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Ueno is a well known sight-seeing area, with many museums, an expansive park, and those oh so famous pandas at the Ueno zoo. In addition to being a great spot for tourists, it is also a great place to live!
If you are looking for that inner-city vibe, without breaking the bank, you should definitely consider living in Ueno. To the east of Ueno station there are many affordable housing options surrounded by restaurants and izakayas. Directly south of Ueno you an find the Ameyoko, a very popular open air market. During the day Ameyoko offers a wide array of shopping options and at night it turns into a bustling nightlife district with cheap standing izakayas, sports bars, live houses, and more.
If bustling city life isn't your thing and you are looking for a more quiet, peaceful place to live, don't rule out Ueno just yet! Go west of Ueno park and you will come across Nezu, a primarily residential area situated nearby Tokyo University of the Arts.
Apartments in Ueno can be accessed via Ueno Station (JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, and many more). Ueno station is a major train hub in Tokyo so please consider it if you are looking for a place that easily connects all over the city.
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The smallest of all 23 wards in Tokyo, Taito offers a balance of popular tourist destinations, “shitamachi” or downtown vibes, and quiet residential neighborhoods.
Man-made town with high-rise residential buildings. Family oriented shopping malls and parks. The waterfront park and promenade with beautiful nighttime views.
Best known for a local old-fashioned mall, Nakano Broadway. as a residential town, the town is densely populated. Despite the town being in the central of Tokyo, Nakano gives a down-to-earth feeling.
Vibrant and full of the best brand-name shopping and entertainment in Tokyo as well as a large variety of dining options. From Michelin star restaurants to affordable chains.