Access

Access to neighboring cities

Access to neighboring cities

Access from major airport

Access from major airport

All Areas

Snow Area

Sugadaira

An area where you can go empty-handed in winter and enjoy skiing. Different flowers are beautiful in all four seasons, but we recommend spring – fall for those who love the mountains and nature.

Access
50 min from Ueda Station by Ueda Bus Sugadaira Line.

Historic Area

Sanada

An area where you can learn about the samurai Sanada, who is immensely popular with Japanese people judging by the castle ruins and temples. Recommended for those interested in Japanese history and ninjas.

Access
30 min from Ueda Station by the Ueda Bus Sanada, Soehi, Shibusawa, or Sugadaira Line. We recommend getting off at the. Sanada Jichi Center stop. 300 yen.

City Area

City Center

The central area that developed around Ueda Castle as a castle town and post town. Each street has its own character, making the streetscape ideal for strolling, and it is further enriched by having places to stop ranging from long-established shops with local delicacies to fashionable cafés.

Access
Ueda Station.

Hot Springs Area

Bessho Hot Springs

The ley line recognized as a Japan heritage site for “The Sacred Place of Sun and Earth” is the power spot Shiodadaira, and Bessho Hot Springs is Nagano Prefecture’s oldest hot spring area. Why not feel the “wa” or “peace” of being pampered at a ryokan?

Access
40 min from Ueda Station by Ueda Dentetsu Bessho Line. Get off at Bessho Onsen Station. 590 yen.

Hot Springs Area

Maruko Hot Springs Area

You can make an extended stay at Kakeyu, where the hot springs are used as treatments, while the Reisenji Hot Springs is more intimate. A park where flowers bloom year round and an internationally-recognized winery are recent additions.

Access
Kakeyu Hot Springs: 1 hr from Ueda Station by Chikuma Bus Kakeyu Line. Get off at Kakeyu Onsen Bus Stop. 500 yen.
Maruko Winery: 12 min from Oya Station by bus. Get off at Maruko Winery. 300 yen.

Highlands Area

Takeishi/
Utsukushigahara Highlands

An abundance of nature remains in the countryside of Takeshi. Further to the south is Utsukushigahara Highlands, a quasi-national park boasting an elevation of 2,000 m, where you should be sure to check out the art museum with its impressive open-air sculptures.

Access
Takeshi Area: 40 min from Ueda Station by car. Utsukushigahara Highlands: 1 hr from Ueda Station by car..
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Nearby Sightseeing Spots

Karuizawa

This town is famous internationally as a holiday home and resort area, and the sprawling shopping mall in the middle of this location blessed with an abundance of nature is also popular.

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Access from Ueda Sta.

18 min by shinkansen (bullet train)

Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route

One of the world’s leading mountain sightseeing routes, the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route runs through the 3,000 m class peaks of the Northern Japan Alps.

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Access from Ueda Sta.

2 hr by car

Kusatsu Hot Springs

One of Japan’s 3 major hot spring areas, Kusatsu Hot Springs has the famous “yubatake” or “hot water field” at its center, and there are many shops in this vibrant hot spring town.

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Access from Ueda Sta.

1 and a half hr by car

Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park

In this popular spot, you can see wild monkeys entering the hot springs.

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Access from Ueda Sta.

1 hr and 15 min by car

Mt. Fuji

This symbol of Japan has been registered as a world heritage site.

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Access from Ueda Sta.

4 hr by car

Matsumoto Castle

Designated a national treasure, Matsumoto Castle is the oldest castle in Japan with its five-story castle tower still intact.

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Access from Ueda Sta.

1 hr by car

Kanazawa

The charm of this place is that you can eat fresh sea food and enjoy the traditional town as you walk around.

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Access from Ueda Sta.

1 and a half hr by shinkansen (bullet train)

Hakuba

Surrounded by the majestic mountains of northern Nagano Prefecture, this international mountain resort is where many visitors from around the world go to enjoy winter sports.

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Access from Ueda Sta.

1 and a half hr by car

Hida Takayama

This tasteful traditional street is a popular sightseeing spot with foreign guests.

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Access from Ueda Sta.

3 hr by car

Shirakawa-go

This village, with its collection of thatch-roofed houses, has been designated a world heritage site.

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Access from Ueda Sta.

4 hr by car

Tsumago Post Town

An area where the streetscape of the highway remains as it was 150 years ago. You can stroll the ancient street and feel as if you’ve traveled back in time.

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Access from Ueda Sta.

3 hr by car

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