Scenic spot introduction:

Tokyo Ueno Park is the first park in Japan and the largest park in Tokyo. It is also a world-renowned cherry blossom viewing spot. There are many monuments and museums in the park, and it has a strong cultural and artistic atmosphere. Visitors can stroll around leisurely and feel the natural beauty and cultural customs of this urban park, or they can spend a whole day studying the culture and art here.

Attractions distribution:

In Ueno Park, there are Kan'eiji Temple, Tokugawa Jie Ling Temple, Toshogu Shrine, Kiyomizu Hall, Daikoku Tenten, Saigo Takamori Bronze Statue and other monuments, as well as many cultural and artistic venues, such as the Tokyo National Museum, the National Science Museum, the National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo University of the Arts Art Museum, Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Shitamachi Customs Museum, Ueno Mori Art Museum, Japan Art Institute, etc. In addition, the park's Cherry Blossom Avenue, Shinobazu Pond, Heart Washing Pond, Bamboo Terrace Fountain, Ueno Zoo, etc. are also quite popular.

Scenic spot features:

leisure, nature, art, parks, museums

Scenic spot map:

Scenic spot map
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

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travelling guideline:

Cherry blossoms usually bloom at the end of March or early April, and the flowering period is only one week. The cherry blossoms in Ueno Park usually bloom two or three days earlier than the blooming period announced by the Meteorological Agency. If you are lucky, you can see the cherry blossoms in advance. There are a lot of people during the Sakura Festival, so it is recommended to go as early as possible to get a good seat.

Best time to visit:

All seasons

Shopping recommendations:

(Shopping) Japanese confectionery, electrical appliances, cosmetics, daily necessities, etc.

(Food) Sashimi, ramen, sushi, tempura, Japanese hot pot, Kobe beef, etc.

Scenic spot map:

Scenic spot map
Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

Asia>Japan>Tokyo City

How to get there:

Bus route: Get off at Ueno Station on the Ginza Line/Hibiya Line; get off at Ueno Okachimachi Station on the Oedo Line; get off at Ueno Station on the Keisei Line.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Ueno ticket price:

The park is free, but various facilities there are charged separately.

Scenic area opening hours:

5:00-23:00

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