【Early Summer Limited】Uji Hydrangea & Matcha Day Tour | Mimuroto-ji Hydrangea Festival • Kibune Shrine • Nara Park | Depart from Osaka / Kyoto
✅ Limited-Time Early Summer Uji Hydrangea & Matcha Experience
✅ Visit Mimuroto-ji Temple, one of Japan's most famous hydrangea destinations
✅ Admire over 10,000 blooming hydrangeas in a spectacular sea of flowers
✅ Stroll through Byodo-in Temple and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Uji River
✅ Savor authentic Uji matcha desserts and seasonal local delicacies
✅ Choose between Kibune Shrine & Riverside Dining or Nara Park & Deer Experience
✅ Private charter service with a fully customizable itinerary
✅ Chinese-speaking customer support
✅ Licensed commercial vehicles for a safe and comfortable journey
✅ Hotel pick-up available from Osaka and Kyoto
【Early Summer Limited】 Uji Hydrangea & Matcha Private Day Tour Mimuroto-ji Hydrangea Festival • Byodo-in Temple • Uji Matcha Experience
Depart from Osaka / Kyoto
Overview
Discover the beauty of Kyoto in early summer with a private day tour to Uji, one of Japan's most famous destinations for hydrangeas and matcha.
From early June to early July, thousands of hydrangeas bloom at Mimuroto-ji Temple, creating one of Japan's most spectacular seasonal landscapes. Combined with Uji's world-famous matcha culture, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and optional visits to Kibune Shrine or Nara Park, this exclusive seasonal tour offers an unforgettable experience in Kansai.
Travel comfortably in a private vehicle with a professional driver, enjoying a flexible itinerary designed exclusively for your group.
Seasonal Event
Available until July 5, 2026
Hydrangea blooming periods vary depending on weather conditions.
The best viewing season is generally from early June to early July.
This is a limited seasonal experience available only once each year.
Recommended Itinerary
Mimuroto-ji Hydrangea Festival
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Byodo-in Temple (UNESCO World Heritage)
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Uji River Walk
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Uji Matcha Shopping Street
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Matcha Lunch & Dessert
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Option A
Kibune Shrine
Traditional Kawadoko Riverside Dining
Flowing Somen Experience
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Option B
Nara Park
Todaiji Temple
Deer Feeding Experience
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Hotel Drop-off
Tour Highlights 🌸 Mimuroto-ji Hydrangea Festival
Known as one of Japan's Three Great Hydrangea Gardens, Mimuroto-ji Temple features more than 10,000 blooming hydrangeas, creating a breathtaking sea of flowers every summer.
It is one of Kyoto's most popular seasonal attractions for photographers and flower lovers.
🍵 Uji Matcha Experience
Uji is the birthplace of Japan's finest matcha.
Enjoy authentic matcha sweets, parfaits, soba noodles, premium tea, and seasonal delicacies while experiencing the rich culture of Japanese tea.
⛩ Byodo-in Temple & Uji River
Stroll around the iconic Phoenix Hall of Byodo-in Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of historic Uji alongside the beautiful Uji River.
🎐 Option A Kibune Shrine & Riverside Dining
Experience Kyoto's famous Kawadoko riverside dining culture.
Relax beside mountain streams while enjoying seasonal cuisine and the traditional flowing somen experience.
🦌 Option B Nara Park & Todaiji Temple
Meet Nara's famous free-roaming deer and visit Todaiji Temple, home to Japan's Great Buddha.
Perfect for families and travelers interested in Japanese history and culture.
Private Charter Service
✔ Exclusive private vehicle (No ride sharing)
✔ Professional driver
✔ Chinese-speaking customer support
✔ Licensed commercial vehicles
✔ Flexible itinerary
✔ Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Osaka & Kyoto
✔ Ideal for couples, families, photographers and small groups
Vehicle Options Toyota Alphard / Vellfire
1–6 Passengers
Toyota GranAce
1–5 Passengers
Premium Comfort
Toyota HiAce
1–9 Passengers
HiAce Grand Cabin
10–13 Passengers
Vehicle arrangements are made according to the number of passengers and luggage.
Why Choose Ryuko Japan Transfer?
