Sound! Euphonium in Uji & Kyoto: 1–2 Days

Kyoto → Uji by Keihan

From Kyoto Station take the JR Nara Line one stop to Tofukuji (about 2 min), then the Keihan Main Line to Chushojima and change to the Uji Line for the last stop, Uji (about 30–40 min in total). The JR Nara Line to JR Uji is the direct alternative (about 20–30 min), but the anime spots start at the Keihan station.

Keihan Uji Station

Spot no. 1 on the official map. Until December 20, 2026 there are life-size character panels here, and a character vending machine. Pick up the paper location map at the Keihan Uji Station tourist information office in front of the station (open roughly 9:00–17:00), or download the PDF before you go.

Uji Bridge

A few minutes' walk from the station. One of Japan's oldest bridges, said to date from 646. Until October 31, 2026 it is a stamp point in the official digital stamp rally. It carries traffic: take photos from the walkway, not the road.

Byodo-in

Cross the bridge and walk along the shopping street to Byodo-in, a World Heritage temple with the Phoenix Hall. Garden 8:45–17:30 (last entry 17:15), about ¥700 for adults including the museum. Entry into the Phoenix Hall is about ¥300 extra, in timed groups, first come first served. Have lunch on the streets around the temple; Uji is famous for its green tea.

Agata Shrine

Just south of Byodo-in, free and open at any time. It is on the official map, and from November 1 to December 20, 2026 it is a stamp point in the late course. It is a place of worship: bow at the gate and keep your voice down.

Daikichiyama Observatory

Cross back to the east bank and follow the walking path up Daikichiyama (about 1 km, with a rest shelter on the way) to the observatory over the Uji River and Byodo-in. A stamp point until October 31, 2026. The path has no lights, so start the climb early enough to be down before dark.

Back to Kyoto

Keihan or JR back to Kyoto (about 30–40 min).

Nidec Kyoto Tower collab event

From September 1 to December 20, 2026 the observation deck has character photo spots, panels, a stamp card and goods. Open 10:00–21:00 (last entry 20:30); about ¥1,000 for adults from October 1, 2026 (¥900 until September 30). The tower is in front of Kyoto Station.

Collab cafe (optional)

Hotel Keihan Kyoto Hachijoguchi, by Kyoto Station, runs a Sound! Euphonium collab lunch until December 20, 2026: Fridays to Mondays only, 11:30–15:00 (last order 14:30). Book ahead on the official page.

Kawai Bridge, Demachiyanagi

Take the Keihan Main Line north to its terminus, Demachiyanagi (about 15–20 min from Shichijo or Tofukuji). Kawai Bridge is listed on the official map as a Kyoto location outside Uji, a short walk from the station. It is a road bridge: stay on the sidewalk.

Randen Kitano-Hakubaicho Station (optional)

The official map also lists Kitano-Hakubaicho Station on the Randen (Keifuku) line in northwest Kyoto. It is a working station: don't block the platform or the level crossing. From here the Randen runs to Arashiyama if you have time left; check a route planner for buses from Demachiyanagi.