is a former Japanese football player. He played for Japan national team.
Ueno was born in Saitama on April 21, 1973. After dropped out from Waseda University, he joined Yokohama Marinos (later Yokohama F. Marinos) in 1994. Initially, he played as offensive midfielder. In 1997, he was converted to defensive midfielder and became a regular player. The club won the champions 2001 J.League Cup, 2003 and 2004 J1 League. He retired end of 2007 season.
On June 6, 2000, Ueno debuted for Japan national team against Jamaica.