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4 hours 30 minutes
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Uji, south of Kyoto, is famous for its matcha (powdered green tea) and other tea products, and is also home to many historic temples and shrines dating back over 1,000 years. This tour takes you on a leisurely tour of this fascinating city on a BROMPTON bicycle with a local navigator.
・The tour is a great way to visit places that are otherwise inaccessible by riding with a navigator who knows the local area inside out.
・Slow cycling is an easy way for people who are not confident about their physical fitness to take part.
・All equipment for riding is provided, so you don't need to bring anything.
・The tour is also a great way to enjoy local food at speciality shops.
・The tour course can be arranged according to your wishes.
・You can take photos with your stylish BROMPTON bike.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tea and Uji Town Exchange Center Chazuna is a place where visitors can learn about Kyoto's tea culture and history. By visiting this place, you can learn more about Japanese tea culture.
Uji Shrine
Uji Shrine is a historic shrine with a history of more than 1,700 years and is believed to be beneficial for academic and childbirth success.
English Guide
Bicycle equipment such as helmets, Bags for wheeled transport, etc.
Bicycle rental fee
Exclusive navigator fee
Insurance fee (option 500 yen)
For refreshments during the tour, the accompanying navigator will suggest restaurants according to the customer's wishes.
Tea and Uji Town Exchange Centre Chazuna Entrance fee (option 600 yen)
Byodoin Phoenix Hall entrance fees (option 700 yen)
35 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Evan V,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
Incredible bike trip through all of the sites of Uji. Fantastic, very knowledgeable guide who took lots of photos for us during our trip! He took us to a lot of sites we wouldn’t have known to go to. The bikes were so easy to ride and so fun — this was the best part of our time in Kyoto and helped make our honeymoon so special.
南智,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
I went to Uji many times, but it was a very educational tour with so many places I didn’t know!
Seaside08740198201,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
★★★★★ From 10am to 3pm, we joined a tour of about 12km by bike. It was a very fulfilling time because I was able to travel around a lot of places efficiently even in a short time because I was on a bicycle. I was able to visit the usual spots such as Uji Shrine and Byodo-in Temple Phoenix Hall, and enjoyed the city of Uji with the ease of a bicycle. One of the most impressive exhibits was the history and production method of tea in Chazunade. Our guide Takashi explained in great detail, and I was able to get to the background which I couldn't understand just by looking at it. Lunch was served at a restaurant along the river, with a nice view and a very pleasant time. At teatime, I also had a soft serve ice cream made with specially selected roasted matcha tea, which smelled really good and was excellent. I went to Amagase Dam on the way, but it was a very quiet and pleasant place with very few tourists. It was comfortable in the right climate for cycling, with lots of shade along the way. Brompton's stylish bicycles are also very nice and photogenic. This tour is highly recommended so that you can fully enjoy the charms of Uji in a short time.







acov91,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Uji was beautiful and I couldn’t think of a better way to explore it than slowly biking through the city!
EmmaElizabeth1,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Really great tour! We saw so many beautiful shrines and did a really fun and relaxing bike ride. Would highly recommend :)
Jet803860,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
宇治を「抹茶」という物語で紐解きながら、とことん深く案内してくれます。 川沿いのサイクリングも気持ちよく、 とてもおすすめです。 A very experienced guide takes you through Uji through the story of matcha. Cycling along the river feels great. Highly recommended.





Mobile45827821408,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
This tour is recommended for those who think Uji is one of the famous cities for tea. It made me realize that matcha has such a deep and long history, and it changed my view of Uji. The lunch shop is nice too! It was hideaway and tasted good. The guides had a deep knowledge of the subject and enjoyed it.
miharu2026,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Half day participation, but avoid the crowds We made it run efficiently. Matcha Cafe for lunch is a hideaway Salad with matcha dressing and Roasted green tea (not roasted tea), aure, croissants sandwiches from Ratatouille, a menu that was a little different from other places. Koshoji Temple is famous as a famous temple of the Soto sect, but there are also highlights related to tea I enjoyed it. It goes without saying that Hoo-Dang, the 49-year-old Byodoin, I can see it without an upcharge. Hoshokan (Treasure Museum) is an interesting place to visit for many Bodhisattva greets you in various poses Yes, please. Forty-seven forty-five forty-seven forty-four forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-six forty-seven forty-seven forty-six forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-six forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-six forty-six forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven forty-seven. I felt a lot of affinity for the human aspect.
miwap2021,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
A leisurely cycling tour around the theme of "tea" 🚲 From the role played by the water of the Uji River, the history of Uji loved by the Heian aristocracy, to Japanese culture including the tea ceremony. I enjoyed it while admiring the depth of the guide's knowledge! Cycling along the Uji River was the most pleasant.




O8011ABcamilab,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time biking around Uji and learning about their matcha production and the cities history. Highly recommend the tour for anyone visiting!!
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