Ueda

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Ueda (上田市 Ueda-shi) is a city in Nagano prefecture.

Travel as a Muslim to Ueda

Shinkansen Tokyo -Nagano; Shinano-Tetsudo line Karuizawa -Nagano;Japan Railways bus from Matsumoto airport.

How to get around in Ueda

Walking will mostly do; there are plenty of city buses.

What to see in Ueda

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  • Ueda Castle Park - 上田城跡公園 | Ninomaru 3-3 GPS: 36.4050749, 138.2433886 Leave Ueda Station by the Oshiro exit and walk out to the first set of traffic lights at Ueda Station Castle Exit (上田駅お城口) intersection. Continue straight up the main shopping street. Turn left at Chuo 2 Chome intersection. After about 500m you will reach the east gate of the castle park. - Only 3 towers and gates remain of the original castle. As the base of the Sanada clan, it is famous for being a key to the Sanadas defeating the mighty Tokugawa clan's forces on two occasions in the 16th century. On the third attempt and the castle was destroyed, but it was rebuilt by the Sengoku clan in 1626, supposedly to the original plan. The maple leaves in the park in late autumn are spectacular.
  • Anrakuji Temple - 安楽寺 | Bessho Onsen 2361 GPS: 36.3521617, 138.1529989 Follow the signs for about 900m from Bessho Onsen station. ☎ +81 268-38-2062 | Opening Hours: March - Oct 8AM Monday - 5PM, November - Feb 8AM Monday - 4PM ¥700A beautiful and peaceful temple precinct tucked up against the hill. The temple stores important cultural objects from the Kamakura Period, and is the oldest Zen temple in Nagano Prefecture. The pagoda is the only remaining octagonal pagoda in Japan, and is designated a national treasure. Opening times and price refer to the octagonal pagoda section of the temple precinct only.
  • Ueda City Museum - 上田市立博物館 | Ninomaru 3-3 (inside Ueda Castle Park) 二の丸3-3 GPS: 36.403697, 138.2463931 Enter Ueda Castle Park on the east side, cross the moat, and turn right. The museum is the white building on the right. ☎ +81 268-22-1274 | Opening Hours: Thursday - Tuesday 8:30AM Monday - 5PM. Closed the day after a public holiday ¥250A small but diverse collection, including several well preserved sets of samurai armor used by the local Sanada clan members.
  • Yamamoto Kanae Memorial Gallery - 山本鼎記念館 | Inside Ueda Castle Park GPS: 36.4039731, 138.2461179 Enter Ueda Castle Park on the east side, cross the moat, and turn right. The gallery is the white building on the straight ahead across the plaza ☎ +81 268-22-2693 | Opening Hours: Thursday - Tuesday 8:30AM Monday - 5PM. Closed the day after a public holiday ¥250 Celebrates Yamamoto Kanae (1882-1946) who worked in oils and woodblock prints. He pioneered a radical New Art Education for Children method that involved encouraging children to draw objects freely, rather than copying classic works from books. He also started a movement that involved teaching local people woodcraft.

What to do in Ueda

  • Taroyama - 太郎山 | - GPS: 36.4335468, 138.2487268 Head north from the station until forced to bear right. - Hill-lovers will enjoy this mountain at 1164 m in elevation. A 2-3 hour walk.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Ueda

  • Kaldi Coffee Farm - カルディコーヒーファーム | Tenjin 3-5-1 Ario Shopping Centre 1F GPS: 36.3989585, 138.244392 Exit Ueda station on the Onsen exit side. Turn right and follow the small road that goes under the Bessho Line and parallel to the Shinano Railway. After about 400m you will see the shopping center on the junction. ☎ +81 268-25-8503 | Opening Hours: 9AM Monday - 9PM A coffee store also featuring a very wide range of imported goods.

