๐ธ Must-Visit Spots in Ueno
1๏ธโฃ Cherry Blossom Avenue ๐ฟ๐Over 1,300 cherry blossom trees create a pink ocean. The "light red clouds" described by Lu Xun are right here! ๐ธ 2๏ธโฃ Ueno Zoo ๐ผ ๐ฟ๐Japan's oldest zoo! Get ready to be charmed by the adorable pandas "Xiang Xiang" and "Li Li." ๐ผ 3๏ธโฃ Museums & Art Galleries ๐ธ ๐ฟ๐A paradise for art lovers! The Tokyo National Museum houses 87 national treasures, while the National Museum of Western Art features works by Monet and Picasso. The National Museum of Nature and Science has dinosaur fossils! Check the special exhibitions in advance and note that they are closed on Mondays. ๐จ 4๏ธโฃ Ueno Toshogu Shrine ๐๏ธ The shrine dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu. The 6-meter-high "Oni Lantern" is incredibly impressive! ๐ฎ 5๏ธโฃ Shinobazu Pond ๐ชท ๐ฟ๐A summer-only lotus pond! Enjoy swan boat rides, water concerts, and visit the aquarium and wild black swans by the pond. ๐บ 6๏ธโฃ Ameyoko: Down-to-Earth Snack Heaven! Try takoyaki, ichigo daifuku, and freshly grilled seafood. Spend just 1,000 yen and eat your heart out! ๐ฟ๐Under the elevated railway, you'll also find American retro clothing stores. ๐ #Tokyo ๐ฟ๐