Accommodation Around Koshoji Temple, Uji

Ready for an education in local botany? Byodo-in Temple should make your list of places to visit, located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from central Uji. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Furitsu Uji Park and Tea and Uji Town Historical Park, both a short walk away.

Find out about the history of Uji with a stop at Ujigami Shrine. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

Find out about the history of Uji when you spend time at Uji Shrine. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Explore the great outdoors at Furitsu Uji Park, a lovely green space in Uji. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

If museums are on your list of things to see in Uji, then you might want to head to Tale of Genji Museum. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to see more of the museums in Uji, you can easily walk to Byodo-in Hoshokan Museum.

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to Agata Shrine – just one of the monuments located 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from the centre of Kyoto. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.