[2025 Ueda Attraction] Travel Guide for Ueda Castle Ruins Park (Updated Apr)

📝 Overview Ueda Castle Ruins Park in Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture, is the site of Ueda Castle, known as the residence of the Sanada clan, a warlord during the Sengoku period. In spring, about 1,000 cherry trees, mainly Somei Yoshino, bloom in full bloom, and you can enjoy the beautiful contrast between the historic castle ruins and the cherry blossoms. ✨ Recommended points * Collaboration of castle ruins and cherry blossoms * The combination of cherry blossoms with the scenery that evokes the history of the castle ruins, such as the yagura gate and stone walls, is a spectacular sight that can only be seen here. * In particular, photos of cherry blossoms with the yagura gate in the background are sure to look great on social media! * A wide variety of cherry blossoms * In addition to Somei Yoshino, you can enjoy various types of cherry blossoms such as weeping cherry blossoms, mountain cherry blossoms, and double cherry blossoms. * Another attractive feature is that the flowering periods are different, so you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing for a long time. * Night cherry blossom illumination * At night, the cherry blossoms and castle ruins are lit up, creating a fantastic atmosphere. * You can enjoy the romantic cherry blossoms at night, which are different from the daytime. 👀Pay attention to this! * Ueda Castle Senbonzakura Festival * At the Ueda Castle Senbonzakura Festival, which is held during the cherry blossom season, you can enjoy various events and stalls. * You can also enjoy local gourmet food and souvenirs. * Sakura Road * Within the park, there is Sakura Road, a row of cherry trees that is perfect for a stroll. * You can have a special experience, like walking through a tunnel of cherry blossoms. * Historical strolls in the surrounding area * The area around Ueda Castle Ruins Park is dotted with historical sites and museums related to the Sanada clan, where you can feel the history. * We recommend taking a historical stroll in addition to cherry blossom viewing. 🌸Usually best viewing time * Late March to early April ℹ️Information * Address: Ninomaru, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture * Access: * About 15 minutes on foot from JR Ueda Station * About 15 minutes from Ueda Sugadaira IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway * Opening hours: Open 24 hours * Fee: Free 🚗Sightseeing information in the area * Shinshu Ueda Sanadamaru Taiga Drama Museum: A facility where you can experience the world of Sanadamaru. * Bessho Onsen: A historic hot spring resort where you can also enjoy a day trip to the hot springs. * Shinshu International Music Village: A facility where you can enjoy music in beautiful nature. 🖋️Summary Ueda Castle Ruins Park is a recommended spot in spring where you can enjoy history, nature, and beautiful cherry blossoms. Be sure to visit once and enjoy the spectacular view unique to Ueda Castle. #Seasonal places in Japan #Sakura2025

#cherryblossom25 Ueda Castle Ruins Park (Ueda City) Once an imposing fortress, Ueda Castle is now a popular cherry blossom spot with over 1,000 flowering trees in spring. 🌸 The combination of weeping shidare-zakura and bright white somei yoshino cherry trees set against the castle walls is simply stunning. ✨ During peak bloom, usually around early April, the cherry blossoms are illuminated at night as well!

I think there are many Japanese people who travel by walking and experience the four seasons. One of the places I recommend is #UedaCastleRuinsPark 🏯 You might think that you need a car to get to the castle...or you have to transfer to a bus...but this place is actually within walking distance of #UedaStation, which is on the #HokurikuShinkansen line. Of course, there is a parking lot (paid) so it's extremely easy to access 🚗, but in early spring the nearby roads get crowded, so it might be less tiring to walk by train. At this time of year, food stalls line up around the castle, so it's recommended for those who want to experience Japanese culture 🍡 🌸Recommended season🌸 Early April *In spring 2023, when the temperature was warm in March, we took the photo on 4/1 *In 2024, we went on 4/5, but only early-flowering varieties were available I think there are many trips in Japan where you can experience the four seasons. Among them, I recommend #UedaCastle Ruins Park.🏯 You may have the image that you need a car to visit the castle...or take a bus...? You may have an image that#UedaCastle Ruins Park is within walking distance from #Ueda Station, which is on the way to#hokuriku #shinkansen Line. Of course, parking is available (for a fee), so access is excellent. At this time of the year, food stalls line up around the castle, so if you want to experience Japanese culture, this is the place to go.🍡 #0yentravelnovember #japan #cherryblossom #spring #japan #cherryblossom #castle #naganotourism #hokurikushinkansen #daytrip #sanadayukimura

Ueda Castle Ruins in Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture 🏯 This is the castle of the Sanada clan, and is a symbol of Ueda. The stone walls are firmly stacked, and the pillars are supported by the foundation stones. It's a very exciting place for history lovers 😉 There is a free parking lot, but please note that it may be full 🈵⚠️ If you come to Ueda City, please be sure to visit ✨️ #0 yen travel autumn 📍Address: 6263 Ninomaru, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture 386-0026 I 🕰️Opening hours: 24 hours 💰Price per person: Free

Ueda Castle is a castle located in Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture, and the surrounding area will be the venue for the festival🌸 There are about 1,000 cherry trees planted around Ueda Castle, and the cherry blossom trees around the castle and in the park were very beautiful😊! There were many stalls and events such as music and dance performances were held😎 It is also lit up at night, so please enjoy it both day and night✌️ Ueda Castle Senbonzakura Festival Date: March 30th (Sat) - April 14th (Sun) Location: Ueda Castle Ruins Park During the festival, the cherry blossoms surrounding the moat will be fantastically lit up. Certified as a Japanese Night View Heritage. Illumination: from sunset (around 18:30) to 22:00 #Ueda Castle #Ueda Castle Ruins Park #Ueda Castle Ruins #Ueda Castle Senbonzakura Festival #Cherry Blossom Viewing Spot #Cherry Blossom Viewing #Sightseeing

We recommend visiting during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons, but it's also a great place for a walk at any other time.

In early November, I went on a drive to Nagano Prefecture to see the autumn leaves. I love Nagano Prefecture and have been to Ueda Castle many times. This was my fourth time going there during the autumn leaves season, and it's beautiful no matter how many times I go. There were food stalls set up, and it was bustling with people. #autumnleaves #autumnleafviewing