Ujigami Jinja Shrine
- Kyoto
- 07 Apr, 2025
Not much too look at, we include this small shrine because UNESCO has decided, in all its wisdom, to designate it a World Heritage Site.
[image © Damien
Douxchamps]
Across the river from Byodo-in, this small shrine is worth a look, especially for those with a historical interest in Shinto or Kyoto history, or for those who simply want to check all the Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Sites off their list.
English address:
59 Uji Yamada, Uji-shi
Japanese address:
宇治市宇治山田59
Opening hours:
9am-4:30pm
Admission:
Free
Non-smoking area: Yes
Nearest Transport:
10min walk from Uji Station, Keihan line
Telephone: 0774-21-4634
Website: None
Near To Here:
Ujigami-jinja Shrine is located in Kyoto’s Uji district. See
our complete list of things to do in Kyoto’s Uji district,
including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
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