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Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. If you’re hoping to enjoy the natural surroundings, you can check out the river views while you’re here.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social setting.

While you’re deciding on where to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Uji: Add chaganju - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of JR Uji Station. Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free toiletries.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 76°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. The rainiest months in Uji are July, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.

Generally, Uji is known for its rivers, temples, and local tours. Major attractions include Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, and Kawaramachi Street. Get out into nature with places like Byodo-in Temple, Manpuku-ji, and Tea and Uji Town Historical Park. Cultural attractions include Tale of Genji Museum, Kyoto Municipal Science Center For Youth, and Kyoto National Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Uji in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Itami Airport (ITM), located 22.9 mi (36.8 km) from the city center. An alternative is Kobe Airport (UKB), located 38.2 mi (61.5 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transit to get around. You can access metro transit at Mimurodo Station, Uji Station, and JR Obaku Station. To explore more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Ogura Station, Iseda Station, or Okubu Station.