Ueda: A Historical Walk Through Sanada's Castle Town

A classic historical walk through Ueda that begins at Ueda Castle Ruins Park, home of the famous Sanada clan, which is said to have twice repelled the armies of the Tokugawa. Pay respects at the Sanada Shrine, which sits on the former main citadel grounds, and trace the history of the castle town through armor and ancient documents at the Ueda Municipal Museum. In the afternoon, enjoy Shinshu soba lunch along Yanagimachi on the Hokuriku Highway with its swaying willows and stone-paved streets, followed by visits to established shops. The course concludes at the Ikehara Shotaro Sanada Taiheiki Museum, where you step into the world of the novel. A compact, walkable course that will keep history-loving families excited all day long.