple to see the crowded flowers, coming here is also a good choice! ! 5. This is the place where the Genji family developed and where the great writer Murasaki Shikibu lived. If you are interested in history, you can find many surprises here. #TravelKyoto #oldest shrine #Ujigamijinja Shrine #WorldCulturalHeritageSeries #HistoryLookingforRoots #purple-shikibu

#100 Ways to Travel Kyoto Travel ~ "The Pure Land of Paradise and the Culture of Saha World" Historical introduction: (1) Heian Period: This period was the early years of the End of the Dharma. After Fujiwara Yorimichi inherited his father's villa and converted it into a Buddhist temple, he founded Byodo-in. During the End of the Dharma Period, the "Pure Land Belief" of Buddhism prevailed, and the Amida Hall with the seated statue of Amida Tathagata was built. , which is the origin of the current Phoenix Hall~ There is a small patch of turf in the park called "Ogashiba", which is the location where Minamoto Yorimasa failed to conquer the Taira clan and committed seppuku during the "Genpei War"! ! (2) Kamakura to the Edo period: During this period, Byodo-in and Phoenix Hall had become important places for Buddhism. The shogunate armies in each period fought with each other and burned the main hall and the surrounding "garan" countless times. In order to restore Byodo-in, the Byodo-in Temple was founded. The Uji area has become the main base of the Pure Land Sect of Buddhism. Later, "Arhat Hall" and "Saishōin" were built respectively. (3) Meiji ~ Heisei era: During this period, active protection and repair of cultural relics such as murals and Buddhist statues inside the building began. Such as the "Brahma Bell" and "Phoenix🐦🔥" were also listed as national treasures one by one, and were included in the This place was listed as a "World Cultural Heritage" in 1994! ! 💴History hidden in coins: If you travel to Japan frequently, you may want to take a closer look at the pattern of the 10-yuan coin, and you will find that, eh! ? Isn’t this the place I’m introducing now? ! In addition, there is a phoenix behind the old version of the 10,000-yuan bill🐦🔥~ This phoenix actually comes from the "Phoenix Hall" of Byodo-in! If you travel here, you might as well take a closer look at the carvings on the top of the building~ (I’m not sure if there are any behind the new banknotes) Seasonal activities: Late March: Cherry blossom viewing🌸, which means spring is coming Mid-April: Wisteria blooms gracefully🌹 Early summer in June: The water lilies in the "A Zi Pond" will bloom one after another, making the whole scene very picturesque~ Mid-November: Maple viewing🍁~, a unique flavor Late December: If it snows❄️, you can see the beautiful scenery "Snow Makeup"! ! ‼ ️Must-see attractions: "Phoenix Hall": Built on the "Azi Pond", from a distance it looks like a palace floating on the Pure Land of Paradise. If you view the building from the front, it looks like a big bird spreading its wings. This is also the reason why "Phoenix Hall" is named~ "Museum Hoshokan": It displays Japanese national treasures such as "Brahma Bell" and "Phoenix", as well as the most important "Eleven-faced Guanyin Bodhisattva Statue". Most of the entire museum is underground, using lighting configuration and sunlight to create a Create a bright yet solemn atmosphere! ! "Guanyintang": The end of April to the beginning of May is a good time to appreciate the wisteria flowers. The simple architecture can better bring out the elegance and charm of the wisteria flowers. "Byodo-in Garden": This is what the aristocrats dreamed of as a pure land. As the seasons change, you can enjoy different beautiful scenery! ! "Clock Tower": It is an important national treasure and one of Japan's "Three Bells in the World". Don't forget to take a photo here. *Three bells in the world: "The posture of Pyodo-in Temple Bell", "Sound of Enjoji Temple Bell", "Inscription of Jingoji Temple Bell" "Medicine Gate": It is a common architectural style in ancient Japanese cities and old houses. 🍜Must-eat food: 1. Ito Kuemon ~ There are many matcha creative desserts and authentic tea tasting🍵. If you are a traveler who loves tea, you should not miss it. 2. Nakamura Fujiyoshi Main Store: If you are an Internet celebrity or a matcha lover, it is impossible not to know this store! ? It’s not just a restaurant, it’s one of Japan’s important cultural landscapes. It’s recommended that you try their “raw tea jelly” Remember! ! This store is packed with people, and people are queuing up outside before it even opens. It’s recommended to come early, as they have to draw number plates! 🕰️Business hours: Garden: 08:30-17:30 Phoenix Hall: 09:30-16:10 (Registration accepted at 9 a.m., limited to 50 people per session) Fengxiang Hall: 09:00-17:00 (last admission at 16:45) 🚴Transportation: 【Departure from Kyoto Station】 JR "Kyoto Station" → (JR Nara Line about 17 minutes) → JR "Uji Station" → (about 10 minutes on foot) → Byodo-in Temple 【Departure from Osaka Station】 JR "Osaka Station" → (JR Kyoto Line about 27 minutes) → JR "Kyoto Station" → (JR Nara Line about 17 minutes) → JR "Uji Station" → (about 10 minutes on foot) → Byodo-in Temple 【Departure from Nara Station】 JR "Kyoto Station" → (JR Nara Line about 31 minutes) → JR "Uji Station" → (about 10 minutes on foot) → Byodo-in Temple 🔔: It is recommended to purchase "Kansai Railway 🚞 Compass Pass" or "Kansai Wide Area Rail Compass Pass" ➡️Visit itinerary and route: Main entrance-Phoenix Hall-Jiyinsuo-Hokujiao Hall-Fengxiang Hall-Bell Tower-Teahouse wisteria- Medicine Gate - Pure Land Temple - Arhat Hall - Fudo Hall - Minamoto Yorimasa's Tomb - Saisho-in - Shanzhiba-Main Entrance~~About 90 minutes in total~~ 🗓️Itinerary: Nakamura Tokichi - Byodo-in Temple - Uji Shrine ⛩️ - Ujigami Shrine ⛩️ (the oldest shrine in Japan is here) - The Tale of Genji Museum - Ito Kyuemon 📍Address: 116 Uji Renge, Uji City 💞Recommended reasons: 1. As long as it is a "World Cultural Heritage", you should visit it! ? 2. History buffs 3. Those who have Buddhist-related beliefs 4. Internet beauty, Internet handsome #Byodoin Phoenix Hall #KYOTOUJICITY #WorldCulturalHeritageSeries #sourcejifamily #HistoryLookingforRoots

