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Ninja Museum – Iga-Ueno is the legendary home of the ninja spies.
The museum is housed in the secret home of the ninja for over 400 years.
Discover secret doors in the building, learn about ninja skills and weapons.
On the first Sunday each month, from 11am - 3pm, there are ninja demonstrations
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Castle – Next door to the Ninja Museum is this (reconstructed) 16th century castle, with high stone
walls, winged roofs, nice grounds and a great view of the city. |
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Braid Center (Iga Kumihimo Center) – Stop into the Iga Braid Center
to watch braided silk cords (kumihimo) being made. Braided silk cords
are used to tie obi belts and fasten short kimono coats. The braiding process
is intricate and there are many different patterns. The center is also a
good place to buy this traditional handicraft. |
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