Iga was separated from Ise Province during the Asuka period, around 680 AD. The provincial capital was located in what is now part of the city of Iga, along with the ruins of the Iga …

In addition to Iga Ueno Castle, this park features several museums, memorial halls, and hands-on ninja experience facilities, making it enjoyable for visitors of all ages, group sizes, and …

Iga Ueno is most famous for ninja. The Iga school of ninjutsu (art of stealth), based in the former Ueno City, used to be one of Japan's two leading ninja schools during the feudal era (the Koka …

Hot springs, spectacular waterfalls, hiking, hands-on ninja training and so much more make western Mie an excellent destination for enjoying rural Japan. Both JR and Kintetsu train lines …

Feb 18, 2025 · Iga is a great destination for anyone interested in ninja history, scenic nature, and traditional Japanese culture. There is plenty to do, from exploring the Iga-Ryu Ninja Museum, …

Iga in Mie Prefecture and neighboring Koka City in Shiga Prefecture are jointly considered to be the birthplace of ninja arts. It is believed that many ninja schools across Japan are offshoots of …

A trip to Iga, Mie prefecture, provides visitors the chance to learn about the history and customs of the ninja, as well as a host of sightseeing spots for history, culture and nature lovers too.

Known as the birthplace of both the Japanese ninja and the Edo Period poet Matsuo Basho (1644-1694), Iga is a city of history and culture nestled among mountains.

Iga (伊賀), also known as Iga-Ueno (伊賀上野), is a city in Mie prefecture, Japan.

Iga is known as the birthplace of the haiku poet Matsuo Bashō and the home of the ninja Hattori Hanzō. Iga is located in northwestern Mie Prefecture. The northeastern part of the city is in the …