Yanaka, Tokyo

Name: Yanaka
Address: Tokyo, Japan

#566 among attractions in Tokyo

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Yanaka is a sector of Taito, Tokyo, Japan and, along with nearby Nezu and Sendagi neighborhoods in Bunkyo ward, is one of the few Tokyo neighborhoods in which the old Shitamachi atmosphere can still be felt. Located north of Ueno, Yanaka includes the large Yanaka Cemetery, which takes up most of Yanaka 7-chome. The Daimyo Clock Museum is also in Yanaka. There are around 70 privately owned small stores in Yanaka ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°43'32"N, 139°46'4"E

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文京区 (千駄木)Tokyo Japan

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

0.7 miSE
Grand site for Japanese art and antiques
Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo
17 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...
0.8 miSE
National museum for western art
National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo
22 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...
0.8 miS
Large park with a zoo, a lake and museums
Ueno Park, Tokyo
21 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.
0.8 miSE
Museum with an array of science exhibits
National Museum of Nature and Science, Tokyo
22 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...
1.3 miSE
Hub for cookware and restaurant supplies
Kappabashi-dori, Tokyo
35 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...
0.6 miS
Zoo, Park, Outdoor activities
Ueno Zoo, Tokyo
17 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...
~1640 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum
Daimyo Clock Museum, Tokyo
8 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...
0.8 miS
Museum
Yayoi Museum, Tokyo
20 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.
0.7 miSE
Museum with classical and contemporary art
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Tokyo
17 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.
~580 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Asakura Museum of Sculpture, Tokyo
3 min walk • Asakura Museum of Sculpture or Asakura Choso Museum is a museum in Tokyo that showcases the sculptures and life work of Fumio Asakura. The art museum is located specifically in the Yanaka neighborhood of Taito, in Tokyo. The museum opened in 1967 after Asakura's death.
0.9 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Tokyo
23 min walk • The Tokyo Bunka Kaikan is a Japanese concert hall located in Ueno Park, Taitō, Tokyo. Designed by Japanese architect Kunio Maekawa, it was built in 1961 and renovated in 1998–99. Its larger hall seats 2303 people, and its small hall seats 649. It is operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture.

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Which popular attractions are close to Yanaka?

Nearby attractions include Zenshō-an, Tokyo (3 min walk), Asakura Museum of Sculpture, Tokyo (3 min walk), Yanesen, Tokyo (6 min walk), Yanaka Cemetery, Tokyo (6 min walk).

How to get to Yanaka by public transport?

The nearest stations to Yanaka:

Metro

Sendagi • Lines: C, Jl (7 min walk)
Nishi-Nippori • Lines: C, Jl (13 min walk)

Train

Nippori (7 min walk)
Nishi-Nippori (12 min walk)

Bus

Dangozaka-shita • Lines: 東西めぐりん, 草63 (7 min walk)
Sendagi-sanchome • Lines: 草63 (8 min walk)

Light rail

Nippori • Lines: Nt (8 min walk)
Nishi-nippori • Lines: Nt (15 min walk)

Tram

Arakawa-kuyakushomae • Lines: Sa (32 min walk)