Iga-Ueno Castle Town Hina Meguri

Feb 6 – Mar 3, 2026

Around Ueno Honmachi-dori, Iga City (approx. 60 machiya townhouses and shops)

Iga, MieKansai

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HIGHLIGHTS

Unique creative dolls in ninja town

About This Event

In the castle town of Iga-Ueno, famous as the homeland of ninja, approximately 60 machiya townhouses and shops display hina dolls. Beyond traditional dolls, unique creations utilizing local crafts are a highlight — including glass dolls, ceramic dolls made with Iga-yaki pottery, and braided cord dolls using Iga kumihimo techniques. Special exhibitions are held at the Akai Family Residence, and workshops for creating hina-themed crafts and tea ceremonies are also available. Hakuho Plaza offers a 'Hina Cafe' for visitors to rest during their tour.

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Event Information

Dates: Feb 6 – Mar 3, 2026
Hours: 10:00-16:00 (varies by venue)
Admission: Free
Venue: Around Ueno Honmachi-dori, Iga City (approx. 60 machiya townhouses and shops)
Location: Iga, Mie
Access: About 5 min walk from Iga Railway Uenoshi Station. About 100 min by Mie Kotsu express bus from Nagoya. About 10 min by car from Meihan National Route Ueno-Higashi IC.
Date source: Officially announced datesListed based on official announcements.