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Ueno Park

The Famous Largest-Scale Cherry Blossom Spot in Tokyo.

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Ueno Park, officially known as "Ueno Onshi Park," is located in Taito Ward, Tokyo. Managed by the Tokyo Metropolitan Construction Bureau, the park spans an impressive area of 530,000 square meters and has a rich history.

As one of Tokyo's iconic tourist spots, the park attracts visitors from all over the world, particularly in the spring when its cherry blossoms are in full bloom. The park consists of Ueno Hill and Shinobazu Pond, forming diverse green landscapes and waterside views, serving as an oasis in the city.

Moreover, the area around the park houses not only the popular Ueno Zoo but also various cultural institutions like art museums. It's a perfect spot for family outings and dates.

Highlights

  • Shinobazu Pond is broken up into sections, including the “boat pond” where you can go out on rowboats, swan boats, and pedal boats, the “lotus pond” that is, as its name suggests, covered in lotuses, and the “Cormorant Pond,” which is inhabited by birds of the same name from the bordering Ueno Zoo.
  • During cherry blossom season, around 800 cherry trees burst into beautiful bloom, and tourists from all over visit to see the beautiful flowers.
  • The park is home to many cultural facilities, including museums and the zoo.

Photos

  • Rows of blooming cherry trees along Shinobazu Pond

    Rows of blooming cherry trees along Shinobazu Pond

  • Lotus flowers at Shinobazu Pond

    Lotus flowers at Shinobazu Pond

  • Autumn in Ueno Park

    Autumn in Ueno Park

  • Park Entrance

    Park Entrance

  • There's a fountain in the park

    There's a fountain in the park

  • Statue of Saigō Takamori

    Statue of Saigō Takamori

Reviews

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  • 王小鈞
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    On this trip to Ueno, Tokyo, I specifically set aside some time to walk around Ueno Park. As soon as I entered the park, I felt that the environment was really pleasant, with large green trees, wide paths, and plenty of people strolling and relaxing. It’s truly a peaceful escape in the middle of the bustling city.

    Ueno Park is a very famous cherry blossom viewing spot in Tokyo. Unfortunately, this visit wasn’t during cherry blossom season, so I didn’t get to see the trees in full bloom. I can only hope to come back and enjoy them next time.

    Near the pond, I also saw people taking sightseeing boats out on the water. It looked quite relaxing! However, a separate ticket is required, so I didn’t plan to take a boat this time and simply walked around the area.

    I didn’t really have any particular itinerary planned. Just strolling through the park and enjoying the surrounding scenery felt very relaxing.

    Ueno Zoo, various cultural attractions, and lively shopping streets are also nearby, so you can visit them together. It’s also nice to come here for a walk after a meal. It’s a place worth stopping by!

  • 蘇自強
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    Anyone who has been to Japan has probably visited Ueno Park. Come for the cherry blossoms in spring and the fall foliage in autumn—it’s very relaxing and carefree! It’s easy to get to, and there are all kinds of food nearby!
    Sitting by the pond in autumn, with a cool breeze blowing gently and watching people come and go, I realized: “Life comes in all forms—just smile and take it in stride!”

  • Linda Liao
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    Ueno Park has something special to offer in every season, and the fall scenery is every bit as beautiful as the cherry blossoms in spring. Visit in the fall to enjoy the red maple leaves and golden ginkgo trees. It's especially pleasant to stroll through the park. If you're lucky, you may also come across live street performances, adding a bit more excitement and energy to the park.

    Besides the natural scenery, Ueno Park also has attractions such as art museums and a zoo, so you can spend an entire day exploring at a leisurely pace.

  • BobbyJenny
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    Ueno Park is lush and green, with charming scenery in every season. It’s especially lively during cherry blossom season.
    With nature, art museums, and museums all in one place, it’s a great spot for a walk or a relaxing break.

  • 金己田
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    Ueno Park is one of Tokyo’s best-known cherry blossom spots, but I didn’t realize until I got there just how lively the hanami atmosphere would be.
    Under the fully blooming cherry trees, people were everywhere—sitting on the ground, drinking, and hanging out. Around us were the sounds of food stalls and stage performances, and it honestly felt like a festival. It really showed me how passionate Japanese people are about cherry blossom viewing.
    If you’re coming to Tokyo for cherry blossoms with a group of friends and want to drink, celebrate, and experience the energetic hanami culture, this would definitely be my top pick.

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Details

Name in Japanese
上野恩賜公園（上野公園）
Postal Code
110-0007
Address
5-20 Uenokoen, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Telephone
03-3828-5644
Closed
No holidays　(Office Closed: December 29th-January 3rd)
Hours
5:00am-11:00pm
Admission
Free
Access
(1) About a 2-minute walk from the JR Yamanote Line, JR Keihin Tohoku Line, Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, and Hibiya Line’s Ueno Station
(2) About a 1-minute walk from the Keisei Line’s Keisei Ueno Station
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)
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