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Ueno Zoo

Japan

Best timeFeb–Mar & Nov–Dec

Set inJapan

In season~59°F high

Climate34–90°F

CurrencyJPY

LanguageJapanese

TimezoneUTC+09:00

On the map

Map showing the location of Ueno Zoo

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Historical monthly weather

Sunny share of daylightJan · 62%

WarmestAug · 90°F

WettestJul

Best windowFeb–Mar & Nov–Dec

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Ueno Zoo 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. It is served by Ueno Station, Keisei Ueno Station and Nezu Station, with convenient access from several public transportation networks.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Feb–Mar & Nov–Dec. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

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National Diet Library

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Ueno Zoo?

The best time to visit Ueno Zoo is February–March & November–December, in Japan.

Where is Ueno Zoo?

Ueno Zoo is in Japan.

What is Ueno Zoo known for?

The Ueno Zoo 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. It is served by Ueno Station, Keisei Ueno Station and Nezu Station, with convenient access from several public transportation networks.

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