Ueno Zoo

The 14.3-hectare facility contains two main sections, the East Gardens and West Gardens, housing 3,000 animals from 300 different species.

Founded in 1882 as Japan's first zoological garden, the institution began as a menagerie connected to the National Museum of Natural History.

The zoo maintains a collection of native Japanese wildlife, including Hokkaido brown bears and Japanese serows, representing the country's natural heritage.

Located near Ueno Station, the zoo operates daily from 9:30 to 17:00, offering accessibility features for visitors with reduced mobility.

The facility houses giant pandas, which exist in only three locations across Japan, making it a center for panda research and conservation.

Location: Ueno-kōen

Inception: 1882

Official opening: March 20, 1882

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Fee: Yes

Charge: 600 JPY

Part of: Ueno Imperial Grant Park

Address: 東京都台東区上野公園9-83 110-8711

Opening Hours: Monday off;Tuesday-Sunday 09:30-17:00; December 29-Jan01

Phone: +81338285171

Website: https://tokyo-zoo.net/korean/ueno

GPS coordinates: 35.71750,139.77139

Latest update: November 25, 2025 08:24