It only takes about 30 minutes from Ueno to get here. The street is lined with lots of old shops, some of which have been around for over a hundred years. Highly recommend trying the grilled rice crackers and eel rice—they're must-haves! There are also nostalgic candy stores that remind me of my childhood. You really get to experience the culture of Japan's Showa era.
The park is huge and spacious. During autumn, the fall leaves and ginkgo trees are so beautiful—you'll end up taking tons of photos! Even outside of the fall foliage season, it's still a great place to visit.