Uji Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A pagoda-style tower with a stepped design, surrounded by gravel, trees, and a red bridge.
A traditional Japanese temple with a reflection in the water, a red bridge, and surrounding greenery.
A traditional Japanese temple with a pond in front, surrounded by trees.
A traditional Japanese temple with multiple pagoda-style roofs, a reflecting pond, and cherry blossoms in the background.
A traditional Japanese temple with red and white buildings reflected in a calm pond, surrounded by trees and under a cloudy sky.

Our guide on where to stay in Uji

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A traditional Japanese temple with a pond in front.

Rokujizō

When in Rokujizō and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fushimi Castle or Manpuku-ji and hop on the metro to see more of the city at JR Rokujizo Station or Rokujizo Station.

Utoro

Notable for its monuments, gardens and river views, Utoro is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Uji. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Nintendo Museum or Aeon Mall Kumiyama.

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$303 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$303
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,183 reviews)
"There are lots of amenities here -like the public bath and the big fancy breakfast- but assume you will need to compete for every resource, from a breakfast table to a shoe locker. The lobby felt like a combination of a college dorm and an airport gate. Things are generally good in your room, and ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
karaksa hotel grande Shin-Osaka Tower

karaksa hotel grande Shin-Osaka Tower

4 out of 5
3-3-24 Miyahara, Yodogawa-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$87 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
NZ$87
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,588 reviews)
"Big room, very clean. Great staff."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

karaksa hotel grande Shin-Osaka Tower
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$236 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$236
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,013 reviews)
"Overall hotel has a '90s feel to it. Room was dated and in need of some refurbishment. There were obvious stains on the wall that were easily removed by us but should been seen by staff. Bed was extremely hard. Would not stay here again."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
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KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

4 out of 5
724 Shimomatsuya,Kamanza-dori Oike-agaru Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are located ...
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Apartment Hotel 11 Higashi Umeda

Apartment Hotel 11 Higashi Umeda

3 out of 5
9-28 Kamiyamacho, Kita Ward Osaka Osaka
Stay at this apartment in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are located nearby.
Apartment Hotel 11 Higashi Umeda
Minn Shin-Osaka

Minn Shin-Osaka

3 out of 5
1-21-29 Higashinakajima Osaka Osaka
Stay at this apartment in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very good! (374 reviews)
"Great room and greatly enjoyed there!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Minn Shin-Osaka
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Uji attractions

Byodo-in Temple

9.0/10 (31 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Byodo-in Temple, a lovely green space in Uji. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
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Activities

Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

NZ$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
Kyoto: Gion Chopsticks Making Class

Kyoto: Gion Chopsticks Making Class with Engraving Option

NZ$22
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Gion Chopsticks Making Class with Engraving Option
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

NZ$91
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

NZ$134
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

NZ$37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
Kyoto: Gion and Higashiyama Walking Tour

Kyoto: The Geisha Districts of Kyoto Walking Tour

NZ$53
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: The Geisha Districts of Kyoto Walking Tour
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A traditional multi-tiered pagoda with green and red roofs.

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