Ueno Park (上野公園, Ueno Kōen) is a large public park next to Ueno Station in central Tokyo. The park grounds were originally part of Kaneiji Temple, which used to be one of the city's largest and wealthiest temples and a family temple of the ruling Tokugawa clan during the Edo Period. Kaneiji stood in the northeast of the capital to protect the city from evil, much like Enryakuji Temple in Kyoto.
During the Boshin Civil War, which followed the Meiji Restoration in 1868, Kaneiji suffered nearly complete destruction in a battle between the victorious forces of the new Meiji government and loyalists of the overthrown shogunate. After the battle, the temple grounds were converted into one of Japan's first Western-style parks and opened to the public in 1873. A statue of Saigo Takamori, one of the generals in the Battle of Ueno, stands near the park's southern entrance.
At the southwestern end of the park lies Shinobazu Pond, one of many reminders of Kaneiji Temple's former grandeur. The pond represents Lake Biwako (in a reference to Kaneiji's model, the Enryakuji Temple of Kyoto, which overlooks Lake Biwako). On an island in the middle of the pond stands Bentendo, a temple hall dedicated to the goddess of Benten.
Today Ueno Park is famous for the many museums found on its grounds, especially the Tokyo National Museum, the National Museum for Western Art, the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum and the National Science Museum. It is also home to Ueno Zoo, Japan's first zoological garden.
Additionally, Ueno Park is one of Tokyo's most popular and lively cherry blossom spots with more than 1000 cherry trees lining its central pathway. The cherry blossoms are usually in bloom during late March and early April and attract large numbers of hanami parties.
Temples and shrines
Museums and zoos
Getting there and around
Ueno Park is next to JR Ueno Station. Easiest access is provided by the station's "Park Exit".
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Links and Resources
English
Japanese
Ueno Toshogu Shrine
Official website.Kaneiji Temple
Official website.Kiyomizu Kannon Temple
Official website.Bentendo Hall
Official website.Tokyo National Museum
Official website.National Museum of Nature and Science
Official website.Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Official website.National Museum for Western Art
Official website.Shitamachi Museum
Official website.Ueno Zoo
Official website.Hotels around Tokyo
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Section L Ueno-HirokojiSection L Ueno-Hirokoji is a recently renovated aparthotel in the centre of Tokyo, 100 metres from Kamezumiinari Shrine and 200 metres from Matsuzakaya Ueno. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The aparthotel features family rooms. The units at the aparthotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with slippers, a bidet and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the aparthotel, every unit has bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Ryuseido Shinjo-in Temple, Shitamachi Museum and Akihabara Neribei Park. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 21 km away.View on Booking.com -
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MIMARU Tokyo Ueno InarichoSituated in Tokyo, within 400 metres of The Shitaya Shrine and 200 metres of Hoon-ji Temple, MIMARU Tokyo Ueno Inaricho features accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 500 metres from Choen-ji Temple, 600 metres from Sogenji Temple and 800 metres from Ecute Ueno Shopping Mall. The property is 80 metres from Ryukoku-ji Temple, and within 6.1 km of the city centre. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. The rooms have a wardrobe. Popular points of interest near MIMARU Tokyo Ueno Inaricho include Seigyo-ji Temple, Tokaku-ji Temple and Rinko-ji Temple. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 22 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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MIMARU Tokyo Ueno OkachimachiFeaturing free WiFi throughout the property, MIMARU Tokyo Ueno Okachimachi is situated in Tokyo, 300 metres from Ryuseido Shinjo-in Temple and 500 metres from Shitamachi Museum. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as Saigo Takamori Statue, ?Marishiten Tokudaiji? Temple, and Miyamoto Park. The property is 300 metres from Kamezumiinari Shrine, and within 5 km of the city centre. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. The rooms will provide guests with a stovetop. Popular points of interest near MIMARU Tokyo Ueno Okachimachi include Kyu-Iwasaki-tei Garden, Matsuzakaya Ueno and Akihabara Neribei Park. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 21 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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&Here TOKYO UENOWell set in Tokyo, &Here TOKYO UENO provides 3-star accommodation close to Ryuseido Shinjo-in Temple and Shitamachi Museum. Popular points of interest nearby include Saigo Takamori Statue, Kamezumiinari Shrine and ?Marishiten Tokudaiji? Temple. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Selected rooms include a kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Matsuzakaya Ueno, Kyu-Iwasaki-tei Garden and Yokoyama Taikan Memorial Hall. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 22 km away.View on Booking.com -
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Section L Yushima-UenoAttractively located in the Bunkyo district of Tokyo, Section L Yushima-Ueno is situated 600 metres from Kamezumiinari Shrine, 600 metres from Shitamachi Museum and 600 metres from Kyu-Iwasaki-tei Garden. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is 200 metres from Ryuseido Shinjo-in Temple, and within 4.8 km of the city centre. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. All rooms in Section L Yushima-Ueno are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English and Japanese. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Matsuzakaya Ueno, Yushima Goryo Shrine and Origami Kaikan. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 21 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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NOHGA HOTEL UENO TOKYOIdeally situated in Tokyo, NOHGA HOTEL UENO TOKYO features air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. Private parking is available on site. The rooms have a kettle and a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, while selected rooms also boast a kitchenette fitted with a microwave. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. A buffet, ? la carte or continental breakfast is available each morning at the property. Popular points of interest near NOHGA HOTEL UENO TOKYO include The Shitaya Shrine, Choen-ji Temple and Ryukoku-ji Temple. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 21 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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MIMARU Tokyo Ueno NorthSituated 1.5 km from Sensoji Temple, MIMARU Tokyo Ueno North provides free WiFi in all areas. The accommodation features a hot tub. The units have a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge. There is a private bathroom with bath. A coin launderette is available on site. Edo Tokyo Museum is 2.6 km from the aparthotel, while Tokyo Skytree is 2.8 km away. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 18 km from MIMARU Tokyo Ueno North.View on Booking.com -
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MONday Apart Premium UENO OKACHIMACHIMONday Apart Premium UENO OKACHIMACHI provides accommodation within 4.9 km of the centre of Tokyo, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a toaster, a fridge and a stovetop. This 4-star aparthotel offers a lift and full-day security. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a microwave, a kettle, a bidet, slippers and a desk. At the aparthotel, every unit has bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Kamezumiinari Shrine, Akihabara Neribei Park and Convention Room AP Akihabara. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 21 km away.View on Booking.com -
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YADOYA UguisuLocated in the Taito district in Tokyo, YADOYA Uguisu offers 3-star rooms with free WiFi. The property is set 700 metres from Tokugawa Ietsuna's Mausoleum Gate Plaque, 1.3 km from Tokyo National Museum The Heiseikan and less than 1 km from Front gate of Honobo In Kanei-ji Temple. The property is non-smoking and is situated 300 metres from Chosho-ji Temple. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. All units will provide guests with a stovetop. Popular points of interest near YADOYA Uguisu include Akiba Shrine, Kemmyo-in Temple and Kissho-in Temple. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 22 km away.View on Booking.com -
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hotel aimaSituated conveniently in the centre of Tokyo, hotel aima provides 3-star accommodation close to Matsuzakaya Ueno and The Shitaya Shrine. The property is set 400 metres from Atre Ueno Shopping Mall, 500 metres from Ueno Royal Museum and 700 metres from Ryukoku-ji Temple. The hotel offers city views, a terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. At hotel aima all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Shitamachi Museum, Saigo Takamori Statue and ?Marishiten Tokudaiji? Temple. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 21 km from hotel aima.View on Booking.com
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