# Ueno Zoological Gardens

Japan's oldest zoo (est. 1882) sits inside Ueno Park and houses over 3,000 animals across 400 species. The resident giant pandas are a major draw — Japan is one of the few countries where viewing them is easy. A short monorail connects the east and west sections of the park.

## Key Facts
- **Type**: activity
- **Address**: 9-83 Uenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-8711
- **Website**: https://www.tokyo-zoo.net/english/ueno/
- **Hours**: Tue–Sun 9:30 AM–5 PM (last entry 4 PM), closed Mondays Open some holiday Mondays; closed Dec 29–Jan 1.
- **Entry**: Adults ¥600; Ages 13-15 ¥200; Ages 12 and under Free (Tokyo residents under 12 free).
- **Price tier**: budget

## Family Amenities
- giant-pandas
- petting-area
- children-zoo
- monorail
- multiple-food-stalls

## Insider Tips
Combine with Ueno Park's museums for a full day. Arrive early on weekends — the park area fills by noon. The panda viewing can have long queues; check the zoo's queue status board at the entrance.


## Sources
- [Ueno Zoological Gardens — Tokyo Zoo Net](https://www.tokyo-zoo.net/english/ueno/)

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