They say the devil is in the details, but in this case, it’s a panda.
Installed near the entrance to Ueno Zoo, the Panda Post Box is one of Japan’s most unique mailboxes. It’s designed with the beaming face of a panda, complete with a tail and panda ears that stick out. It was unveiled in August 2011, along with the release of a special stamp that features Takamori Saigo and a panda on the side.
Japan has a way of highlighting an area’s main attractions using mundane objects like post boxes, floor tiles, and even drain covers. Always keep an eye out as you travel around; it’s always a pleasant surprise to find unusual designs in unexpected places.
How to Get to the Panda Post Box
Panda Post Box (上野動物園前 パンダポスト)
Open 24 hours (post collection times vary)
8-minute walk from JR Ueno Station
