Rickshaw Tour of Uji: Local Insights and Scenic Views

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the tea town of Uji from a traditional rickshaw, pulled and guided by a trained local who shares the area's history and tea culture. Roll across the Uji Bridge, one of Japan's three oldest, past Uji Shrine and Ujigami Shrine, and up Kotozaka, the maple-lined stone slope that leads to Kosho-ji. Your guide stops for photos at the best spots along the way. Choose your length: 90 minutes includes a visit inside Ujigami Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; 120 minutes visits the Zen temple Kosho-ji instead; 150 minutes includes both. Each rickshaw seats two people, so parties of three or four book the two-rickshaw option.

- Ride a traditional rickshaw pulled by a trained local guide
- Cross the Uji Bridge, one of Japan's three oldest bridges
- Visit Ujigami Shrine (90 min), Kosho-ji Zen temple (120 min) or both (150 min)
- Photo stops at the town's best viewpoints, taken by your guide
- Private for your group; two rickshaws available for parties of three or four

What's Included

Private transportation
Meals
Optional admission to the Kosho-ji temple hall, payable on site

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
宇治町道路元標

A rickshaw driver will be waiting for you in the square in front of the intersection. Look for the rickshaw.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Ujibashi Bridge (Pass by)

    We will cross the Uji Bridge, one of Japan’s three oldest and most famous bridges.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Ujigami Shrine

    You can visit Ujigami Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and worship at its national treasure, the worship hall, as well as the main hall — the oldest existing Shinto shrine architecture in Japan.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Uji Shrine (Pass by)

    This shrine is famous for its enshrined deity, Uji no Wakiiratsuko, and the “Looking-Back Rabbit” statue.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Koshoji Temple

    Roll up Kotozaka, the stone-paved slope lined with maples that leads to Kosho-ji, one of Japan's oldest Soto Zen temples. We stop for photos at the foot of the slope; entering the temple hall is optional (JPY 500, not included).

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
Supplied by 宇治 忍者屋の人力車観光
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Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Tuk Tuk Tours
Additional fees

Cancellation Policy

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

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