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Ueno Park (上野公園) is a large public park located in the Ueno district of Tokyo, Japan. It is one of the most popular and well-known parks in the city and attracts millions of visitors each year.
The park covers an area of 133 acres (54 hectares) and features numerous attractions, including several museums, temples, shrines, and a zoo. One of the main attractions is the Tokyo National Museum, which houses an extensive collection of Japanese art and artifacts, as well as exhibits on Asian art and archaeology.
Another popular attraction is the Ueno Zoo, which is home to over 3,000 animals from around the world, including pandas, elephants, and tigers. The zoo is also known for its breeding programs and conservation efforts.
In addition to these attractions, Ueno Park is also known for its natural beauty, particularly during the spring when the cherry blossoms are in bloom. The park features over 1,000 cherry trees, making it a popular spot for hanami (cherry blossom viewing) parties.
Other notable features of Ueno Park include Shinobazu Pond, a large pond that is home to various species of waterfowl and turtles, and the Toshogu Shrine, which is dedicated to the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate.
Ueno Park is a vast park with many facilities. Following are some major facilities in Ueno Park.
- National Museum
- Tokyo National Museum
- National Museum of Nature and Science
- National Museum of Western Art
- Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
- Ueno Zoo
- Gojoten Shrine
- Ueno Onshi Park Art Theater
- Ueno Royal Museum
- Ueno Royal Museum of Art
- Ueno Castle Ruins Park
- Tokyo Grand Shrine
Ueno Park also has many plazas, ponds, walking trails, restaurants, cafes, stores, and, depending on the season, festivals and events. Ueno Park is popular with many tourists, locals, and nature lovers.
Getting there
From Tokyo Station to Ueno Park:
| Train | Tokyo Station ↓ Ueno-Tokyo Line ↓ 5 minutes (Nonstop) Ueno Station ↓ Walk about 2 minutes ↓ Ueno Park (Cost 170 yen) |
| Walk | About 45 minutes (3 km) |
Details
| Hours | Open 24 hours |
| Admission | Free |
| Phone | +81 3-3828-5644 |
| Address | Uenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0007 |
| Resources | https://www.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/ |
