Konosumiyama Castle

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History

Konosumiyama Castle was built around 1372-1374 by Yamana Tokiyoshi and became the main base for the Yamana clan. Yamana was one of the most powerful lords in Japan at the time, but Yamana Sozen lost considerable power and lands in the Onin War (1467-1477). When Hideyoshi invaded in 1569, Yamana Suketoyo fled the castle and re-established himself nearby at Mt. Arikoyama. Konosumiyama Castle was abandoned at this time.



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Gallery
  • Main Bailey
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  • Hiking trail
  • Hiking trail
  • Small bailey
  • Bailey
  • Hiking trail
  • View from the main bailey.
  • Looking from the main bailey
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Castle Profile
English Name Konosumiyama Castle
Japanese Name 此隅山城
Alternate Names Konusumiyama-jo
Founder Yamana Tokiyoshi
Year Founded 1372
Castle Type Mountaintop
Castle Condition Ruins only
Designations National Historic Site
Historical Period Pre Edo Period
Features
Visitor Information
Access Toyooka Sta. (San'in Line), bus to Izushi, 30 min walk from Torii Bus Stop
Hours
Time Required
Location Toyooka, Hyogo pref., Hyogo Prefecture
Coordinates 35.487722, 134.872806
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Admin
Added to Jcastle
Admin Year Visited 2013
Admin Visits September 26, 2013


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