Uji's Matcha Delights and Temples: A Kyoto Day Trip
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10 cafes in Uji: Byodo-in Temple, Nakamura Tokichi Honten 中村藤吉本店, Marukyu Koyamaen Main Plant, and 7 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in a YouTube post by Sam and Victor.
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Byodo-in Temple
Place of worship
4.5
Byodo-in Temple is a historic Buddhist temple, famously depicted on the 10 yen coin, known for its stunning architecture that appears to float on the water. It offers a rich cultural experience and is a popular spot for visitors to take selfies with the temple and its reflection.
Nakamura Tokichi Honten 中村藤吉本店
Cafe
4.4
Nakamura Tokichi Honten is a very popular matcha cafe that requires a ticket and QR code for entry due to high demand. While there might be a wait for the cafe, visitors can browse their shop for a wide selection of high-quality matcha products and gifts.
Marukyu Koyamaen Main Plant
Tea store
4.5
Marukyu Koyamaen is a historic matcha shop with over 300 years of experience, renowned for winning the National Tea Competition multiple times. Visitors can purchase high-quality matcha and matcha-related products, with limits on quantities per customer to prevent resale.
Starbucks Coffee - Kyoto Uji Byodo-in Omotesando
Coffee shop
4.4
This Starbucks location offers a unique matcha-themed experience with a tranquil ambiance. While the menu might be limited in matcha items, it provides a peaceful environment with indoor and outdoor seating to relax.
Uji Station
Train station
4.3
Uji Station is known for its unique Brutalist concrete architecture, designed by Hiroyuki Wakabayashi, featuring a series of circles etched into concrete walls. Its distinctive design makes it a noteworthy attraction in itself.
Nakamura Tokichi Byodo-in
Cafe
4.3
This branch of Nakamura Tokichi offers a serene cafe experience with beautiful views of the Uji River. It features a cafe facing the river and a separate souvenir shop, providing a tranquil setting to enjoy matcha while overlooking the scenic landscape.
Yamamasa Koyamaen
Wholesaler
4.4
Yamasasa Koyamaen is another matcha brand located near Marukyu Koyamaen, offering a variety of matcha products. The shop is noted for its friendly and patient staff, who are willing to answer questions and help customers choose the right matcha.
Irori Beniya
Japanese restaurant
4.6
Irori Beniya is a restaurant centered around a traditional charcoal grill, serving grilled fish sets. The unique dining experience evokes sitting around a campfire, and their fish dishes, like the charcoal-grilled dried mackerel and superior salmon roe bowl with grilled salmon, are highly recommended.
Ameagari
Coffee shop
4.5
Ameagari is a charming coffee shop specializing in chiffon cakes, offering a cozy atmosphere for a break. They serve various chiffon cake flavors, iced coffee, matcha lattes, and other beverages, perfect for a relaxing stop during a hot day.
Tsujiri Uji Main Store
Cafe
4.2
Tsujiri Uji Main Store is a popular matcha cafe offering traditional matcha sweets and beverages, with both indoor and outdoor seating options overlooking a Japanese garden. Their matcha parfait and warabi mochi with matcha ice cream are must-try items, especially the exclusive matcha kakigori if you like shaved ice.
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