🇯🇵 Ueda Shi, Japan

Ueda Shi is a city located in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It has a population of approximately 158,000 people. Although it is not a coastal city, Ueda Shi is of interest to seafarers, shipowners, and crewing companies due to its proximity to the Chikuma River. The river provides a navigable route for cargo transportation, and Ueda Shi serves as a hub for trade and logistics in the region.