Ueno Park - Sakura Season

One of Tokyo's most popular cherry blossom spots

Susan Tumanon Mar 25, 2013 - 1 min read

Statue of Prince Komatsu Akihito - a multi awarded Japanese soldier and politician

A long line of cherry blossom trees. Everyone is looking up or taking pictures

Behind the lines are spaces for cherry blossom parties Some wait for more than 4 hours just to reserve the space.

Beautiful cherry blooms behind the beautiful blue sky

After a long walk, eating ice cream seems like a good idea

Young and old, even the cute dogs are enjoying the view

I often see Ueno Park on Japanese TV whenever cherry blossom season approaches. I decided to see what the buzz was all about. The park is full of Japanese locals and tourists alike. After going to the park, you can spend the rest of the day visiting nearby museums, shrines, Ueno Zoo, or Shinobazu pond. A lot of articles have also been written about Ueno Park and its surrounding attractions. Here are some of them - Ueno Park, Ueno Zoo, Shinobazu Pond, Ameyoko, Tokyo National Museum. You can even get a free English guided tour of Ueno Park.

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Susan Tumanon @susan.tumanon

I have always been fascinated with the Japanese culture so I pursued that fascination and came to Japan. I am finally living my dream and enjoying every moment of it. I lived in Kyoto for a year and a half and recently moved to Kanagawa. There is so much to discover in Japan. Come join me in my a...