Ishigakiyama Castle’s history and charm explanation
Ishigaki Yamashiro is a mountain castle located in Hayakawa-cho, Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, during the latter half of the era of the Battle of Japan. It was built in 1590 by Emperor Hideyoshi, and was the center of its construction during the Odawara war period, and was also known as `Ishigakiyama Ichiya Castle'' or `Taiko Ichiya Castle.” The castle is located in the eastern part of the production center, has a high-quality historical record, and has recently been designated as one of Japan’s top 100 famous castles.
Is it Ishigaki Yamashiro?
Ishigaki Yamashiro is one of the modern castle forts, Jianyu Kasadake Mountain, and the sea area is approximately 241 meters. The first name of Mt. Kasagaki was “Mt. Kasagaki”, and later the castle was built by Hideyoshi, a vassal of the Emperor.
The special expedition written by Ishigaki Yamashiro Saijo is a “whole stone burial mound”, which is located in the Eastern District of the East. In the past, a large number of forts were built in the eastern part of the country, and the forts were borrowed by Hideyoshi, the vassal of Japan, to build forts in the western part of Japan. Installation, various new construction styles, and the effects of the subsequent construction of the riverside city.
Ishigaki Yamashiro’s layout includes the main keep, the second ring, the well ring, and the west ring of the castle tower. The total length of Odawara Castle is approximately 2.8 km, and the geographical location is excellent, allowing for a panoramic view of Odawara Castle from above.
Ishigakiyama One Night Castle Story and actual construction period
Origin of “One Night Castle”
Ishigakiyama Castle is also known as “One Night Castle”, which is due to the clever psychological tactics of Hideyoshi, the commander of the castle. During the story, Hideyoshi’s surrounding area of Suzuki and the fort were built, and after the construction of the fort, at the same time, Suzuki was attacked and the envoy appeared overnight.
The Hojo clan and their vassals in Odawara Castle were completely shocked. A gigantic stone castle fortress suddenly appeared nearby, developed Hideyoshi’s ability to overthrow national power, and other forces lost his will to resist.
Actual construction process
In fact, the construction of Ishigaki Yamashiro was a huge project, and the estimated consumption time was 80 days. According to historical records, the castle was constructed on April 5, 1590 (Tensho 18), and completed on June 26.
Participated in the construction of castle tombs, which has received tens of thousands of works. The castles were built by stone craftsmen who came to the Hakone area and visited the surrounding area, and who were skilled in their craftsmanship. It was used for 80 years to construct a complete stone wall, which was an unprecedented achievement at the time, and was fully developed at the time with super civil engineering technology and outstanding organizational ability.
Asano Nagamasa was appointed to build castles, Kuroda Imperial Army (Jousui), Kato Kiyomasa, Fukushima Masanori and other powerful military commanders were involved in construction of castles. The castle construction process has been adopted as a “branch system”, each feudal lord loses one stage of castle construction, and the construction process progresses in tandem with each other.
Effects of Ishigakiyama Castle in Odawara War
The Odawara Hojo clan’s resistance
In 1590, Hideyoshi, the vassal of Japan, made a powerful attack on the eastern part of Japan, the Odawara Hojo clan. Hideyoshi’s army attacked Odawara Castle with approximately 150,000 to 200,000 troops.
Odawara Castle is the largest fort in the era of the Japanese Empire, with a complete construction and major defense construction in the castle town. The Hojo clan had approximately 30,000 troops, a military force, and a military force.
Master of production
In fact, Ishigakiyama Castle was the main residence of Hideyoshi, his vassal. Hideyoshi’s residence was in the city of U.S., where he was also the director of the Military Association, and since his arrival in the city, he has been the center of guidance for feudal lords from all over the country.
Hideyoshi visited the castle fort to show his own wealth, and the great tea ceremony masters such as Sen Rikyu and others visited the tea ceremony. In addition, other wives and children in the north (Ningning), Yodo-dono and Asahiko (Tokugawa Ieyasu’s wife and children) also visited Ishigaki Mountain Castle, which has continued to function as a military fortress.
Ishigakiyama Castle sitting on a fallen mountain, overlooking Odawara Castle, the psychological strength of the Hojo clan’s military. Due to human recognition, various military positions, and the majestic stone wall, it was an important factor in the opening of the citadel when the envoy Hojo surrendered.
Summary of Ishigaki Yamashiro Special Features
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Ishigaki Mountain Castle has a ladder-like layout, the main castle (honmaru) is a flat mountain, and the surrounding area is surrounded by multiple outer forts (Kuruwa). Main components below:
Honmaru The central part of the castle fort, the highest point in Iyu. The distance in the north and south is approximately 80 meters, the distance in the east and west is approximately 60 meters, and it is the address of Hideyoshi, the vassal. The height of the stone burial mound in the main enclosure is approximately 6 meters, and it has been around for a long time.