#100 Ways to Travel As a matcha lover, the first thing I thought of was Uji or Shizuoka. I happened to buy a cheap flight ticket to Kansai, so I decided to take this trip🧳 Uji Station is less than 30 minutes’ drive from Kyoto Station. There are attractions such as Byodo-in Temple, Uji Shrine, and Uji River nearby to visit, and there are also many authentic Uji Matcha teas to eat! One of the most recommended is Nakamura Tokichi! After eating it, I felt really good👍🏻I recommend it to everyone!

#japantrip A short train ride from Kyoto, Uji is a beautiful riverside town known for its historic temples, tea ceremonies and boat trips. There are many things to do in Uji, Kyoto. 📌 Byodoin Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, you may have a strange sense of deja vu when you first visit Byodoin Temple – this is because Byodoin temple features on the reverse of the Japanese 10 Yen coin. 📌 River Uji Walk, simply stunning with beautiful bridges, boats and a stunning hill landscape all around. 📌 Ujigami-jinja Shrine, much smaller in size than Byodoin Temple, Uji shrine is one of the oldest shrine in Japan and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site temple. 📌 13 Storey Pagoda / Jusanju Sekito, an iconic landmark of Uji is said to be the tallest stone pagoda in Japan. 🍦🍵Byodo-In Omotesando Street, best street for souvenir shopping and restaurants. Prime spot to get Matcha tea and Matcha tea ice cream. #historicallandmarks #mytravelhacks #japan #japankyoto #japantrip #art_of_japan_ #100waysoftravel #cherryblossom2024

