Gongen Yakata

The site of Gongen-yakata, a fortified manor hall, is now a private residence, but some ruins of the structure of its defences remain. Specifically there remains dorui (earthen ramparts) and a karabori (dry moat) in one corner. In general the land is slightly raised above surrounding fields. In term

History

Gongen-yakata is the site of a fortified manor hall of an unknown local clan. It is thought to have measured around 60m², protected by earthen ramparts, likely with stockades atop, and dry moats in an angular layout. A nearby hamlet is named Takehara, and it is thought that this name may be a corruption of "Tatehara", meaning "manor plain".

Field Notes

The site of Gongen-yakata, a fortified manor hall, is now a private residence, but some ruins of the structure of its defences remain. Specifically there remains dorui (earthen ramparts) and a karabori (dry moat) in one corner. In general the land is slightly raised above surrounding fields. In terms of local yakata sites this is actually a fair bit to write home about! Unfortunately the history of the site is not well understood.

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Castle Profile
English Name	Gongen Yakata
Japanese Name	権現館
Alternate Names	立小路館
Founder	Unknown
Year Founded	Medieval Era
Castle Type	Fortified Manor
Castle Condition	Ruins only
Historical Period	Pre Edo Period
Artifacts	Dorui, Karabori
Features	trenches
Visitor Information
Access	Nearest station is Hirôka Station on the Shinonoi Line.
Hours	Private Property
Time Required	10 minutes
Location	Shiojiri, Nagano Prefecture
Coordinates	36.13745, 137.97856
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Added to Jcastle	2021
Contributor	ART
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