Fodor's Expert Review Tale of Genji Museum

Southern Kyoto History Museum

The Tale of Genji is an 11th-century literary masterpiece that depicts the life of an imperial prince. The final chapters, set in the Uji region, are commonly referred to as the Uji-Jujo, or the Ten Uji Chapters. The museum offers a glimpse into this classic epic through life-size displays, colorful murals, and interesting related videos, as well as temporary seasonal exhibits.

History Museum

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45--26 Uji-Higashiuchi
Uji, Kyoto-fu  611-0021, Japan

774-39–9300

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Rate Includes: ¥600

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