Take the Keihan Electric Railway to Uji, and before going to visit #Byodo-in Temple, take a short detour along the other side of the Uji River, and you can go to #Ujigami Shrine and #Uji Shrine nearby, as well as the #Genji Monogatari Museum. These scenic spots are not big. It is quite pleasant to walk along the Uji River and Daikiyama trails to feel the breath of the green mountains and forests. You can also overlook the Byodo-in Temple across the river bank, which gives you a unique feeling of leisure. Although Ujigami Shrine is small and ancient, it is listed as a World Cultural Heritage and has the oldest shrine building in Japan. Like Uji Shrine, it has cute rabbit ema and red seals. The most beautiful angle for taking photos is the short section of maple forest trail leading from the torii gate to the stone bridge of the shrine. Decorated with fresh green maple leaves, the whole person feels refreshed. On the Uji River side of Byodo-in Temple, there are quite a few shops selling all kinds of Uji matcha products, as well as a beautiful Starbucks. However, everyone seems to go to #中村多吉 and drink matcha in the first row with the river view, which is quite nice! #JapanTandian #Ujiattractions #Uji上神社 #Uji神社 #Byodoinin #matcha

The most famous attraction in Uji is the #Byodo-in Temple, which specializes in large-scale blockbusters, especially the #Phoenix Hall that stands on the island in the middle of the lake. It houses the seated statue of Amida Tathagata. It is modeled after the palace in Paradise, with vermilion carved beams and painted pillars, presenting a luxurious and magnificent palace. Pure land world. A pair of gold and bronze phoenixes stand on both ends of the eaves of the nave, wanting to fly high, hence the name Phoenix Hall. Byodo-in is a representative building of the Heian period in Japan. The 10-yen yen note is engraved with Byodo-in, and the phoenix on the 10,000-yen bill is the same phoenix on the roof, which shows the importance of Byodo-in. The entire Byodo-in Temple is mainly composed of the island in the middle of the lake, the Phoenix Hall, the garden, and the Phoenix Pavilion. The route goes around the lake. You can stay for about an hour to walk around and take photos. The lake reflects the reflection of the Phoenix Hall, and the sea of ​​trees on both sides, coupled with the blue sky and white clouds, makes it impossible to leave without taking 100 photos. Finally, leave half an hour to visit the Phoenix Hall. The admission fee for Byodo-in Temple is ¥700. To visit the Phoenix Hall, you need to purchase an additional ¥300 ticket. Each escalator is limited to 50 people, and each escalator lasts 20 minutes. The tour guide is in Japanese, and photos are not allowed inside. It is recommended that after entering Byodo-in Temple, you can go to the ticket office on the right to reserve a guided tour of the Phoenix Hall in one hour. The visit time will be printed on the ticket. After taking pictures of the exterior and garden of Phoenix Hall, it will be easier to visit inside without wasting time waiting. Finally, we can visit the indoor Fengxiang Pavilion to see the national treasures and enjoy the air-conditioning (photography is not allowed inside the pavilion). The Fengxiang Pavilion is a museum built in the later period. It is a building with an above-ground glass structure and underground collections. There are many national treasures in the museum. In addition to the Brahma Bell and the golden and bronze phoenix, there are 26 statues of the Bodhisattva in the Clouds, and some are listed as important. The eleven-faced statue of Guanyin Bodhisattva is a cultural property. In short, I highly recommend a visit to Uji. Visit Byodo-in Temple, Ujigami Shrine or the Tale of Genji Museum, eat the famous Uji matcha, and then relax by the Uji River. The whole trip is a leisurely trip that is very close to nature. #JapanTandian #KyotoAttractions #Uji #Byodo-in Temple #Phoenix Hall #Hoho Shokan #Matcha

