Iga Ueno Castle
上野城
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Iga
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#218 in Japan
Iga Ueno Castle, located in Iga, Mie Prefecture, Japan, is a historic site with a rich history dating back to its construction in the late 16th century. Originally built by Takigawa Katsutoshi and later expanded by Tsutsui Sadatsugu, the castle is renowned for its impressive stone walls, some of the tallest in Japan. Although the original structure was destroyed, the main keep was reconstructed in 1935 using traditional methods and materials. The castle is also famous for its association with ninja culture, as Iga is recognized as the birthplace of the Iga-ryu ninja.
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