Brompton Bike Tour - Experience Uji Culture in Kyoto
Discover ancient temples, scenic river views, and famous matcha on our Uji culture bike tour. Ride a premium Brompton bike at a relaxed pace with a local guide to explore a picturesque town filled with over 1,000 years of history located just south of Kyoto.
- 240 Min
- 2-6 Participants
- Kyoto
- Easy
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Experience Overview
Located just south of Kyoto, the picturesque town of Uji is famous for its tea—particularly matcha—and boasts a rich history with temples and shrines dating back over 1,000 years. This 4-hour experience allows you to explore the town at a relaxed pace while riding a Brompton bike alongside a local guide.
Your journey perfectly blends arts, culture, and nature. You will ride along a quiet nature trail beside the Uji River to take in views of the valley, offering a peaceful break from the busy pace of Kyoto city. Along the way, you will discover Kyoto’s tea history, visit centuries-old Zen temples and sacred shrines, cross scenic bridges, and finally return to the city to explore a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Your Experience & Highlights
What to Expect on Your Uji Culture Bike Tour
Museums & Tea History
Spend 30 minutes at the Tea Museum and Uji Town Community Center to learn about Kyoto's deep tea culture and history
Ancient Shrines & Zen Temples
Visit a 1,700-year-old shrine known for blessings, see the famous "Kirihara Water" spring, and walk the beautiful stone Kotosaka slope at the 800-year-old Koshoji Temple
Scenic River Nature Trails
Take beautiful photos from Asagiri Bridge, then ride a nature trail beside the Uji River to Amagase Dam for quiet valley views
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Explore Byodo-in Omotesando and the UNESCO World Heritage Site Byodoin Phoenix Hall, topped off with a relaxing cup of tea
Why Choose This Uji Culture Bike Tour
Premium Brompton Bicycles
Explore the picturesque town and nature trails at a relaxed pace on an included Brompton bicycle.
Bilingual Local Guide
Discover the area safely with a live tour guide who offers the experience in both English and Japanese.
Deep Cultural Immersion
Experience a perfect mix of nature, arts, and culture in a town famous for its matcha and 1,000-year-old history
Family & Group Friendly
Enjoy an easy-rated, 4-hour daytime activity that is perfect for couples, groups, and families with participants aged 12 and up
Weather Safety
In the event of heavy rain, frozen roads, or snowfall, we will consult with you to arrange the itinerary or change the time for your safety.
Important Details
Know Before You Go
- Minimum age: 12 years old
- Duration: 4 hours
- Difficulty: Easy
- For the safety of guests and the guide, we may decide to cancel the event in case of heavy rain, frozen roads, or snowfall (taking the rainy season into account).
- Exclusions: Lunch, drinks, Entry/Admission to Uji, an optional insurance fee (500 JPY), and entrance fees for the Tea and Uji Town Exchange Centre Chazuna (600 JPY) and Byodoin Phoenix Hall (700 JPY) are not included in the tour price
- Booking cutoff: 2 days in advance
Cancellation Policy
- 100% cancellation fee if cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- 50% cancellation fee if cancelled 7 days or less before the event
- 0% cancellation fee if cancelled 8 days or less before the event
Meeting Point
AIGURA
〒779-3610 JP Tokushima ５５ Wakimachi Oaza Wakimachi Mima
Please note: Exact location will be sent after confirmed booking. Near Roadside Station Ai Land Udatsu Parking Lot.
