A one-day tour guide to Ueno Park and Tokyo National Museum, a complete guide!

Tokyo Ueno Park and Tokyo International Museum one-day itinerary: 9:30 - 13:00: Arrive at Ueno Station and go to the Tokyo National Museum to experience the charm of history and culture. 13:00 - 15:00: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant near the park or inside Ueno Station, and try eel rice or other Japanese delicacies. 15:00 - 17:00: Stroll through Ueno Park and enjoy the natural beauty. You can visit Ueno Zoo or Shinobazu Pond. Introduction to Tokyo National Museum Tokyo National Museum is the oldest and largest museum in Japan, located in Ueno Park. Not only does it have a rich collection, but its architecture also combines traditional and modern aesthetics. Walking through it, you can feel the fusion of history and art everywhere. The museum houses a vast collection of Japanese and East Asian art and cultural relics. This cultural feast is not to be missed. Here is a super detailed guide👇 Basic Information🏠 Address: 13-9 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo Opening hours: 9:30-17:00 (no admission at 16:30), closed on Mondays (if Monday is a holiday, closed the next day) Tickets: 1,000 yen for adults, 500 yen for college students, free for high school students and below Recommended tour route🗺️ Main building (main building): core building, displaying historical relics from ancient to modern Japan, including national treasures and important cultural properties, such as ancient pottery, swords, Buddhist art, Ukiyo-e, etc., recommended to visit for 1-1.5 hours. Heisei-kan: Mainly exhibits Japanese archaeological relics and special exhibitions (special exhibitions require additional tickets and the content changes with the season), including Jomon and Yayoi period pottery and tools. It is recommended to visit for 1 hour. Oriental Pavilion: Focuses on East Asian art, displaying ancient Chinese bronzes, ceramics, calligraphy and paintings, Korean Goryeo celadon, Indian Buddha statues and Southeast Asian art. It is recommended to visit for 1 hour. Horyuji Treasure House: displays precious cultural relics donated by Horyuji Temple in Nara. The building has a unique design and mainly displays Buddhist artworks and metal crafts. It is recommended to visit for 30 minutes. Hyokeikan: One of the museum's oldest buildings, it is now mostly used for special exhibitions. Special exhibitions require separate tickets, and whether to visit depends on the content of the exhibition. Useful tips📒 Audio guide: Multi-language (including Chinese) audio guides are available for rent for about 500 yen, helping you gain a deeper understanding of the exhibits. Luggage storage: Free storage service is provided. Transportation: JR Ueno Station (park entrance), walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line and Hibiya Line Ueno Station Introduction to Ueno Park: Ueno Park is known as the "back garden of Tokyo" and is beautiful in all seasons. In spring, cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and the pink sea of ​​flowers is like a dream; in autumn, maple leaves are like fire, and the forest is dyed with all colors. The park also has attractions such as Ueno Zoo and Shinobazu Pond, making it a great place for a leisurely stroll. #TokyoItinerary