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Ghibli Museum MitakavsUeno Park
Both are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Ghibli Museum scores marginally better than Ueno Park. Ghibli Museum is ranked #7 in Tokyo with accolades from 6 reviews such as Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
Ghibli Museum Mitaka
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
Atlas Obscura
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
The Wall Street Journal
1-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013
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Frommer's "Only fans of Japanese animation (anime) may find the obstacles of visiting this unique museum worth the effort." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This guided tour around the former studio of Japan's foremost animated filmmaker is an enchanting experience."
Travel + Leisure "The museum for the animation legend, Hayao Miyazaki (and his Studio Ghibli) is a dream for fans of his work." Full review
Afar Magazine "A great trip with the kids or adult fans of Miyazaki's films." Full review
Atlas Obscura "A magical place that lets you play in and explore the world of Studio Ghibli. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A lush park setting makes this museum feel like a secret, but it has been booked solid since it opened." Full review
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Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Master animator Hayao Miyazaki, whose Studio Ghibli produced Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away, designed this museum himself." Full review
The Wall Street Journal "The brainchild of anime film giant Hayao Miyazaki is full of whimsy, both for children and adults"
Ueno Park Michelin Guide Condé Nast Traveler
National Geographic
The Telegraph Frommer's
Uenokoen, Taito, Tokyo 110-0007
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Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This park, which is the largest and oldest in Tokyo, really captures the imagination." Full review
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Come here in April for the sight of the cherry trees in blossom.
Condé Nast Traveler "Tokyo's first public park, Ueno Park took over what was once the sacred temple grounds of Kan'ei-ji Temple, no longer standing after being destroyed in the Boshin War in 1868." Full review
National Geographic "The park also features temples, shrines, pagodas, a pond, and the Ueno Zoo, home to giant pandas. " Full review
The Telegraph "Museums, gardens, shrines, lotus ponds and even a few pandas at the zoo – the expansive, green Ueno Park is a great one-stop shop." Full review
Frommer's "One of the largest parks in Tokyo and one of the most popular places in the city for Japanese families on a day's outing. It's a cultural mecca, with a number of attractions." Full review
