10 Must-See Places in Uji, Kyoto for Tea Lovers

<p>Renowned Japanese author Kimitake Hiraoka, more famously known as Yukio Mishima, described Japan as a series of contradictions. He noted that Japan was partially defined by the relationship between &ldquo;old and new&rdquo;. While Tokyo and Osaka help define the importance Japan places on technology and innovation, there&rsquo;s a particular uniqueness found in Japan&rsquo;s rich historical sites. What better way to experience historical Japan than to understand Uji and Uji&rsquo;s special relationship with one of Japan&rsquo;s favorite drinks, tea?</p> <p>Uji is located south of Japan&rsquo;s former capital city, Kyoto-shi. Home to approx. 180,000 residents, it is nonetheless well connected, with both Keihan Uji Station and JR Uji Station serving the community. But what makes Uji special? Let&rsquo;s take a look at five must-see tea locations and several additional historical locations to help bring to life Uji&rsquo;s special status as both a tea haven and a source of rich history.</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/@WithLoveInJapan/10-must-see-places-in-uji-kyoto-for-tea-lovers-c53887aa218"><strong>Visit Now</strong></a></p>
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