Next to Iknohata 2-chome public restroom
Designated smoking area · Taito City, Tokyo
Hours
Open 24 Hours
Days
Open every day
Type
Outdoor
Fee
Free
Address
Next to Iknohata 2-chome public restroom
2-4 Ikenohata, Taito City
Next to Ikenohata 2-chome Public Restroom Smoking Guide: Location & Hours
If you are exploring the western edge of Ueno Park or wandering through the historic streets of Ikenohata, finding a legal spot to light up can be a challenge. Tokyo's Taito Ward enforces strict non-smoking ordinances on public streets. Fortunately, the outdoor designated smoking area next to the Ikenohata 2-chome public restroom provides a convenient, legal, and free place for smokers to take a break. It is highly accessible for those walking between the Yanesen (Yanesen/Nezu) neighborhood and the scenic Shinobazu Pond.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exact Location | Next to the public restroom, 2-4 Ikenohata, Taito City, Tokyo |
| Access | Nezu Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line) - Exit 2 (approx. 6-minute walk) or Keisei-Ueno Station (approx. 9-minute walk) |
| Type | Outdoor (Designated standing zone with ash receptacles) |
| Opening Hours | Open 24 Hours |
| Days Open | Open every day (365 days a year) |
| Fee | Free |
How to Find It & Local Rules
This public smoking area is located directly alongside the Ikenohata 2-chome public restroom, a standalone brick-and-concrete facility positioned right off the main road (Shinobazu-dori), flanking the quiet residential/park boundary. To spot it, look for the green and white public restroom structure; the designated smoking space is clearly marked with Taito Ward’s official smoking area signage and equipped with public ashtrays.
Taito Ward Smoking Rules
Please be aware that Taito Ward (Taito-ku) enforces a strict ban on street smoking. Lighting up on the street, while walking, or riding a bicycle outside of designated zones is illegal. Violators face an on-the-spot fine of 2,000 JPY. Always use designated spots like this one to keep Tokyo clean and avoid fines.
Nearby Landmarks
Orienting yourself is easy, as this smoking spot is situated near several major Tokyo attractions:
- Shinobazu Pond (Ueno Park): Located just a 2-minute walk east, this famous pond is known for its massive lotus flowers, temple views, and swan boats.
- Former Iwasaki House Garden (Kyu-Iwasaki-tei Gardens): A spectacular Meiji-era historic site and garden located just a 5-minute walk south of this spot.
- Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum & Ueno Zoo: Easily reachable if you walk through the park grounds directly from the Ikenohata exit side.