Chagenkyo (Wazuka Town)
A land of tea and culture with verdant vistas to soothe the soul.
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In the Kyoto Infused with Tea area, with its long history as an Uji tea producing region, you'll have a chance to experience the history, culture, and cuisine of Japanese tea through various tea activities. There are plenty of places to see cherry blossoms and fall leaves, along with highlights such as historical cultural heritages. We will introduce to you the various charms of the Kyoto Infused with Tea area.
| From Kyoto Station to Uji Station | Approx. 20 min |
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| From Kyoto Station to Yawatashi Station | Approx. 35 min |
| From Kyoto Station to Kamo Station | Approx. 50 min |
Recommended sightseeing spots
These verdant tea fields lining the mountains are called the birthplace of tea, and the sight of them is a symbol of the area. Visitors can enjoy tea activities, seasonal fruit picking, traditional cuisine brimming with seasonal ingredients, and specialties such as curry made from Uji green tea.
Must-See Sights
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Cherry blossoms and Autumn leaves
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Omido Kannonji Temple The temple and garden compliment the beautiful scenery |
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Sewaritei Embankment Best time to visit for cherry blossoms:From early April To mid-April |
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Jizo Zen-in Temple Jizo Zen-in Temple gives a sweeping view over the plains of Ide town |
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Uji River To-no-shima, Tachibana-jima Best time to visit for cherry blossoms:Early April |
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Yamanami Hall Double cherry blossoms bloom in the parking lot of the hall |
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Keihanna Commemorative Park The 24-hectare site is home to about 380 cherry trees |
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Joruri-ji Temple Best time to visit for autumn leaves:From mid-November To late November |
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Kosho-ji Temple Best time to visit for autumn leaves:From late November To early December |
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Mt. Kasagi Best time to visit for autumn leaves:From early November To mid-November |
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Okadakamo Shrine Best time to visit for autumn leaves:From early November To mid-November |
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Kaijusenji Temple Best time to visit for autumn leaves:From early November To mid-November |
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Gansenji Temple Best time to visit for autumn leaves:From mid-November To late November |
Dining & Local Specialties
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Sweets
Activities
Fruits picking
Main matsuri (festivals) and events
Cormorant fishing is a traditional fishing method where trained cormorants hunt for river fish from boats. You can see this traditional skill from a boat yourself on the Ujigawa River in summer. Joyo City is illuminated in winter by 700,000 lights in a light pageant.
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