Iga Ueno Castle

三重県/伊賀市
伊賀上野城

Description
This is a castle that was built in 1585 under the order of Tsutsui Sadatsugu. During the Sengoku era(1467-1600), it was the main base for the Iga Ninjas, and is also known as "Hakuho castle" due to its white and elegant appearance. Underground there is an Iga Ninja museum where visitors can experience the true world of Ninjas.


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518-0000
三重県 伊賀市 三重県伊賀市上野丸之内106

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Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
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