Takane Castle
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| Address | Jitogata, Misakubo-cho, Tenryu-ku, Hamamatsu-shi |
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| Time | Northern and Southern Courts Period |
Overview
The castle stood on the top of Mt. Kuzugo (420m). The mountain is also known as Sankakuyama (lit. triangular mountain). The Okuyama, a powerful clan of the Misakubo region, built this castle to protect Prince Yukiyoshi, a grandchild of Emperor Godaigo, in 1414 during the Northern and Southern Courts period. Takeda Shingen used this castle when he proceeded into the region through the Aokuzure Pass during the Battle of Mikatagahara in 1572.
The investigation of the site was conducted from 1994 to 1999. It revealed that the remains of the castle show the characteristics of the Takeda style. It is notable that a road that connects each parts of the castle was found in a perfect condition.
Takane-jo Park
The seiroyagura (watchtower), mounds, and the gate were reconstructed and make a part of the Takane-jo Park. The view from the top is spectacular. It takes 15 minutes by walk to get from its parking space.