Uji
City in Kansai, Japan
About
Uji (宇治市, Uji-shi) is a city on the southern outskirts of the city of Kyoto, in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan.
Founded on March 1, 1951, Uji is between the two ancient capitals of Nara and Kyoto. The city sits on the Uji River, which has its source in Lake Biwa.
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Byōdō-in
Buddhist temple in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
0.6 mi away
Ujigami Shrine
Shinto shrine in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
0.9 mi away
Tsuen Tea
Tea house in Uji, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 mi away
Battle of Uji (1184)
Battle in 1184 in Japan
0.6 mi away
The Tale of Genji Museum
Literary museum in Uji, Japan
0.9 mi away
Yamashiro Park Taiyogaoka Stadium
Athletic stadium in Uji, Kyoto, Japan
1.1 mi awayPlaces to eat nearby
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