You can't visit the town of Uji without tasting some of its renowned tea and this lovely teahouse right near Byōdō-in is the perfect spot to do so. The friendly staff conduct a 30-minute tea ceremony. Buy your tickets at the Uji-shi Kanko centre next door first.
Taihō-an
Kyoto
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