Good to know
- Tickets
- No entry fees for the neighbourhood or most temples.
- Time needed
- Two to three hours for a full walk.
- Best time
- Weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
- Getting there
- Ten minutes from Ueno on the JR Yamanote Line to Nippori Station.
Itineraries with Yanaka
Yanaka is on day 4
Yanaka is on day 4
Yanaka is on day 4
Day 4 of Tokyo in 5 Days
Ueno and Yanaka
How Yanaka fits into a day.- 9:30Ueno ParkUeno
- 10:30Tokyo National MuseumUeno
- 14:00Ameya-YokochōUeno
- 16:00YanakaYanaka
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Yanaka questions
What to see in Yanaka?
The Yanaka Cemetery and the old shopping arcade are the main draws. Several small temples line the streets.
Is Yanaka good for walking?
Yes. The area has narrow lanes and few cars in parts.
When is Yanaka Cemetery open?
The grounds are open daily from early morning until evening. Hours vary by season.
