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- Asia
- Japan
- Tokyo
- Ueno Zoo
Ueno Zoo
The oldest zoological garden in Japan, Ueno Zoo is one of
Tokyo's most popular attractions for children and adults alike.
Boasting exotic animals such as giant pandas, polar bears, Indian
lions, Sumatran tigers, wolverines and gorillas, children of al
ages will love this zoo. It also features a Small Mammal House,
Reptile House and even a petting zoo where children can meet Okapis
and aye-ayes, two very rare species. Zoo guides offer 45-minute
tours twice a day.
Information & Facts
Address
9-83, Ueno Park, Taito-ku
Admission
¥600 (adults); ¥200 (students); Children free, other
concessions available.
Language
Japanese is the official language. Most Japanese people
will have studied English at school, but few can speak it well or
understand what is said to them.
Money
The currency is the Japanese Yen (JPY), which is equal to 100
sen. Major credit cards are accepted in the larger hotels and
stores, but most Japanese operate with cash. Cash and travellers
cheques can be exchanged in banks, post offices and currency
exchange bureaux. Banks are usually open Monday to Friday 9am to
3pm. Travellers cheques offer the best exchange rate and are best
taken in US dollars. ATMs do not accept all credit and debit cards;
only the international ATMs in post offices, airports and some
major stores.
Opening Times
Open Tuesday to Sunday 9:30am-5pm (last tickets sold
at 4pm). Closed Mondays.
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