Ueno Zoo

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Zoo famous for being able to see pandas

The Tokyo Metropolitan Zoo located within Ueno 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, Commerce and Industry. Visitors can see various animals such as giant pandas, Asian elephants, and polar bears in the park.

Features & How to Enjoy

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Highlights

Point 1

Encounter Numerous Animals that Can Only be Found Here

At Ueno Zoo, several rare animals that can only be seen here in Japan are kept. One of them is the "aye-aye," a primate species that inhabits Madagascar and has even been featured in song lyrics. In the "Aye-aye Forest," where aye-ayes are kept, you can also meet other unique animals that live in Madagascar, such as the white-belted ruffed lemur and the fossa.

Point 2

Encounter Unique Japanese Wildlife

In the area that spreads out just inside the main gate, you can observe Japanese endemic species such as Ezo deer and Japanese serow. The animals that are kept here are all precious and rare, even for us who live in Japan and don't often get to see them in our daily lives. In addition, the animal enclosures are designed to allow for observation of the unique behaviors of these endemic species, making them a highlight of the attraction.

Point 3

The Mascot of Ueno Zoo

The "panda" is a popular mascot at Ueno Zoo. Ueno Zoo was also the first place in Japan to have pandas, and has become a pioneer in breeding them. In September 2020, a new facility called "Panda Forest" opened, where you can enjoy watching the adorable pandas play and move around energetically. If you're lucky enough to be there during the birth of a baby panda, you may even get to meet one. For the latest information on breeding, please check the official website.

Point 4

Tour the Park with a Guide

At Ueno Zoo, tours are held where you can walk around the park with a guide who has detailed knowledge about the animals. While explaining the ecology and characteristics of each animal, you can discover new things that you may not have noticed before. For those who don't have time to tour with a guide, it's also recommended to use the free app called "Tokyo Parks Navi". By scanning the QR codes located throughout the park, you can check information about the animals within the app.

Point 5

Enjoy Historical Buildings

At Ueno Zoo, which opened in 1882, you can see not only animals but also historically valuable buildings. The former Kan'ei-ji Five-Storied Pagoda, designated as an important cultural property of Japan, and the former main gate, which retains the image of Japanese-style Versailles architecture, are recommended as photo spots. The monkey mountain, where monkeys are kept, is also a valuable presence as the first monkey mountain completed in Japan in 1932.

Access

Excellent Access from Tokyo

There are three entrances to Ueno Zoo, making it convenient to choose the one that suits your transportation needs. If you enter through the main gate, it's a 5-minute walk from JR Ueno Station. If you enter through Benten Gate, it's a 4-minute walk from Keisei Ueno Station. If you enter through Ikenohata Gate, it's a 5-minute walk from Nedu Station on the Tokyo Metro. With all entrances accessible within a 10-minute walk from various train lines, it's a facility that is easy to access from anywhere in Tokyo.

Parking

Use the Large Parking Lots Nearby

As there is no dedicated parking lot at Ueno Zoo, those coming by car will need to use the paid parking lots in the surrounding area. Recommended for their large capacity are the Taito Ward Ueno Chuo-dori Underground Parking Lot, which can accommodate up to 300 cars, and the Ueno Parking Center, which can accommodate up to 400 cars. Both parking lots are within walking distance of the zoo, making them safe and convenient for families with small children or elderly individuals.

Basic Information

	Address	9-83 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-8711
	Business Hours	Mon: 定休日 Tue: 9:30～17:00 Wed: 9:30～17:00 Thu: 9:30～17:00 Fri: 9:30～17:00 Sat: 9:30～17:00 Sun: 9:30～17:00
	TEL	03-3828-5171
	Web Site	https://www.tokyo-zoo.net/zoo/ueno/

Average Review

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5 Reviews

上野動物園、見るのも、ただ散歩するのも飽きない場所ですよ😊 アクセスと園内を大雑把に紹介。 ●日本で最初に出来た最も古い動物園で有り、現在約300種3000の飼育をしている。 ●入り口：3ヶ所正門、弁天門、池之端門 ●動物園は東園と西園に分かれている。両園移動にモノレールと連結歩道が有り、歩道は上下間の移動にエレベーターも有る。エレベーターは分かりずらいが、歩道入り口と反対側に有る。 ●正門は東園で五重塔、ゴリラの森シロクマ、バグ他、土産店、ざるやまキッチン（軽食）、休憩所 ●弁天門・池之端門は西園で鳥類、ジャイアントパンダ、馬他カフェカメレオン、屋内休憩所等 ●アクセス JR 上野駅公園口から・直進で正門へ、徒歩3-4分・弁天門入り口は不忍口改札があるが利用した事が無いので、同じ公園口からの案内とする。・正門と同じに駅から直進し、噴水広場に出たら左に行き、清水観音堂の下に出たら右の階段を下る。下りたら道路を横断して右手が動物公園の入り口、弁天門になる。徒歩5-6分。 ※迷わずに見たい場所に行くには、入り口で園内図を手に入れよう🤗 ※人気のパンダを見るなら平日の午前中、それも早めに行けば苦にならない順番で見れる。 ※7月の西園は蓮の花が奇麗だ。ここの蓮の花は入園しないと見れないので是非見よう。 ※池之端門は混雑時期は穴場の出入り口かと思う。 ※都民の日は入園無料だがとてつもなく混む。なので一般入園料600円シニア65歳以上300円で平日の入園をお勧めする。 ※駐車場は弁天門の方が見つけ易い ※ゴリラの森はジャングルの雰囲気を醸し出していて、デートコースに選んでも楽しい🤩 ※園内には東堂高虎の墓所がある。中には入れ無いが門扉から見れる。元は藤堂家の菩提寺・寒松院があり墓所だけが現在に残る。

子供の頃、よく遠足に行ってた上野動物園へ20年ぶりくらいに行きました。昔はふれあいコーナーが広く、山羊や羊が放し飼いになっていたのですが、今は1頭ずつしかいないようで少し寂しいです。小動物のふれあいコーナーも平日子供限定になってました。パンダは遊歩道の近くの子の方が比較的空いており、30分ほどで見ることができました。日曜日の昼過ぎに行きましたが、じっくり見るというよりはサクッと見たい人におすすめです。