Tenshūdai (Tenshūdai base) Located on the west side of the castle tower, surface area approximately 15 meters. At present, it is unclear whether or not this is a castle tower that has ever been built, but it is certainly possible that it is a construction of a watchtower.
Second Outer Fortress (Second Outer Fortress) is located on the east side of the Umotomaru, and is the second most important outer fort. The address of the vassal is the residence of the palace.
Shuiyuan Fort is an important water source and key area. I have dug about 20 deep water wells in this area, and now I have seen the depths of the water wells in the stone burial mounds. This statement was designed at the time of the attack.
Whole stone burial technique
One of the most famous techniques used in Ishigaki Yamashiro’s stone burial mounds is Nozura-zumi. The various techniques are: direct deposition of natural stone, additionally small-scale processing, and “Matsume-ishi” (filling stone’s gap in the filling stone) technique with enhanced growth stability.
The main stone used is andesite, which comes from Mt. Hakone. Ishigaki Yamashiro’s stone burial mound is different in height, and the highest height is 6 meters.
The first site in the eastern part of the construction site is a completely unique construction fort, with various construction techniques reflected in the depths. When it was built and built by Ieyasu Tokugawa in Odawara after the war, it was used as a reference for Ishigaki Yamashiro’s construction techniques.
Part of the stone burial mound has a hole in the stone hole, which is also known as a “hole”, and we understand that the masonry technique was provided at the time of the purchase.
Ishigaki Yamashiro Ryoten
石墙遗迹
Nowadays, the stone mound of Ishigakiyama Castle is well preserved and is its main scenic spot. The stone masonry around the castle tower is so high that envoys and guests can observe it from a distance and observe the stonework techniques of 400 years ago.
At the southwest corner of the main castle, a stone burial mound with the name “corner” still remains, and a “three-stone corner” technique was developed in the early stage of development, and a gigantic stone citadel for immediate use. This is a kind of technical figure that has arisen since the construction of the castle fort.
The stone tombs in the well are close to each other in the shape of the field, and the water well is constructed with a unique scenery. A close look at the bottom of the deep well, the fortification construction techniques are exquisite at this time.
However, the main reason for this is the East Great Earthquake and other harmful effects.
Viewpoint
One of the most attractive views of Ishigaki Yamashiro is the magnificent scenery of Mt. The remains of the castle tower, the Odawara Castle castle tower seen from above, and the magnificent view of Odawara Castle from above.
Haruharu’s Hikori, the distant view of Sagami Bay, and the Izu Islands. This is the perfect spot for Mt. Hakone and Mt. Fuji.
The view from the base of the castle tower, the scenery is particularly magnificent, and the panoramic 360 degree view. This is one of the most beautiful viewing points, and you can visit Odawara City, Sagami Bay, and Hakone Mountain View from time to time.
The spring sky, the blooming of cherry blossoms, the beauty and victory; the autumn sky, the red leaves are burning, and the beautiful scenery of the four seasons is full of love. At twilight, the beautiful sunset over Sagami Bay is a sight to behold, and is a paradise for movie lovers.
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The location of the castle fort has information on the name plate, and it is convenient for guests to understand the position of each person during their visit. The walking route connects the main monuments, such as the castle tower, the second temple, and the west temple.
The passage through the passageway is particularly narrow, the four walls are covered with stone walls, and the defense structure of the castle fort is closed to visitors. The history of the castle gates (entrances) of each connected monument is perfectly preserved, and the traffic situation at the time is ideal for tourists.
While Odawara Castle’s castle tower remains in ruins, exhibits include fragments of tiles, pottery and other cultural artifacts excavated from archeological scraps, as well as an understanding of the true appearance of the castle fort.
Ishigakiyama Castle in the back of Odawara
废弃弃 and its consequences
The fall of Odawara Castle, the death of the Hojo clan, and the disappearance of Shiroya Ishigaki and his original abilities. In Japan, Ishigaki Yamashiro was lost to Hideyoshi, a subordinate of his subordinates, and was used for military purposes.
After the fortifications were built, unmanaged, the construction or construction was completed, or the remains of the castle walls were left behind. During the Edo era, Ishigaki Yamashiro was observed in the historical past, and the story of the “One Night Castle” was a secret connection.
During the Meiji period and the beginning of the Meiji period, land used for castle forts was used for private individuals, partial land use was used for agricultural parks, etc. However, major monuments such as stone tombs have been preserved and have never been destroyed.
History designation and conservation activities
In 1959 (Showa 34), Ishigakiyama Castle was designated as a national heritage site. The envoys started the promotion with a great deal of force and the protection of the area was opened.
In 2017, Odawara City completed comprehensive archaeological excavation and opened items. Repairs to the stone tombs, construction of roads, installation of information plates, etc. have been completed, and the construction of the historic park has been completed.
