The Uji River is often associated with the Japanese novel "The Tale of Genji". This beautiful river was the setting for the famous Japanese novel. I lived in Kyoto for a year and a half, but wasn't able to see Uji city. This summer I finally got the chance and wasn't disappointed. Definitely a must see place specially during cherry blossom and autumn season.
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Walking along Uji River
On a hot summer day!

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Bright sunny afternoon (Photo: Susan B. Tumanon)

Right in the middle of the river (Photo: Susan B. Tumanon)

Bridge going to the Byodoin Temple (Photo: Susan B. Tumanon)

The Tale of Genji (Photo: Susan B. Tumanon)

View from the bridge (Photo: Susan B. Tumanon)

Mountains of Uji (Photo: Susan B. Tumanon)

Stone Tower (Photo: Susan B. Tumanon)

Boats for cormorant fishing (Photo: Susan B. Tumanon)
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Tyra 'nell Pille-Lu
12 years ago
Great photos you have there! I would surely love to join you in your travel... Kyoto is one of the cities I would surely love to visit here in Japan and this place is just where I want to be in my next adventure... thanks for sharing these photos.
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