Ueno Zoological Gardens is the first modern zoo in Japan. Founded in 1882, it has grown over the years, expanded its area to 14.4 ha (35.6 acres) and been the flagship of the Japanese zoo world.

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The Ueno Zoo (恩賜上野動物園, Onshi Ueno Dōbutsuen) is a 14.3-hectare (35-acre) zoo, managed by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, and located in Taitō, Tokyo, Japan. It is Japan's oldest zoo, opened on March 20, 1882.

Ueno Zoo opens 9:30 to 17:00 (tickets sold until 16:00) and closes every Monday (closes Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday or Tokyo Citizen's Day [Oct 1]) and December 29 through January 1. Exceptional opening days and hours: We open irregularly on some Mondays as well as on Tuesdays even if Monday is a public holiday.

One of Japan's most beloved zoos, Ueno Zoo includes many unusual animals, such as Hokkaido brown beans, Japanese macaques, and wild cormorants.

Ueno Zoo is the oldest zoo in Japan and one of Ueno's greatest attractions. The zoo began as a collection of wild animals affiliated with the National Museum of Natural History and first opened as a public zoo on March 20, 1882.

Apr 5, 2024 · Explore Ueno Zoo, Tokyo's oldest zoo featuring over 3,000 animals from around the globe. Discover its history, key attractions, and visitor info here.

Jan 29, 2021 · Ueno Zoo is Japan's most famous zoo. Located inside Ueno Onshi Park (or Ueno Park for short) there is no place quite like here for seeing different kinds of wildlife up close.

Ueno Zoological Gardens, Japan's flagship zoo, looks after some 3,000 animals. Visitors can learn how they are cared for and gain insight into the zoo's unique history as the first established in Japan.

Mar 21, 2025 · Ueno Zoo is home to a diverse array of animals. Gorillas: check out their natural group behavior! The Japanese serow and Ezo sika deer exhibit: a hot photo spot; Aye-aye: a critically endangered and precious species ; Polar bears: Ueno Zoo’s popular and playful animals; Giant pandas: Ueno’s iconic animals draw long lines