✓ Licensed commercial vehicles
✓ Professional local drivers
✓ Flexible private charter service
✓ Comfortable premium vehicles
✓ Hotel pickup available
✓ Chinese-speaking customer support
✓ No hidden charges
✓ Personalized travel experience
Create Your Perfect Early Summer Journey
Walk through thousands of blooming hydrangeas, experience authentic Uji matcha culture, discover Kyoto's historic beauty, and create unforgettable memories in Kansai during one of Japan's most beautiful seasons.
Please provide your contact details, number of participants, luggage quantity, and proposed itinerary when booking.
This customized private charter service allows you to adjust the attractions and duration of each stop according to your preferences. The final route will be confirmed with our customer service team before departure.
Additional charges may apply for late-night service, overtime use, remote areas, or special itinerary arrangements. Please confirm the details with customer service before booking.
📌 Booking Process
Place your order → Enter the vehicle service details → Receive confirmation from our staff via LINE → Confirm the itinerary → Receive another reminder one day before departure → Depart on time on the service day
📌 The Price Includes
Driver service fee Vehicle usage fee Fuel costs Expressway tolls
📌 The Price Does Not Include
Attraction admission fees Parking fees Personal expenses Meals and drinks Overtime charges
📌 Service Duration
This package includes 10 hours of private charter service per day.
📌 Vehicle Arrangement
A suitable and comfortable vehicle will be arranged according to the actual number of passengers and luggage.
Alphard / Vellfire: 1–6 passengers GranAce: 1–5 passengers HiAce: 1–9 passengers HiAce Grand Cabin: 1–13 passengers
📌 Luggage Allowance
We recommend one piece of luggage up to 28 inches per passenger.
If the actual number of passengers or amount of luggage differs from the reservation and the vehicle does not have sufficient space, the driver reserves the right to refuse service or arrange an upgrade to a larger vehicle for an additional charge.
📌 Itinerary Information
This is a customized private charter service. The order of attractions and duration of each stop may be adjusted according to your preferences.
If the itinerary is affected by traffic conditions, weather, or attraction restrictions, the driver will assist in adjusting the route.
📌 Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made more than 3 days before the departure date are eligible for a full refund.
Cancellations made within 48 hours of departure are non-refundable.
📌 Customer Support
Real-time Chinese-language assistance is available via LINE.
Important Information
Please provide your contact information, number of passengers, luggage quantity, and preferred itinerary when booking so that we can arrange the most suitable vehicle and service.
This is a private charter service. The sightseeing order, stop duration, and travel route can be customized according to your preferences. Please communicate your itinerary with our customer service team before departure.
Please keep your mobile phone available before and during the tour so that our driver or customer support team can contact you if necessary.
Charter Service Duration
This package includes 10 hours of private charter service (including the driver's working hours).
The service time begins at the scheduled departure time and ends when returning to the designated drop-off location.
Please plan your itinerary within the 10-hour charter period.
If additional attractions are added, the route is changed, or overtime occurs due to personal reasons, overtime charges will apply.
If you would like to extend the service, add destinations, or modify your itinerary, please contact customer service in advance.
No overtime charge applies if the overtime is within 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, overtime will be charged at JPY 6,000 per hour. Any partial hour will be charged as one full hour.
Overtime fees must be paid directly to the driver in Japanese yen (cash).
No-show Policy
If we are unable to contact you for more than one hour after the scheduled departure time, and no prior notice has been given, the booking will be treated as a No Show and no refund will be provided.
Additional Charges
Additional charges may apply for:
Late-night service Remote destinations Special routes
Please confirm with customer service before booking.
Travel Conditions
Traffic conditions, weather, road closures, attraction restrictions, or other force majeure circumstances may affect the itinerary.
We appreciate your understanding.
Children
Children and infants all require their own seats.
Please provide the number and ages of children when making your reservation.
Luggage
If you have a large amount of luggage, please contact customer service in advance to confirm the appropriate vehicle.
If the actual number of passengers or luggage differs from the reservation and the vehicle cannot safely accommodate everyone, the driver reserves the right to refuse service or arrange a larger vehicle with an additional charge.
Customer Responsibility
If the tour cannot proceed normally due to late arrival, failure to appear, loss of contact, or other personal reasons, any resulting losses shall be the responsibility of the customer.
Force Majeure
If the service cannot be operated due to earthquakes, typhoons, road closures, or other force majeure events, any unused service fees will be fully refunded.
Special Requests
Please inform us in advance if you require:
Wheelchair assistance Oversized luggage Child seats Golf bags Any other special requests





