UENO ZOO

Established in 1882, Ueno Zoo is the oldest Zoo in Japan. Aside for a recreational usage, the zoo also serves as a forerunner for wildlife conservation and public education. As an effort to breed endangered species, the Ueno Zoo has created the Gorilla Woods and Tiger Forest. It currently houses over 3000 animals and 400 species. As a bonus, the zoo also features a 5 story pagoda and traditional tea house to give the zoo a more Japanese feel.

Some of the popular animals in the zoo include the Giant Panda (there are only 1800 left in the world), their elephants and monkeys!

Entrance fee:

600 Yen for adults, 300 Yen for 65&over, 200 Yen for students (13-15), Free for 12&under

Photo credit: Mainichi Shinbun

Address: 9-8-3 Uenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-8711

Hours: Closed Mondays, 9:30am - 5pm

*If Monday is a holiday then it is open and closed the following day.

Website: https://www.tokyo-zoo.net/english/ueno/index.html

How to get there: A 5 minute walk from the Ueno Station, Park Exit on the JR Lines.