If you want to learn about Uji tea and the history and culture of Uji, this is the perfect place to start.
With the rich history of Uji, the park is located among several historical sites, including the Uji-bashi Bridge and the Ujinowakiiratsuko Gobo tomb, housing the historic site Ujigawataikotsutsumiato (remains of the dike of Uji River that were constructed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi).
At the Communication Center of Tea and Uji Land called Chazuna, you can enjoy the museum and various experience programs related to Uji and Uji tea. Chazuna also has a museum shop, restaurant, observation terrace, and so on. The modernized Uji Meishozue (a compilation of the Edo-period pictures depicting the sights of Uji) on a large 4K HD screen is a must-see. The experience programs include matcha making from leaf-grinding, tea caddy making, tea leaf picking, and more. Through these activities, you can connect with the local people, history, and culture of Uji.
Chazuna offers various sightseeing information, too. This information and your own experiences will make your exploration of Uji even more interesting.
- Tel
- 0774-24-2700
- Address
- 203-1 Todo Maruyama, Uji City, Kyoto
- Access
- About 4 min. on foot from Uji Station (Keihan Uji Line)
About 12 min. on foot from Uji Station (JR Nara Line)
- Business Hours
- 9:00am - 5:00pm (Last admission: 4:30pm)
Open year-round
- Price
- General: 600 yen
Child (elementary, junior high and high school): 300 yen
Younger child: free
(Experience program prices vary according to their content) - Parking
- Paid parking available (73 cars)
8:00am - 11:00pm
