Slow Cycling Tour at Uji's Matcha Green Tea Fields and Heritage
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
What‘s Included
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)
Options
Slow Cycling Tour at Uji's Matcha Green Tea Fields and Heritage
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Bromoton Slow Cycling Kyoto Tour
HowTraveler,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing tour with Takashi. He was a great guide! We enjoyed visiting museum and then seeing both historical and scenic sites in Uji. Our stop for lunch was delicious (vegan restaurant & gluten free). After lunch more cycling. We ended the tour with matcha drink. Fabulous day. Would highly recommend AWA-RE Inc!
Amazing trip around Uji
M2702IMrichardk,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Takashi was an amazing guide! We did a private tour (just me and my wife) and he did an excellent job guiding us around, explaining the history, showing us the most scenic spots, and generally ensuring we had a great time. For English speakers, this tour is especially recommend as he took us through places and explained things very well. Tour started at 1000 and we finished at about 1500.
Uji by bike is the best
R7891FDandye,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I were in Uji for only a couple of days and wanted a way to get some exercise and see more of the city and its amazing sights. This bike tour was the perfect fit! Our tour group was small and intimate which made the stops fun. Our guide was excellent. He knew so much about the area and answered all of our questions to help us understand this beautiful city better. Highly recommend this tour for your next trip to Uji. Don’t miss it!
Fun tour with Takashi
499saffroni,,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour with Takashi was fun and interesting. He’s an excellent tour guide and is fun to be with. The Uji Matcha Museum gave insight as to Uji’s significance in all things tea. Takashi took me to several temples and provided understanding of how Shinto and Buddhist beliefs infuse the lives of Japanese people. I was the only one on the tour which was lucky for me since I felt a bit wobbly on the bike so we could switch to walking. After we were done I wanted to try a matcha drink. Takashi took me to a lovely tea shop off the main street that I never would have found on my own.
A Highlight of our Trip
Arianne B,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are looking for something unique to do tour wise on your Japan Trip, then this is highly recommended. What a wonderful time it was to bike around Uji with our guide Takashi, who would inform us of all the areas we stopped at. UNESCO world heritage sights, museums, and even give insight on places to get great souvenirs and treats! It's definitely a welcomed break from walking around as well, while still being able to get a full day in!
Great bike trip in Uji!
Tom E,,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour of Uji on bikes. We got to tour the tea museum, then visited shrines and temples. Very friendly and professional
Wonderful and Informative
L847MAbriannam,,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour around Uji. Stops at the museum, multiple shrines and temples, and a nice bike ride along the river. Would recommend!
My favourite tour in Japan!
Connector14296397051,,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I’m coming to the end of my travels in Japan (Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto) and this was my favourite tour of the whole trip! As a big matcha fan, I was very excited to visit the famous Uji. It was so much fun riding the Brompton bike - we cycled at a relaxed pace, down quiet streets and along the river, amid the backdrop of lush green mountains. The scenery was stunning and Takashi introduced some beautiful spots (river views, temples, shrines and matcha cafe) that I would never have discovered by myself. Takashi shared lots of history about the area, and answered all my questions - especially in the Tea and Byodo-in museums where some of the exhibitions were only in Japanese. The day absolutely whizzed by and I was sad when it ended, as I was having such a wonderful time. Takashi recommended a great matcha shop for me to visit afterwards, where I bought some authentic matcha goodies. Thanks Takashi, and I hope to take another Brompton tour when I next visit Japan!
Enjoy the beauty of Uji on this slow cycling tour!
Curious441330,,Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This off-the-beaten path tour was delightful, even in hot summer weather! Riding along the river on shady paths, learning about tea cultivation, visiting peaceful temples and shrines (not overcrowded with visitors!) made for a wonderful way to experience Uji. Takashi was a very kind, knowledgable and patient guide, whose background in history enriched our trip! He took the time to answer all of our questions as he took us around each site- we appreciate how he shared his passion for biking and Japanese culture. I highly recommend this bike tour!
Extraordinary experience
merci petitgourmand,,Jun 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolute MUST-DO! An unforgettable experience with Takashi who is the kindest guide. We loved visiting the tea museum together and had such a beautiful day spent touring Uji and experiencing the magic of hidden temples and breathtaking landscape. We were there during cherry blossom season and it was marvelous. Takashi took his time to introduce us to a number of historic sites and precious viewpoints. Thank you so much, Takashi-san, you are a treasure and so is your tour.
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