Ueno, Tokyo

Name: Ueno
Address: Tokyo, Japan

#422 among attractions in Tokyo

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Ueno is a district in Tokyo's Taitō Ward, best known as the home of Ueno Park. Ueno is also home to some of Tokyo's finest cultural sites, including the Tokyo National Museum, the National Museum of Western Art, and the National Museum of Nature and Science, as well as a major public concert hall. Many Buddhist temples are in the area, including the Bentendo temple dedicated to goddess Benzaiten, on an island in Shinobazu Pond. The Kan'ei-ji, a major temple of the Tokugawa shōguns, stood in this area, and its pagoda is now within the grounds of the Ueno Zoo. Nearby is the Ueno Tōshō-gū, a Shinto shrine dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu. Near the Tokyo National Museum there is The International Library of Children's Literature. Just south of the station is the Ameya-yokochō, a street market district that evolved out of an open-air black market that sprung up after World War II. Just east is the Ueno motorcycle district, with English-speaking staff available in some stores. ()

Local name: 上野 Coordinates: 35°42'56"N, 139°46'26"E

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台東区 (tai dong qu)Tokyo Japan

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Ueno – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tokyo National Museum, National Museum of Western Art, Ueno Park, National Museum of Nature and Science.

~1410 ftNE
Grand site for Japanese art and antiques
Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo
7 min walk • The Tokyo National Museum, standing as a cultural beacon in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan, is the country's oldest and largest museum. Established in 1872, this prestigious institution is dedicated to preserving and displaying a comprehensive collection of art...
~590 ftE
National museum for western art
National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo
3 min walk • The National Museum of Western Art, nestled in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan, stands as a cultural beacon for art enthusiasts and historians alike. This museum, designed by the renowned French architect Le Corbusier, is a treasure trove of Western art from the late...
~760 ftSW
Large park with a zoo, a lake and museums
Ueno Park, Tokyo
4 min walk • Ueno Park, a verdant oasis amidst the urban sprawl of Tokyo, Japan, is a cultural hub that offers a serene escape from the city's frenetic pace. Established in 1873, this park is one of Tokyo's largest and oldest public spaces, sprawling across approximately 133 acres.
~910 ftE
Museum with an array of science exhibits
National Museum of Nature and Science, Tokyo
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tokyo, the National Museum of Nature and Science stands as a bastion of knowledge and a celebration of Earth's history and the wonders of the natural world. This esteemed institution, located in the vibrant Ueno Park, offers a rich tapestry of...
0.8 miE
Hub for cookware and restaurant supplies
Kappabashi-dori, Tokyo
22 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Tokyo, Japan, Kappabashi-dori stands as a unique and vibrant shopping district, renowned for its extensive range of kitchenware and restaurant supplies. This street, often referred to as Kitchen Town, stretches approximately 800 meters...
~970 ftNW
Zoo, Park, Outdoor activities
Ueno Zoo, Tokyo
5 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant district of Taito in Tokyo, Ueno Zoo stands as a cherished urban oasis and Japan's oldest zoo, having opened its doors in 1882. Spanning over 35 acres, this verdant enclave offers refuge to over 3,000 animals from around the world, making it a...
~1960 ftS
Cultural museum with replicas and relics
Shitamachi Museum, Tokyo
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tokyo's historic Ueno district, the Shitamachi Museum offers a unique window into the city's past, specifically the Shitamachi area, which was once home to Tokyo's working class. This museum is a treasure trove for those interested in...
0.6 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Daimyo Clock Museum, Tokyo
16 min walk • Tucked away in the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, the Daimyo Clock Museum offers a unique glimpse into the passage of time through the art of horology. This specialized museum, nestled in the special wards of Tokyo, Japan, is a treasure trove for those fascinated by the...
0.6 miW
Museum
Yayoi Museum, Tokyo
16 min walk • The Yayoi 2-chome site is the name for an archaeological site with the trace of a Yayoi period settlement located in the Mukogaoka neighborhood of Yayoi, in Bunkyō, Tokyo in the Kantō region of Japan. It received protection as a National Historic Site in 1976.
~1620 ftSW
Pond with boat rentals and bird watching
Shinobazu Pond, Tokyo
8 min walk • The Shinobazu Pond is a pond within Ueno Park, and a historically prominent Shitamachi feature often appearing in history and works of art.
~690 ftNW
Museum with classical and contemporary art
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Tokyo
4 min walk • The Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum is an art museum in Tokyo, Japan. It is one of Japan's many museums which are supported by a prefectural government. The current structure, designed by Kunio Maekawa, was completed in 1975. The museum is located in Ueno Park.

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Which popular attractions are close to Ueno?

Nearby attractions include Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Tokyo (3 min walk), National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo (3 min walk), Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Tokyo (4 min walk), Ueno Park, Tokyo (4 min walk).

How to get to Ueno by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ueno:

Bus

Jr上野駅公園口 • Lines: 空01(St01), 空02(St02) (4 min walk)
東京国立博物館 • Lines: 東西めぐりん (5 min walk)

Train

Ueno (6 min walk)
Keisei-Ueno (9 min walk)

Metro

Ueno • Lines: G, H, H-Ts, Ts;H (9 min walk)
Nezu • Lines: C, Jl (13 min walk)

Light rail

Nippori • Lines: Nt (24 min walk)

Tram

Minowabashi • Lines: Sa (39 min walk)