Amidst the towering skyscrapers of downtown Tokyo and the low grey concrete of the suburbs, it can be easy to lose touch with nature. Though there are more than a handful of world-class parks, Tokyo isn’t typically famous for its green space....
Unlike Akihabara, which comprises the first part of this tour, Ueno offers a more laidback atmosphere. Dominated by the central Ueno park, the area is home to several museums, temples, and shrines—not to mention a massive zoo. It’s a little less flashy...