Ujikami Shrine is a must-see for those who love history and ancient architecture. It is the oldest existing national treasure shrine in Japan.

Ujikami Shrine was built in the late Heian period and is listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site. This shrine is regarded as a national treasure by the Japanese. It enshrines Emperor Ojin and his two crown princes. It is the oldest shrine building in Japan. It is recommended for lovers of historical and ancient buildings. It is a must-visit shrine in Uji⛩️ ⛰【Attractions Guide】Ujikami Shrine 📍Detailed address: 59 Ujiyamada, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan 🚗Transportation guide: About 20 minutes walk from JR "Uji" Station, about 10 minutes walk from Keihan "Uji" Station 🕙Opening hours: 09:00～16:00 💰Ticket price: Free 🌟Highlights: Ujikami Shrine is located at Ujiyamada 59. It is built halfway up a mountain and is surrounded by lush forests. It is separated from Byodoin Temple by the Uji River and is about a 10-minute walk from Byodoin Temple. First pass Uji Shrine, and then walk up the mountain for 1 minute to reach Ujikami Shrine. Most tourists come to Uji for the famous Byodoin Temple. Ujikami Shrine is often overlooked, with few tourists and is very quiet. ✅Uji Kami Shrine and Uji Shrine are collectively called "Rikyu Kami Shrine". You must go in when you pass by Uji Shrine. The "Kirihara Water" in the shrine is the only one of the "Seven Famous Waters of Uji" that has survived to this day. Why not try a sip~ ✅Ujikami Shrine is not big. It takes about 30 minutes to walk around it. It is a typical shrine building with red, white and gray colors. A must-see when coming to Ujigami Shrine: the "Japanese national treasure" worship hall, the main hall. ✅The National Treasure Hall of Worship was built in the early Kamakura period and is the oldest existing hall of worship. The building is asymmetrical on both sides and adopts the light-hearted style of the residential building - the shinden-zukuri style. It is a form of adding eaves on the left and right sides of the main house built on a gable. ✅The main hall is located behind the worship hall. It has a unique form of three Ryuzoku inner halls with only one room in front, and is covered with a Ryuzoku canopy. Built in the late Heian period, it is the oldest building in the main shrine that still exists. ✅Behind the main hall is a vast forest with lush vegetation and a very well-preserved ecological environment. ✅The representative animal of Ujikami Shrine is the rabbit. The rabbit amulet is the mascot of Ujikami Shrine. It is said that it is particularly effective in seeking marriage, and there is a fortune hidden inside it. Those who wish can ask for a lottery. 🗺️Recommended nearby attractions: Byodoin Temple, The Tale of Genji Museum, Tea and Uji Castle Historical Park 🍽️Recommended food shops in Uji: Nakamura Tokichi·Byedoin store by the Uji River (detailed sharing on the top of the stairs), with beautiful scenery and unique matcha food. There is also a Nakamura Tokichi·Main store opposite JR Uji Station. It is a must-visit store for internet celebrities in Uji. There are many people and you need to queue!