Question 1

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 10 minutes' walk from Uenoshi Station on the Iga Railway Iga Line, within Ueno Park (the Iga Ueno Castle site). By car it is about 10 minutes from Ueno IC on the Meihan National Road. It can be combined with other attractions nearby.

Question 2

When is the ninja demonstration show held?

Accepted Answer

The ninja demonstration show by the Iga Ninja Special Corps Ashura is held regularly in the ninjutsu square. It is a powerful show using real weapons. Please see the official website for the schedule (charged separately).

Question 3

Can I buy souvenirs?

Accepted Answer

The shop sells original ninja goods, shuriken and other ninja-related items, including products available only here.

Question 4

Is it enjoyable for children?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it suits all ages. The tricks in the ninja house and the shuriken throwing are especially popular with children, and you can also dress up in ninja costume for photographs.

Question 5

Can I try throwing shuriken?

Accepted Answer

Yes, using iron shuriken. No admission ticket is needed (300 yen for six throws). You learn the real ninja technique, in which the shuriken is struck rather than thrown.

Question 6

Can I visit Iga Ueno Castle at the same time?

Accepted Answer

The museum is within the Iga Ueno Castle site (Ueno Park), so it is convenient to combine a visit with the castle and a walk round the old castle town. Iga City has many other sites connected with the ninja.

Question 7

What is on display?

Accepted Answer

The Ninjutsu Experience Hall displays real shuriken, ninja tools, weapons and valuable old documents, the finest collection of ninjutsu material in the world. The Ninja Tradition Hall presents ninja techniques that can still be applied today. There is also plenty of film material for learning about ninja history in depth.

Question 8

What tricks does the ninja house have?

Accepted Answer

The ninja house, a relocated late-Edo period country manor, has many reconstructed devices actually used by ninja, such as revolving walls and hidden sword compartments. On weekdays ninja staff explain how they work, and at weekends and on public holidays you can try them yourself.

Question 9

How long should I allow?

Accepted Answer

Allow about 2-3 hours to see the ninja house, the Ninjutsu Experience Hall and the Ninja Tradition Hall and watch the demonstration show. Adding shuriken throwing, about half a day gives you time to enjoy it all.

Question 10

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

As a guide, 800 yen for adults (high school students and above) and 500 yen for elementary and junior high school students. The ninja demonstration show is charged separately (around 800 yen), and shuriken throwing costs 300 yen for six throws without admission. Discounts for visitors with disabilities are also available. Please see the official website for details.

Question 11

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

Question 12

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 10 minutes' walk from Uenoshi Station on the Iga Railway Iga Line (within Ueno Park). About 10 minutes by car from Ueno IC on the Meihan National Road.

Question 13

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Admission: adults (high school students and above) 800 yen, elementary and junior high school students 500 yen. The ninja demonstration show is charged separately (around 800 yen). The shuriken throwing session costs 300 yen and does not require admission.

Question 14

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

117 Ueno Marunouchi, Iga City, Mie Prefecture

Question 15

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Open all year round (with occasional temporary closures; please check the official website).

Question 16

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30)

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