Halal Restaurants in Ueda

  • Collabo - コラボ食堂 | Chuo 4-7-27 GPS: 36.4062917, 138.2529327 On the north end of Yanagi-machi shopping street ☎ +81 268-22-5968 | Opening Hours: Lunch 11:30AM Monday - 2PM, coffee and tea 2PM Monday - 4PM. Closed Thursdays Set lunch ¥800 Serves a different set lunch every day. The meals are made with lots of local ingredients, and are good value. The place is run by a non-profit organization whose aim is to preserve and propagate local food culture.
  • Curries House Bengal - カレーハウスBENGAL | Chuo 2-4-9 GPS: 36.4009917, 138.2528559 Walk north from Ueda station, through Ueda Station Shiroguchi intersection. Turn right at Chuo 2-chome intersection. Take the first lane on the left. The restaurant is about 50m down on the left. ☎ +81 26-822-1036 | Opening Hours: W-M 11AM Monday - 3PM, 4:30PM Monday - 8:30PM Salad ¥650; mains from ¥2150 If you like your Japanese style Curries with a dash of chili, this is your place. Mains include a cup of soup, pickle/salad, and sometimes a complimentary cup of milk tea to wash it all down. Serves are generous and the service is quick. The menu is in Japanese and English.
  • Jaipur Indian Cooking - インド料理ジャイプール | Chuo 1-9-20 GPS: 36.3970975, 138.2535794 Come out the Oshiro (north) exit of Ueda station. Go straight, passing by the covenience store Seven-Eleven, to the crossroads “Chuo 1” with traffic light. Turn right at the crossroads, walk down the street to the first traffic light. The Jaipur is on your left, on the junction. About a 6-minutes walk from the station. ☎ +81 26-826-7878 | Opening Hours: Thursday - Tuesday 11:30AM Monday - 2:30PM, 3:30PM Monday - 7PM Lunch set from ¥850 on weekends; dinner from ¥1500 Good quality Indian Curries and other dishes. Non-smoking.
  • Rin's Coffee - リンズコーヒー | Chuo 1-1-22 GPS: 36.3979533, 138.2499819 On the left, two doors up route 141 from Ueda Station Castle Exit intersection ☎ +81 268-21-1424 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 8AM Monday - 8PM, Sunday & national holidays 8AM Monday - 6PM Coffee ¥750-¥700An elegant coffee lounge selling a wide array of local and imported coffees.
  • Cafe Garden Berry | Bessho Onsen 208-1 GPS: 36.3495038, 138.1592982 3 doors north of Oyu Onsen bath house ☎ +81 268-38-2053 | Opening Hours: 7AM Monday - late Coffee from ¥750A cozy coffee shop with good quality coffee and various beverages and Snacks made from local ingredients. The owner, Hoshino-san, speaks English.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Ueda

Ueda - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Ueda, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Ueda. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Ueda and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Ueda. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Ueda. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inUeda: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Ueda.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Ueda: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Ueda, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Ueda.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Ueda, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Ueda, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Ueda and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Ueda, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Ueda, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Ueda without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Ueda is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Ueda.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Ueda is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Toyoko-inn is just Northwest of the station; 8080 for a double with breakfast (April 2009), or go to Bessho Onsen.

Telecommunications in Ueda

Ueda Guide: The unofficial English tourism website about Ueda and also links to EGG, a volunteer guide group specializing in helping and introducing foreign tourists to Ueda.


News & References Ueda


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  • Yamanouchi - home of the famous hot-spring soaking snow monkeys.
  • Joshinetsu Kogen National Park - which includes Shiga Kogen, Japan's largest ski resort, host of 1998 Nagano Winter Olympic Giant Slalom, with 21 interlinked ski fields and over 70 lifts.
  • Matsumoto - home of the famous black castle, whose gardens and views are a delight in spring and autumn
  • Kiso Valley - through which winds the historic Nakasendo (Mountain Road) with numerous historic and beautifully restored villages
  • Hakuba - some of the best ski fields in Japan and great summer hiking along the spectacular northern alps
  • Azumino - Spice up your life with a visit to one of Japan's most famous wasabi farms
  • Nagano - Take a pilgrimage to Zenkoji Temple



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