Japan’s oldest zoo, established in 1882, is also Tokyo’s most popular, thanks mainly to its central location in Ueno Park and its range of beasts, including a giant panda and a Sumatran tiger. You’ll find the panda in the eastern section, along with elephants, lions, gorillas, sea lions and assorted bears. Don’t be discouraged by the crowds, though; the western section across the bridge is less busy and offers opportunities to interact with animals in a petting zoo and to watch a huge alligator relaxing in the reptile house.
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- Address
- 9-83 Ueno Koen, Taito-ku
- Tokyo
- Transport:
- Ueno Station (Yamanote, Ginza, Hibiya lines), park exit.
- Price:
- ¥600, junior high students ¥200, free for primary school students or younger. Free entry Mar 20, May 4, Oct 1.
- Opening hours:
- 9.30am-5pm, closed Mon (Tue if Mon is a holiday)
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