Japan Trip: Uji River landscape & traditional cormorant fishing, Kyoto 066

The Uji River (Ujigawa) flows through town, dividing Uji into two parts. Its prominent position makes for the beautiful landscape of the town and provides opportunities to relax and unwind. Most of the city’s attractions are within short walks from the river.

River cruises and cormorant fishing are popular summer attractions for tourists. The same boats are often used for both cruises in the day and cormorant fishing in the evening. Cormorant fishing occurs at the Uji River from around mid June through late September. Tickets can be purchased at the venue for about 2000 yen. Boarding starts at about 18:30, and it is about an hour ride.

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