Uji to Shigaraki

Start

Uji
Turn left at the stop

Byodoin Temple, World Heritage Site

Ujigawa Line
Heading out of town and up onto the Ujigawa Line. Be careful up there.

Uji
Amagase Dam

Ujitawara
Left at the light on 307. The road is going to be jammed with traffic for a whle. Go to the front when you can.

You really start up into the mountains here. There are some small villages up there, but no more services for a a while so if you need gas, make sure you get it before passing this point.

Okuyamada Village
The old road gives way to a new bypass here. People who want to bore on through should stick to the main road, others may want to try and get on the old road. The old road is pretty dangerous and the surface is deteriorating so while it is a nice ride, its not really a fast one.

Tunnels
You should be leaving the tunnel around here.

Green Road
You find yourself on an excellent road, heading down a long, gentle slope. Its easy to go fast, but the police often place a speed trap in this area, so be careful.

West Shigaraki
You should be seeing small pottery stores and other shops around here. They are fun to stop and check out.

Shigaraki
Shigaraki is famous for its pottery. There are lots of factory discount stores etc. There is lots of fun stuff to see, so stop and look around. Its a good end to a quick day trip.

Uji to Shigaraki
MotoWhere Route
Motorcycling
Start
Uji
Turn left at the stop
Byodoin Temple, World Heritage Site
Ujigawa Line
Heading out of town and up onto the Ujigawa Line. Be careful up there.
Amagase Dam
Ujitawara
Left at the light on 307. The road is going to be jammed with traffic for a whle. Go to the front when you can.
You really start up into the mountains here. There are some small villages up there, but no more services for a a while so if you need gas, make sure you get it before passing this point.
Okuyamada Village
The old road gives way to a new bypass here. People who want to bore on through should stick to the main road, others may want to try and get on the old road. The old road is pretty dangerous and the surface is deteriorating so while it is a nice ride, its not really a fast one.
Tunnels
You should be leaving the tunnel around here.
Green Road
You find yourself on an excellent road, heading down a long, gentle slope. Its easy to go fast, but the police often place a speed trap in this area, so be careful.
West Shigaraki
You should be seeing small pottery stores and other shops around here. They are fun to stop and check out.
Shigaraki
Shigaraki is famous for its pottery. There are lots of factory discount stores etc. There is lots of fun stuff to see, so stop and look around. Its a good end to a quick day trip.