Uji Byodoin Located in Uji, Kyoto, it is a world cultural heritage. In 1052 AD, at the beginning of the Dharma Ending Period in Japan, Pure Land belief became popular. Fujiwara no Yorimichi converted his villa into a Buddhist temple and established Amida Hall, now Phoenix Hall, the following year. The remains of the Heian period are reflected in the A-shaped pond in front of the hall, just like the engraving on the front of the ten-yen bill, which still shines brightly under the sunlight. In a chaotic era, people once believed "Believe in Amitabha Buddha and pray for rebirth in paradise" There are many teahouses along Omotesando. The cool autumn air carries a hint of chill. Why not go in and sip a cup of hot tea to savor the tranquility and elegance of the tea ceremony? #japan #travel #culture #kyoto #uji #worldheritage #byodoin #heianperiod #amitabha #coin #matcha #京都 #宇治 #宇治観光 #古都京都の文化產 #世界文化文物 #平定院凤凰堂 #抹茶 Address: 116 Ujirenga, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture Features: Japanese ten-yen stamp, a national treasure of the Pure Land Buddhism, and a phoenix statue representing the Japanese spirit Rating: 5⭐️ Instagram @way_miles_away

Osakaya Market in Uji, Kyoto It is located about 500m from Keihan Uji Station and about 500m from JR Uji The exterior of Osakaya Market, which used to be lined with fish shops, butchers, and delicatessens, has been preserved and has been reborn as a shopping street with a pizza shop, general store, hamburger shop, candy store, gallery, and a cafe in the back✨ It's a wonderful shopping street with a retro atmosphere😊 It's on the way from JR Uji to Byodoin Temple, so please stop by👍 Opening hours 9:00-21:00 Location 41 Uji Myoraku, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture 611-0021 #Kyoto

#Japan Must-visit Check-in Spots #Japan Attractions #Japan In addition to being famous for Matcha, Uji, Kyoto, Hydrangeas are one of its specialties "Mimuroto-ji Temple" in Uji, Kyoto, is the most famous hydrangea spot in Kyoto, it enshrines the Thousand-armed Avalokitesvara, and has a beautiful Japanese dry landscape stone garden and pond garden, Every time the hydrangea season comes, most locals and tourists come to see the hydrangeas #Weekend Tour#Overseas Tour#trip

#japan #kyoto #temples #temple #culture #history #teahouse #japanesefood #heritage Uji is another town in Kyoto that is away from the crowded tourists place but still worth a visit if you are in Kyoto. Uji is located down south andis also know for it's many temples and shrines that grows long histories with it. The 2 must visit temple here is the Byodo In Temple and the Manpuku-Ji temple which is popular among both locals and tourists too! Along the streets of uji, there are many local street food vendors selling traditional Japanese matcha dessert and hand made mochis and even old tea houses established by the locals.

I've got a story to share about my recent trip to Japan, more specifically, a little gem called Byodoin Temple in Uji. So, after a quick train ride from Kyoto, my sister and I found ourselves in Uji. Our stomachs were grumbling, so we refueled with a scrumptious lunch before diving into the temple experience. Byodoin Temple, folks, is a bona fide icon of Japan. The architecture was mind-blowing, with intricate details that seemed to whisper tales of centuries past. We explored the stunning Phoenix Hall, which stood tall and proud amidst a picturesque pond. The tranquil atmosphere made it a perfect spot to reflect and find some inner peace. Visiting Byodoin Temple was one of the highlights of our Japanese escapade. It's a place that not only showcases Japan's rich history but also nourishes the soul. We even bought Omikuji to commemorate our visit to this place! #travel #passionpassport #urbanexplorer #2023travelwish #japan #kyoto

It takes about 10 to 15 minutes to walk from Uji Station to the destination. However, the scenery and buildings along the way are very interesting. You can enjoy them slowly and take photos as much as you want. After visiting Uji Kami Shrine, you can also walk along the tree-lined trail beside the Uji River and enjoy the beauty of the Uji River along the way. After crossing the bridge, not far away is Uji Matcha Street. Drink some matcha, take a break, and enjoy the matcha time.

