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Ueno, Okachimachi
Tokyo
4.4
Ueno, Okachimachi
Tokyo
4.4
￥3,000～￥3,999
￥4,000～￥4,999
Ueno, Okachimachi
In Okachimachi, there is a Korean town called "Kimchi Yokocho" that has been around for a long time, with yakiniku restaurants and ethnic clothing stores concentrated there. Ueno Park, Japan's first park, is home to facilities such as Ueno Zoo, Tokyo National Museum, and National Museum of Nature and Science, making it a representative tourist destination in Tokyo. The lively shopping district "Ameyoko," where every day is like a festival with lively calls, attracts many foreign tourists. Seafood, dried goods, clothing, and miscellaneous goods are sold there, and rare items that are not usually seen can be found, and it is said that you can also negotiate prices, so why not give it a try?
Ueno, Okachimachi
5 Highlights
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Ueno Zoo
A zoo famous for its pandas
This is a municipal zoo located in Ueno Onshi Park. It was the first zoo in Japan, established in 1882 as a facility attached to the museum under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Agriculture and Commerce. The park is home to a variety of animals such as giant pandas, Asian elephants, and polar bears.
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Ueno Zoo
A zoo famous for its pandas
This is a municipal zoo located in Ueno Onshi Park. It was the first zoo in Japan, established in 1882 as a facility attached to the museum under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Agriculture and Commerce. The park is home to a variety of animals such as giant pandas, Asian elephants, and polar bears.
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Ueno Ameyoko Shopping Street
A shopping street with about 400 stores lining the street
This shopping street is known as "Ameyoko". It is located under the elevated tracks between Okachimachi Station and Ueno Station, with a length of about 500-600 meters. Various types of stores such as food, clothing, miscellaneous goods, and jewelry are lined up, making it a great place to enjoy eating and shopping.
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Ueno Ameyoko Shopping Street
A shopping street with about 400 stores lining the street
This shopping street is known as "Ameyoko". It is located under the elevated tracks between Okachimachi Station and Ueno Station, with a length of about 500-600 meters. Various types of stores such as food, clothing, miscellaneous goods, and jewelry are lined up, making it a great place to enjoy eating and shopping.
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Ueno Park
A park full of attractions including a zoo and museums
This urban park opened in 1873. With approximately 800 cherry blossom trees planted throughout the vast grounds, it is known as a famous cherry blossom spot. There are also various tourist attractions scattered throughout the park, such as the Ueno Zoo and Shinobazu Pond, where boats are available for rent.
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Ueno Park
A park full of attractions including a zoo and museums
This urban park opened in 1873. With approximately 800 cherry blossom trees planted throughout the vast grounds, it is known as a famous cherry blossom spot. There are also various tourist attractions scattered throughout the park, such as the Ueno Zoo and Shinobazu Pond, where boats are available for rent.
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Yushima Tenmangu Shrine
A historic shrine dedicated to the god of learning
This shrine was founded in 458 and enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, known as the god of learning. As a result, many people visit to pray for success in exams or academic pursuits. It is a recommended spot for students preparing for entrance exams and those who want to support them!
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Yushima Tenmangu Shrine
A historic shrine dedicated to the god of learning
This shrine was founded in 458 and enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, known as the god of learning. As a result, many people visit to pray for success in exams or academic pursuits. It is a recommended spot for students preparing for entrance exams and those who want to support them!
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Tokyo National Museum
The oldest museum in Japan
This museum was founded in 1872 and is located in Ueno Park. There are six exhibition halls on the site, each displaying art, crafts, historical materials, and more. It is a must-visit tourist spot for those who love art and history.
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Tokyo National Museum
The oldest museum in Japan
This museum was founded in 1872 and is located in Ueno Park. There are six exhibition halls on the site, each displaying art, crafts, historical materials, and more. It is a must-visit tourist spot for those who love art and history.
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Lunch at historic Western-style restaurants
A collection of lunches at historic Western-style restaurants with a focus on attention to detail.
Ueno is home to many historic Western-style restaurants, including the "Ueno Seiyoken," which was beloved by aristocrats during the Meiji era. Enjoy dishes that are packed with the attention to detail of these long-standing establishments, such as hamburgers finished with a special sauce and secret recipe hashed beef rice.
Cheers at a pub with a mix of old and new!
A pub with a mix of old and new that is a must-see for those who love alcohol.
From local long-established pubs to new izakayas where you can enjoy a variety of menus, there are various shops gathered in Ueno. Let's enjoy both drinks and food to our heart's content at a reasonable price in a downtown izakaya.
Unique gourmet experiences to enjoy in Ameyoko
From seafood to everything in between. The latest Ameyoko gourmet craze
With around 400 shops lining the street, the Ameyoko shopping district is bustling with domestic and international tourists every day. From gourmet street food to affordable seafood bowls, you can enjoy a variety of unique and individualistic gourmet experiences at each shop.
Cafes and restaurants in the lush Ueno Park
Gourmet spots in Ueno Onshi Park
Ueno Onshi Park offers a landscape that is hard to believe is in the heart of the city. This historic park, which was the first designated park in Japan, has a variety of gourmet spots. The lush greenery visible from the windows and terrace seats of each shop is a unique charm of Ueno Park.
Recommended after art appreciation! Cafe and restaurants inside the museum
Cafes and restaurants to visit after art appreciation
After appreciating art in the Ueno area, how about taking a break or having a meal at a cafe or restaurant? At the shops attached to the museum, you can enjoy collaboration menus with exhibitions and dishes inspired by art works.
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥5,808
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥17,567
Best Season
2~6 Month
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