Is Naomichi Ueda A-List?
NoB
No — Naomichi Ueda is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
2013D$0.1M
Kashima Antlers Debut
Ueda begins his professional career with Kashima Antlers.
2016C▲$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M
J.League Champion
Ueda wins the J.League title with Kashima Antlers.
2018C$0.5M+$0.2M
Move to Cercle Brugge
Ueda transfers to Cercle Brugge in Belgium, a European move.
2020C$0.7M+$0.19999999999999996M
Loan to Nîmes Olympique
Ueda is loaned to Nîmes Olympique in France.
2021B▲$1M+$0.30000000000000004M
Return to Kashima Antlers
Ueda returns to Kashima Antlers, solidifying his career.
2026B$2M+$1M
Key Player for Kashima
Ueda is a key centre-back for Kashima Antlers and Japan's national team.
Last updated: February 25, 2026