Kansai Travel Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture It is recommended that you come and take a walk Even the train seats are matcha colored. The whole street is filled with matcha specialty shops Every shop is antique There's actually a Starbucks here too Of course it’s also a matcha theme store After visiting Matcha Street Just walk a little further and you'll be there. Japan’s famous Byodo-in Temple There is also a museum inside beautiful scenery It makes people feel relaxed and refreshed after walking around I just sigh that there is not enough time. How I wish I could stay a few more days

Kyoto Uji can be said to be a paradise for matcha lovers. There is a famous matcha shop here that has been around for more than 180 years: Ito Kyuemon, which sells all kinds of matcha, including tea leaves, matcha brewing bags, various biscuits and desserts. I almost went crazy and bought a lot 👍🏻, which is a great souvenir ❤️🇯🇵 #美食 #foodie #日本 #京都 #宇治

nowadays, more and more hong kongiers are becoming homsick for this second home - Japan. One of the key reasons is that japanese culture is so kind and friendly , offering a variety of delicious cuisine and different attraction spots. due to epidemic, we trapped in hong kong, we only reflect our memories by these throwback photos. Hopefully, we can travel soon. #境外遊

I went to Ujikami Shrine, which has the world's oldest Shinto architecture⛩ The main hall was built in the late Heian period and is registered as a World Heritage Site🌏 In the precincts, one of the seven famous springs of Uji, Kirihara Water, springs out! Some of the goshuin are written in gold, so if you have a goshuin book, it's a must-see💫 It's within walking distance from the station, so if you get off at Uji Station, be sure to stop by🥰 There are few slopes, so it's also recommended for families with children🌼 #Kyoto #Amazing views #Secret summer resort #Uji #Summer trip #Amazing views #Trip with children #Japan Genki Project 2021

Japan trip in Kyoto Visiting one of the world heritage sites called “Byodoin” in Kyoto, Japan. The collaboration of the red from the gorgeous ancient building and the blue from sky is superb. There are many more historical temples and shrines around Kyoto which are so distinctive to one another. Come and discover them with your own eyes someday😊 #japan #historicallandmarks #autumn #unforgettableexperiences#historicculture

#tripaway away from the tourist crowd. I found myself in Uji where the best matcha came from. Of cause I have to take the chance to indulge. #matcha #uji #japan #tea #tripaway

The spring and summer time in Kyoto Uji is a small fresh green ~ beaten card Kyoto net red tea shop Mocha Republic, made a perfume look, super refined, but the weight is too small! The whole town is faint and very quiet, even the restaurant is the matcha series of food, very light, is a good place to enjoy life ~ recommended must taste matcha ice cream and matcha companion Hand gift, bring you the freshest memories!

#favouriteitinerary We decided to order more to enhance our meal. The saba sashimi arrives, its fresh slices of mackerel delicately placed on the plate. The fish is tender and flavorful, with a slight richness that pairs perfectly with a touch of soy sauce and wasabi. Next, we enjoy the fried Chinese yam, golden and crispy on the outside, while the inside remains soft and creamy. The subtle sweetness of the yam contrasts beautifully with the savory flavors of the meal. Both dishes add a delightful variety of textures and tastes, making our dinner even more satisfying and memorable.

A must-visit small town in Japan, Uji, near Kyoto. It's just a 25-minute trip from Kyoto, making it easy to get to, and I loved the relaxed vibe of this small town. Here are some places to visit in Uji. Have a great trip! 😆 📍Cafe Biyori A cute cafe with a retro charm. There's a famous cafe called Nakamura Tokichi Byodoin, known for its matcha desserts, but it was really crowded.. There are many quiet and beautiful local cafes, so I recommend just looking around and visiting one of these cafes instead. 📍Yun Dong-ju Poet Memorial and Reconciliation Monument A must-visit place for Koreans. It was nice to visit along with the Amagase Cloud Bridge. 📍Byodoin A building depicted on the Japanese 10 yen coin. A UNESCO World Heritage Site that has never been damaged by fire.

#japantrip #travel #thingstodo #kyoto #japan #shopping #matcha #uji If you love matcha and Japanese craftsmanship, shopping in Uji’s main district is an experience you won’t want to miss. As the birthplace of Japan’s finest green tea, the area is lined with historic teahouses and specialty shops, offering everything from freshly ground matcha to handmade ceramics and traditional sweets. Walking along Byodo-in Omotesando Street, I couldn’t resist trying a matcha-flavored soft serve while browsing beautifully packaged teas—perfect as gifts or souvenirs. Just a short train ride from Kyoto, Uji’s charming shopping streets are a tea lover’s paradise and a perfect stop for anyone looking to bring home a taste of Japan!