Myokian Yakata
This former yakata (fortified manor house) of the Nishina was once surrounded by a square mizubori (water moat). It was later converted into the temple Myōkian. In modern times Myōkian still exists, but has been reduced to one small prayer hall. I was able to locate this hall and a signboard.
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History
One of many yakata of the Nishina in Ōmachi, the site was converted into a temple by Oda Nobunaga in 1582 after the Nishina's defeat at Takatohjō. The temple was then largely destroyed during the anti-Buddhist purges of the Meiji Revolution. Just a small prayer hall exists now.
Field Notes
This former yakata (fortified manor house) of the Nishina was once surrounded by a square mizubori (water moat). It was later converted into the temple Myōkian. In modern times Myōkian still exists, but has been reduced to one small prayer hall. I was able to locate this hall and a signboard.
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| Castle Profile | |
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| English Name | Myokian Yakata |
| Japanese Name | 妙喜庵館 |
| Founder | Nishina Clan |
| Year Founded | Kamakura Period |
| Castle Type | Fortified Manor |
| Castle Condition | Ruins only |
| Historical Period | Pre Edo Period |
| Features | |
| Visitor Information | |
| Access | Kita-Omachi Station on the Oita Line; 15 minute walk |
| Hours | 24/7 free; temple |
| Time Required | One Minute |
| Location | Omachi, Nagano Prefecture |
| Coordinates | 36.50908, 137.85874 |
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| Admin | |
| Added to Jcastle | 2020 |
| Contributor | ART |
| Admin Year Visited | Viewer Contributed |
