Ueno Zoo is located in Ueno Park, right next to JR Ueno Station.
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Ueno Zoo
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Opened in 1882, Ueno Zoo is Japan's oldest zoo and a must-visit in Tokyo. Located in Ueno Park, it’s home to a wide variety of animals, with its most famous residents being the giant pandas. These iconic creatures arrived in 1972 to celebrate the normalization of Japan-China relations. The zoo offers an exciting glimpse into wildlife and is a favorite destination for families and animal lovers alike.
Ueno Zoo is not just about pandas – it houses diverse species from around the world, making it an essential stop for anyone exploring the Ueno area.
Hours and Fees
Ueno Zoo
- Opening hours
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9:30 to 17:00 (entry until 16:00)
- Closed
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Mondays (or following day if Mon is a holiday)
Dec 29 to Jan 1
- Entrance fee
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600 yen (free admission on March 20, May 4 and October 1)
Getting there
Resources
English
Ueno Zoo
Official website
Japanese
Ueno Zoo
Official website
Nearby
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1Ueno ParkCherry blossoms, museums, historical significance
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2Tokyo National MuseumJapan’s oldest and largest museum
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3National Museum of Nature and ScienceInteractive exhibits, virtual theater, natural history
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4Tokyo Metropolitan Art MuseumRotating exhibitions, diverse art collections
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5National Museum of Western ArtLe Corbusier design, Western art collection
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6Shitamachi MuseumShowcases old Tokyo life and crafts
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7Kaneiji TempleEdo-period temple, historical remnants
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8Kiyomizu Kannon TempleGoddess of conception, historic design
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9Toshogu ShrineDedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, peony garden
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10Bentendo HallDedicated to Benten, lively cherry blossoms
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11National Science MuseumScience, natural history, and interactive exhibits
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