The area extending from Ueno to Asakusa is part of the historical Shitamachi (literally "low city") district of Tokyo, which is often associated with working-class traditions and culture as well as their distinct accent.

Numerous Buddhist temples can also be found in the park, including the Bentendo, dedicated to the goddess Benzaiten, on an island in Shinobazu Pond.

The Kan'ei-ji, a major temple for the Tokugawa shōguns, also stands in this area, with its pagoda now located within the grounds of Ueno Zoo.

It is the origin of Orient Watch Co., Ltd.[3] Public high schools are operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Board of Education.

Parts of Ueno 3 and 5-6 chome are zoned to Okachimachi Taito Junior High School (御徒町台東中学校).