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Uji in 2-3 Hours: A Quick Guide to Byodoin Temple and Matcha Experience

Experience Uji's UNESCO World Heritage Byodoin Temple in a compact 2-3 hour tour. This efficient guide includes the historic Uji Bridge and authentic matcha sweets along Byodoin's temple approach.

Kyoto

Uji City

Tourism

Travel Plans
The Art of Japanese Tea: A Connoisseur's Guide to Green Tea, Gyokuro, and More | Understanding Temperature, Taste, and Tradition

Explore the rich world of Japanese tea, from premium Gyokuro to everyday Sencha. Learn the science behind brewing temperatures, distinctive characteristics of each tea type, and traditional preparation methods that maximize flavor and aroma.

Japanese history and culture

Japanese Tea
Uji Matcha Guide: Best Cafes, Tea Houses & Sweet Spots in Kyoto's Tea Capital

Explore 4 distinct areas in Uji, Japan's matcha paradise. Complete guide to traditional tea houses, trendy cafes, and sweet shops, plus a perfect sightseeing route combining UNESCO sites.

Kyoto

Uji City

Gourmet

Cafe
Sweets
Travel Plans
Japanese Tea
Experience 500-Year-Old Japanese Tea Culture: Mitsuboshien Kanbayashi Sannyu, Kyoto's Legendary Matcha House in Uji

Founded in 1522, this iconic tea house in Kyoto's Uji serves premium matcha and traditional sweets. Experience authentic tea ceremonies and matcha grinding using rare $600/kg green tea at Mitsuboshien Kanbayashi Sannyu.

Kyoto

Uji City

Gourmet

Cafe
Sweets
Japanese Tea
Uji Bridge: The 1300-Year Legacy of Japan's Most Ancient Bridge in Kyoto

Discover Japan's oldest bridge and its 1300-year heritage. Experience stunning views at different times of day, historic water-drawing rituals, and nearby attractions including Byodoin Temple and traditional tea houses.

Kyoto

Uji City

Tourism

Important Cultural Landscape
A Walking Guide to Uji Bridge: Exploring the Unique Details of Japan's Ancient Bridge

Take a close-up look at Uji Bridge's exquisite ornaments and hidden viewpoints. Our walking guide reveals the stunning details of this ancient Japanese architectural masterpiece.

Kyoto

Uji City

Tourism

Important Cultural Landscape
Complete Guide to Byodoin Temple: A UNESCO World Heritage Masterpiece in Uji, Kyoto

Discover Byodoin Temple, an architectural marvel from Japan's Heian period. This UNESCO site showcases the iconic Phoenix Hall, treasured Buddhist art, and authentic Uji tea experiences. Includes visiting hours, admission fees, and access guide.

Kyoto

Uji City

Tourism

World Heritage Sites
Temple
Nationally designated Places of Scenic Beauty
National Historic Site
National Treasure
A Journey Through Time: Exploring Byodoin Temple's Timeless Phoenix Hall

Step inside Kyoto's UNESCO World Heritage site Byodoin Temple, where the majestic Phoenix Hall has stood for a millennium. Experience the vermillion architecture that brings paradise to earth.

Kyoto

Uji City

Tourism

World Heritage Sites
Temple
Nationally designated Places of Scenic Beauty
National Historic Site
National Treasure
Yugi Castle Ruins: Historic Samurai Fortress Transformed into a Sacred Buddhist Temple in Tokyo

Discover the ancient Yugi Castle ruins and Eirinji Temple in western Tokyo. Once a strategic samurai stronghold, this site has evolved into a magnificent Buddhist temple complex featuring grand gates and a three-story pagoda.

Tokyo

Hachioji City

Tourism

Japanese castle
Hachioji Castle Ruins: Complete Visitor's Guide to Tokyo's Spectacular Mountain Fortress

Explore the historic Hachioji Castle ruins, a 16th-century mountain fortress near Tokyo. Our guide covers hiking trails, viewpoints, access information, and on-site facilities including free guided tours and parking.

Tokyo

Hachioji City

Tourism

Japanese castle
100 famous castles in Japan
National Historic Site
Japan Heritage

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