Hotels near Saguri Shrine

Ready for an education in local botany? Byodo-in Temple should make your list of places to visit, located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from central Uji. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Furitsu Uji Park and Tea and Uji Town Historical Park, both a short walk away.

Find out about the history of Uji when you take a trip to Koshoji Temple. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

If you like shopping, take time out to go to Aeon Mall Kumiyama when in Kumiyama. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Nintendo Museum during your trip to Uji. Wander the riverfront in this culturally rich area.

Find out about the history of Joyo when you take a trip to Mito Shrine. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

Want to race? You could pay a visit to Kyoto Racecourse located 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from central Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area – your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.