Ueno Toshogu Shrine

Ueno Toshogu is a Shinto shrine located in the Taito ward of Tokyo, Japan. First established in 1627 and renovated in 1651, the shrine has remained mostly intact since that time, making it a great example of Shinto architecture in the Edo period. Several of those surviving structures have been designated Important Cultural Properties. Located inside of Ueno Park, As such, access is easy from the many exits to the park at Ueno Station (JR Line, Tokyo Metro Hibiya and Ginza Lines, or Keisei Line), Ueno Tōshō-gū has become a popular attraction. There is no admission fee for visitors to enter most of the shrine precincts, but there is a fee 500¥ in order to go beyond the karamon. The shrines opens at 9 am - 4:30 pm (from October to February) or 5:30 pm (from March to September). #historicculture #travelinspiration #japan #unforgettableexperiences #urbanexplorer