Goryoudaira Fort

Goryōdaira-rui, a fortification site, is now fields and a small village. Although I couldn't get too close, there is dorui (earthen ramparts) along the north of the site. This stretch of earthen fortification remains runs for about 30m, is 2m wide, and 1.2m tall. It bends to the west at the end, ind

History

The name ‘Goryōdaira’ may imply cultivatable land under the direct management of an aristocratic or feudal lord, and the name is thought to be very old. The fort is named for the village. It is not known who built the fortification.

Field Notes

Goryōdaira-rui, a fortification site, is now fields and a small village. Although I couldn't get too close, there is dorui (earthen ramparts) along the north of the site. This stretch of earthen fortification remains runs for about 30m, is 2m wide, and 1.2m tall. It bends to the west at the end, indicating a corner segment. The small bend is important as it gives us an idea as to the orientation of the site. No tradition remains as to who built the fort, and its remains were discovered by field researchers by chance when villagers cleared away some trees and shrubbery. I found pictures of the dorui in an archaeological report put out by Hokuto Municipality. This site has no recorded history.

Gallery

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  The dorui mound can be seen at centre

Castle Profile
English Name	Goryoudaira Fort
Japanese Name	御領平塁
Alternate Names	御領平の塁
Founder	Unknown
Year Founded	Unknown
Castle Type	Flatland
Castle Condition	Ruins only
Historical Period	Pre Edo Period
Features
Visitor Information
Access	Sudama IC
Hours	Access Limited
Time Required	10 minutes
Location	Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture
Coordinates	35.78246, 138.4345
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Added to Jcastle	2023
Contributor	ART
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