Arakawa Yuen

Retro riverside amusement park run by the ward.

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Address: 6-35-11 Nishiogu, Arakawa-ku
Hours: 9:00-17:00 (closed Tue)
Price: 800 yen adults
Nearest station: Arakawa-yuenchimae (Tokyo Sakura Tram)

Small zoo, Ferris wheel and pony rides for families.

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