From Kyoto Uji Matcha and Fushimi Sake Private Day Tour

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

Explore the rich traditions of Fushimi sake and Uji matcha on this private 10-hour tour from Kyoto. Begin at the iconic Fushimi Inari Taisha, walking through the famous vermilion torii gates. Discover the historic sake breweries of Fushimi, where you can browse shops and learn about the brewing process. Then, visit Uji’s UNESCO-listed Byodo-in Temple and the beautiful Mimurotoji, known for its seasonal gardens. Enjoy free time in Uji’s tea streets for shopping and sampling delicious matcha treats.

- Private, air-conditioned transportation with an English-speaking driver-guide
- Visit key cultural sites like Fushimi Inari, Byodo-in Temple, and Mimurotoji
- Ample free time for exploration and shopping in traditional tea streets
- Experience the unique blend of sake and matcha heritage in one day

What's Included

Wi-Fi on board, subject to vehicle availability.
Basic matcha experiences
Hotel pickup and drop-off within kyoto city.
Air-conditioned vehicle.
Thirty minutes of free waiting time from the scheduled pickup time.
Basic route support based on selected duration and confirmed stops.
Highway tolls
Fuel fees.
One baby infant seat is provided free of charge per booking.
Private vehicle service according to the selected option.
Parking fees
Meals and drinks.
Personal expenses.
Extra stops not confirmed in advance.
Out-of-area pickup or drop-off.
Admission tickets.
Night service from 22:00 to 07:00 incurs an additional fee of JPY 2,000 for all services.
Overtime: JPY 5,000/hour for up to 14 seats
Professional licensed guide service, unless separately booked and confirmed.
Sake tastings and brewery experiences unless the separate sake experience add-on is selected.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup is available from hotels, accommodations, Kyoto Station, other train stations, or agreed pickup points within Kyoto city. Please provide the exact pickup address, hotel or building name, entrance details, preferred pickup time, passenger count, luggage quantity, and a reachable phone number or WhatsApp after booking.

For hotel pickup, please wait in the lobby or at the main entrance at the confirmed time. For station pickup, provide the station name, arrival time, train details if applicable, and preferred exit. For apartments or private accommodations, provide the full address and clear entrance instructions.

The driver will wait for up to 30 minutes free of charge from the scheduled pickup time.Waiting beyond 30 minutes or tour time exceeding the selected 10-hour duration may require an additional fee of JPY 5,000 per hour.

Please keep your phone or WhatsApp reachable on the tour day. If the pickup information is incorrect or incomplete, or the driver cannot contact you, the tour may not operate as scheduled.

Pickup and drop-off locations may be adjusted when stopping or parking is restricted by hotels, stations, traffic conditions, or local regulations.

The standard pickup and drop-off area is Kyoto city. Out-of-area pickup or drop-off must be requested and confirmed in advance.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

    Visit the shrine’s main precincts and walk through the famous Senbon Torii gates. The standard visit focuses on the lower shrine area rather than hiking to the summit, allowing sufficient time for the Fushimi sake district and Uji matcha portion of the tour.

    1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Fushimi Sake Village

    Explore Fushimi’s historic brewing neighborhood, known for its traditional sake breweries, wooden buildings, canals, and white-walled warehouses.Depending on opening hours and availability, guests may visit a sake museum or brewery shop and purchase an optional tasting. Guests consuming alcohol must meet Japan’s legal drinking-age requirements.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Byodo-in Temple Museum Hoshokan

    Visit Uji’s UNESCO-listed Byodo-in Temple and admire Phoenix Hall across the pond.The visit may include the temple grounds and museum. Interior entry to Phoenix Hall requires separate on-site registration and is subject to operating hours, capacity limits, and availability.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Mimuroto-ji Temple

    Explore this hillside temple in Uji and its seasonal gardens.The scenery changes throughout the year. Seasonal flowers and autumn colors are natural features and cannot be guaranteed. Some areas include slopes, stone paths, and steps.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Uji

    Enjoy free time in Uji’s traditional tea-shopping district.Browse long-established tea shops, purchase Uji tea, try matcha desserts, select a café, take photographs, or enjoy a short walk near the Uji River.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by kansai holiday

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Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Walking Tours
Coffee & Tea Tours
Sake Tasting
Car Tours
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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