Changes to the viewing procedures for the former Kan'ei-ji Temple Five-storied Pagoda within Ueno Zoo.
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October 6, 2026
Ueno Zoo has many attractions, but in addition to its diverse range of exhibited animals, its beautiful scenery and historical buildings are also major draws. The former Five-storied Pagoda of Kan'ei-ji Temple, a nationally designated important cultural property, has been cherished by many as a building that allows visitors to feel the history of Ueno.
Until now, the walking route that allowed visitors to view Five-storied Pagoda up close was located within the grounds of Ueno Zoo, and only those who had paid admission to the zoo could stroll around it. In order to allow more people to see Five-storied Pagoda, the entrances and exits to the walking route will be changed as shown in the table below.
Please take the time to fully appreciate the charm of these important cultural properties up close.
Date of change
Starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Changes
Changes | Before change | After change |
|---|---|---|
Tour route entrance/exit | Within the grounds of Ueno Zoo (Admission fee required) | Outside the grounds of Ueno Zoo (No entrance fee required) |
*The opening days and hours for the sightseeing route are the same as the opening days and hours of Ueno Zoo.
We will inform you again if there are any changes to the operation in the future.
Notes and Precautions
・To access the sightseeing route (publicly accessible area), please enter from the approach to Ueno Toshogu Shrine, located within Ueno Park.
・While you cannot enter or exit the walking route from within Ueno Zoo grounds, you can view Five-storied Pagoda from behind the fence.
Japanese Serow cannot be seen from the sightseeing route.
