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Uji / Matcha heaven

MeowScore 🙀103/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

October

Experience the rich and authentic tea culture of Uji during the Tea Festival.

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january

Visit to see the breathtaking New Year decorations at Ujigami Shrine!

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february

Experience the romantic atmosphere of cherry blossoms in full bloom at Byodo-in Temple

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march

Taste the fresh and fragrant first harvest of the year at Wazuka Tea Farms

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april

Join the Ujigami Shrine Festival, a lively and colorful celebration that dates back to the Heian period

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may

Enjoy the tranquility of the lush green surroundings while partaking in a tea ceremony at Taihoan

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june

Stroll along the picturesque Uji River and savor some refreshing Uji matcha shaved ice

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july

Cool off from the summer heat with a refreshing dip in the Uji River and spot fireflies at night

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august

Attend the Obon Festival and see the impressive firework display over the Uji River

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september

Take a scenic hike to the top of Mt. Daigo and admire the autumn foliage

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october

Visit during the Uji Tea Festival and sample various types of delicious tea made from the local tea leaves

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november

Attend the Momiji Matsuri and see the mesmerizing beauty of Uji's autumn colors

🎉
december

Celebrate the countdown to the new year with locals at Uji's historical night market

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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As a visiting cat, I find Uji to be moderately expensive. The prices for souvenirs and food are reasonable, but accommodations can be pricier than expected.

To save money, try staying at a hostel or AirBnB and visit local markets for fresh and affordable produce.

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

matcha and temples

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

matcha and temples

Uji is famous for its green tea and historic temples, making it a popular day trip destination from Kyoto.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Japan

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Japan

Cash is preferred and splitting the bill is not common. Don't tip, instead say 'gochisosama deshita' (thank you for the meal)

internet situation

great Speed

Relatively fast speeds for a small city

excellent Availability

High availability of Wi-Fi hotspots

great Cellular

Good coverage across major networks

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking possible

Well-developed infrastructure

walkable

Green & historic

LGBTQ tolerated

Acceptable

Catnip for history buffs - ancient temples, shrines and tea ceremonies.

Purrfect for nature lovers - tranquil bamboo forests and picturesque river walks.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Ujigawa River
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Uji Tea Plantations
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Uji Bridge
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Ujigami Shrine
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Byodo-in Temple

The mainstream

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Ujigawa River

A peaceful river lined with cherry trees, a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing in spring. The paw-sibilities are endless!

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Uji Tea Plantations

Fields of green tea plants that make for a purr-fect photo opportunity. Get a taste of the freshest tea, meow-vellous!

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Uji Bridge

A historic wooden bridge over the Uji River, perfect for a leisurely stroll paws-ibly followed by a fish feast!

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Ujigami Shrine

A small but historic shrine, considered to be the oldest wooden shrine in Japan and a National Treasure. Meow-gnificent!

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Byodo-in Temple

A UNESCO World Heritage Site with a beautiful Phoenix Hall reflecting on a peaceful pond. Perfect for a serene cat nap.

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Off the beaten path

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Uji River Cruise
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Mimuroto-ji Temple
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Ocha no Jikan Tea House
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Ujigami Shrine
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Byodoin Temple

Off the beaten path

🌿
Uji River Cruise

A scenic boat ride through the lush greenery of Uji. 🚣

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Mimuroto-ji Temple

A peaceful temple complex with vibrant seasonal flowers and a serene pond. 🌺

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Ocha no Jikan Tea House

A cozy, traditional tea house where cats are welcome. 🐱

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📜
Ujigami Shrine

The oldest surviving shrine in Japan, dating back over 1000 years. 🏯

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🌸
Byodoin Temple

A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring a stunning hall and beautiful garden. 🏯

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biking possible

Well-developed infrastructure

walkable

Green & historic

LGBTQ tolerated

Acceptable

Mindful meoweler tips

Uji Tea History

Uji's tea culture is an integral part of Japanese history. Visit the Tsuen tea house, founded in 1160, to learn about the tea-making process and experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony (rito).

Byodoin Temple

Byodoin Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous for its stunning phoenix hall. It is also featured on the Japanese 10 yen coin.

Fushimi-Inari Shrine

Take a short train ride to Fushimi-Inari Shrine, a shrine dedicated to the god of rice and sake. Take a hike through the famous thousands of torii gates (shinto gateways) in the forested Mount Inari.

Green Tea Ice Cream

Most dessert places in Uji offer green tea ice cream made with high-quality matcha powder, a must-try for any cat with a sweet tooth.

Ujigami Shrine

Ujigami Shrine is the oldest shrine in Japan. It is said to date back to the 11th century and is another UNESCO World Heritage site located in Uji.

Useful external sites

www.city.uji.kyoto.jp/visit/index.html

Uji City Official Tourism Website↗

Official website for tourism in Uji. Provides information on places to visit and things to do in Uji.

www.japan-guide.com/e/e3945.html

Japan-Guide: Uji↗

A comprehensive travel guide for Uji, includes information on attractions, transportation, and accommodations.

www.uji-matcha.jp/en

Uji Matcha - All About Uji Tea↗

A website dedicated to Uji green tea, providing visitors with information on the history and culture of Uji tea as well as information on tea shops and experiences in Uji.

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