Uji Tea Ceremony and UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Delve into Uji's captivating culture and history on this exclusive walking tour. Visit the UNESCO-listed Byodoin Temple, renowned for its architectural beauty and historical allure. Participate in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony at Taihoan, the birthplace of Japan's green tea, where you'll learn the intricacies of this revered practice. Enjoy scenic strolls across picturesque suspension bridges and explore sacred sites like Uji Shrine and Ujigami Shrine. Conclude your journey with a taste of Uji's famed green tea and local delicacies, making this tour a perfect blend of culture, tradition, and scenic beauty.

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‘s Included

30 minutes Tea Ceremony

English speaking Guide

Entrance Fees to Byodo-in

Personal Expenses

Hotel Pick up and Drop off

What To Expect

Byodoin Temple

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site and admire its stunning Phoenix Hall, rich with over 1,000 years of history

1 hour • Admission Included

Engage in an authentic Japanese tea ceremony, learning the art of tea preparation in its birthplace.

40 minutes • Admission Included

Options

Private Tour

Small Group Tour

Reviews

4.88

16 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A very rewarding morning in Uji with Naoki.
Ludovic R,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Naoki is perfectly bilingual English which facilitates exchanges. He is committed to explaining Japanese culture in a spirit of openness to others. He is a very beautiful person who we can guess has many things to pass on. We spent a very rewarding morning with him. Thank you Naoki!
Uji visit on a rainy day
Navigator541053,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Very friendly guide. full of interesting information!! Uji is a must visit for matcha tea lovers. lots of shops selling matcha and sencha. I had a great day!
Lovely day in Uji
lavendelkardemomme,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My mom and I had a great time in Uji with our guide, Raphael. The tour was well planned with a comfortable pace and good selection of locations. Raphael was very friendly and a pleasure to talk to! He gave us a lot of insight we would have missed had we travelled on our own. We particularly appreciated all the interesting facts he shared about Byodoin Temple and how its interior has changed over time. The tea ceremony was lovely, and the ladies who hosted it were so sweet. We highly recommend this tour!
Great Uni overview
William F,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
The tea ceremony party was very short. The rest of it was seeing the area, including temple and museum, and the guide was great!
Uji's history and Tea ceremony
Biro M,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tour guide was friendly, very informative and interesting to talk to since he knew a lot. I would certanly recommend!
Great Tea & Tour
ebirney821,
Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nobumasa Miyake was absolutely wonderful! He was very knowledgeable and also took the time to explain everything with ease. We took a heavier walking tour, but it went by quickly as our guide was so informative and fun! We recommend Miya without any hesitation!
Temple and Tea Time with the Family
ccbccb3,
Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Matsui was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed our tour of the temple and the tea ceremony. He was our favorite tour guide in Japan.
Great tour
Katherine T,
Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a very interesting and informative tour in a beautiful area. Definitely recommend this tour. Our guide was great, the tea ceremony was nice and I appreciated the other beautiful stops. Thank you!
Uji Heritage Walk
Sherpa34233695580,
Jun 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing insights to the UNESCO heritage sites. Be prepared to walk but it’s worth while. Our guide is Mr Miyake, is great. He’s 77 years old able to bring us around effortlessly. I’m amazed. Highly recommended. Even the tea ceremony is interesting.
Tour guide was very...
Stephanie S,
Jun 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Tour guide was very knowledgeable, funny and very kind. We learned a lot during the tour, both history and culture.