Ueno Onshi Koen, Shinobazunoike Pond, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Shinobazunoike Park in Ueno is famous as one of the best lotus viewing spots in Tokyo.
Large lotus blossoms fill the surface of the vast lotus pond. A summer festival is also held with stalls open.
Why not come and see the fantastic lotuses that color the summer mornings?
| best time to see (cherry blossom viewing season) | Mid-July to mid-August |
| opening hours (of a park, etc.) | all day |
| admission fee | free |
| Location | Ueno Onshi Koen Shinobazu Pond 5-20 Ueno Koen, Taito-ku, Tokyo |
| Access | Train/Bus] 5 min. walk from “Ueno Station” of JR, Tokyo Metro and Keisei Line [Car] Paid parking available in the vicinity |
Lotus of Shinobazuno Pond in Ueno Onshi Park Outline
Shinobazunoike Pond was created in the Edo period (1603-1868) as a lotus pond for Kan-eiji Temple, and since the Meiji period (1868-1912) it has been a popular recreational spot for ward residents. Every year in late June, lotus leaves begin to cover the surface of the water, and in mid-July, white, peach, and light red flowers bloom in the early morning. Since the lotus flowers open slowly at sunrise and close in the morning, it is best to visit early in the morning, just after the park opens, from mid-July to mid-August, when the best viewing time is from mid-July to mid-August.
A floating pier called the “lotus-viewing deck” has been installed in the park, allowing visitors to stretch their legs to admire the pond near its center. With Benten-do Hall and the stone bridge on Shinobazu-dori Avenue in the background, the scenery looks like a painting in combination with the appearance of an old temple. Wind chimes are lined up along the deck, and the sounds of summer can be felt.
The lotuses bloom in the morning and close in the afternoon, so early morning is recommended.
- Excellent accessibility Easy to get to by train from Tokyo and close to the station.
- The overwhelming number of lotuses The lotus spreading over the vast Shinobazuno Pond is one of Ueno’s most popular features, along with the cherry blossoms.
- Many food stands and stalls will be set up to provide a summer festival atmosphere.
- Lotus blooms in the morning. We recommend visiting as early in the morning as possible.
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