Ueno

Tokyo

Ueno
Ueno
Ueno
Ueno
Ueno
Try the hanami tradition of admiring flowers as you walk past cherry blossoms and delve into the history of this area through its museums and ornate temples.

As a neighborhood filled with Baroque temples and traditional memorials, Ueno provides a window into the customs and traditions of old-world Japan. The large Ueno Park on the northern side also makes Ueno among Tokyo’s leafiest quarters. Explore Ueno’s many museums and galleries for a sense of the culture today.

Admire the works of art adorning the halls of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum and the University Art Museum. Study the contemporary works in the historic setting of a former bathhouse in the SCAI the Bathhouse gallery. You’ll also find a range of modern pieces decorating the white walls of the Ueno Royal Museum, which stands in the picturesque setting of Ueno Park.

On a sunny day in spring, venture along the avenues lined by cherry blossom trees and watch their petals fall to the ground and decorate the park in a layer of light pink. Participate in the Japanese tradition of hanami, the art of admiring flowers.

Glimpse the spiritual side of Ueno by visiting its many Buddhist temples. A highlight is the park’s Bentendo Temple, with a red hexagonal tower that appears to float atop the Shinobazu Pond. Visit the remaining pagoda from the Kaneiji Temple, which today stands in the Ueno Zoo.

Bring your kids on an educational tour of the International Library of Children’s Literature. Purchase kitchen supplies and have dinner in one of the many restaurants along Kappabashi Street, the culinary heart of the neighborhood.

Find the district in the Taito ward in the northern part of central Tokyo. Ride a bus or metro from the city center to the Okachimachi Station, in the heart of Ueno. Make sure to discover the treasures of the neighboring quarters of Taito City, Bunkyo City and Arakawa City.

Ueno showcases Japan through its historic temples, intriguing museums and gorgeous park adorned with shrines and cherry blossom trees.


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Top hotels in Ueno

Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
4.5 out of 5
2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-Ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is P20,595 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
P20,595
P26,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 10 restaurants, and 5 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,096 reviews)
"Excelentes personas"

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2025

Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
3 out of 5
1-11-10 Yokoami, Sumida, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is P3,000 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
P3,000
P3,630 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,245 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is P9,478 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
P9,478
P11,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,888 reviews)
"Compact, convenient, comfortable. Very helpful staff. Centrally located, walking distance from shopping, dining and subways. No vegetarian options at breakfast. Godzilla is currently not accessible for visitors. Concierge service was very good and Yogi was generous with his time to search for us ..."

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2025

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 15 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,334 reviews)
"I recently spent eight days at this hotel, and I can confidently say that my experience was overwhelmingly positive. The hotel’s cleanliness was impressive; every area, from the lobby to my room, was spotless and well-maintained. The housekeeping staff was attentive and diligent, ensuring that my ..."

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2025

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
4 out of 5
2-7-1 Hanedakuko, Oota, Tokyo, Tokyo
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,880 reviews)
Don’t miss the onsen.
"So nice!!! This hotel offers so many amenities and is so clean and comfortable and convenient. Go to the onsen on the top floor/terrace!!! Not to be missed. Literally a highlight of my time in Tokyo."

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
4 out of 5
4-10-30 Takanawa Minato-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is P6,757 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
P6,757
P8,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,820 reviews)
"Convenient location to train station"

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2025

Shinagawa Prince Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Ueno

Akihabara

Akihabara

While you're in Akihabara, take in top sights like Akihabara Electric Town and jump on the metro at Suehirocho Station to see more of the city.

Akihabara
Taito featuring a city and street scenes

Taito

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Taito. Sensoji Temple is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Iriya Station or Tawaramachi Station to see more of Tokyo.

Taito
Yanaka featuring street scenes

Yanaka

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Yanaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Asakura Choso Museum or Tenno-ji Temple.

Yanaka
Sensō-ji Temple showing a temple or place of worship, signage and religious aspects

Asakusa

5/5(4 area reviews)

Asakusa is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sensoji Temple or Asakusa Shrine.

Asakusa
Akihabara Electric Town which includes street scenes, a city and signage

Chiyoda

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chiyoda. Nippon Budokan is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Kudanshita Station or Takebashi Station to see more of Tokyo.

Chiyoda
Marunouchi featuring a high rise building, a city and a fountain

Marunouchi

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Marunouchi. Spend some time visiting top spots like Imperial Garden Theatre, and catch the metro at Nijubashimae (Marunouchi) Station or Otemachi Station to see more of the area.

Marunouchi


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