In 2017 (Heisei 29), Ishigaki Yamashiro was rated as one of the “Japan’s 100 Famous Castles (End)”, and was a special note for those who love castles. Immediately, the construction of the Ishigakiyama Ichiya Castle Historical Park will be released to the public.
How about Ishigakiyama Castle
Public transportation
Like a train or bus, the most recent train station is Hayakawa Station on the JR Tokaido Main Line. It takes about 40 minutes to walk from Hayakawa Station to Ishigakiyama Castle Site, and the total journey is about 3 km. Yuyu is on the Shangpo Road, and people with poor physical strength are in demand.
If you are sitting there, you can go to the east exit of Odawara Station to get to Hakone Mountain Climbing Station or Izu Hakone Station. However, Hashi Banji Limited, pre-construction timetable.
During the holiday season, it is possible to visit the Ishigakiyama Castle Ruins from Odawara Station.
Selfishness
From the Odawara-Atsugi Expressway to the Odawara West Interchange Road, it takes about 10 minutes, or from the Toumei Expressway to the Oi-Matsuda Interchange Road, it takes about 25 minutes. If you enter the National Highway No. 1 line, you can immediately go to Guan Road No. 740 (Shiqian Mountain Line).
Ishigaki Yamashiro site has a free parking lot, which can accommodate up to 30 regular cars. The parking lot will take approximately 5 minutes to arrive at the main castle site. In the late Zhou period, people’s tides changed as the cherry blossoms bloomed and the autumn leaves fell.
The parking lot has a washing machine, but the fort has a self-driving machine, and there is also a self-driving food supply inside the fort.
Viewing time and precautions
Ishigakiyama Castle Site is a historical park open for 24 hours a year, free of charge. However, there is a lack of lighting at night and there is a potential danger, so please visit the white sky during the construction.
Leisurely cruising schedule approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. It took about 2 hours to complete the construction of the stone palace and garden.
Yuyu City Fortress was located in Yushan, and the construction was made of shoes and Japanese clothing. Summer sun shines brightly, carrying hat, anti-bleach frost Japanese food. In addition, be careful, the ground may be slippery during or after rain.
Nearby tourist attractions
Odawara Castle
If you enjoy visiting Ishigakiyama Castle, you must also visit Odawara Castle. After completing the visit to Ishigakiyama Castle, the Empress of Odawara Castle, I visited the interior again, and I understood that I would be able to deepen my understanding of this military role.
The castle tower of Odawara Castle was built with a heavy construction, and the interior is now a historical museum. Exhibited in the hall is an exhibition of the history of the Odawara Hojo clan and the history of Odawara’s war, and the origin of Ishigaki Yamashiro.
Odawara Castle Park is also a famous tourist attraction, with no shortage of visitors in the spring. Park activities include animal parks, Japanese play parks, and very suitable family play. ### Ishigakiyama Ichiya Castle Tsuzuka Farm
“Ishigakiyama Ichiya Castle Tsutsuzuka Farm” is located near the ruins of Ishigakiyama Castle. A panoramic view of Sagami Bay, where you can find all kinds of Japanese food.
There is a Japanese restaurant in the farm, and it is an ideal place to take a break after visiting Ishigakiyama Castle. The restaurant offers a wide variety of local ingredients and side dishes, which are sure to please our guests.This is a hot and relaxing restaurant.
Hayakawa Port and Seafood Cuisine
Hayakawa Station is near Hayakawa Port, and there is a new restaurant in Hainan. The seafood caught in Sagami Bay is very delicious, especially the dried bamboo fish, which is a specialty of Odawara.
“TOTOCO Odawara” near Yuhu Port, where you can buy local seafood and Japanese agricultural products, and enjoy rich dining options.
History of Ishigakiyama Castle
Innovation in fort construction technology in Guangdong area
Ishigaki Yamashiro is one of the most important turning points in the history of the Eastern District Fortress Construction Exhibition. In the past, the main reason for the construction of the castle fort in the eastern part of Guangdong was the construction of the medieval construction of the castle river. However, the emergence of Ishigaki Yamashiro introduced early modern stone citadel construction techniques in the eastern part of the region.
After the new technology was introduced, the large-scale reconstruction of the Jiangzhou City was carried out, and the development of the fortifications in the eastern part of the city was completed with deep impact. When Tokugawa Ieyasu established the Eiji Shogunate and built a large-scale model of the Eijo Castle, he borrowed the construction techniques of stone walls and mountain castles and the skills of the stone craftsmen who assisted in construction.
National conquest
Ishigaki Yamashiro Elephant Conquest and His Majesty Hideyoshi’s final stage in Japan. The ruler of the eastern part of the country, Odawara Hojo, had great strength, but Hideyoshi Michi had built a fort, and had an outstanding organizational ability.
Within a short period of time, the Kensei troupe was completely established as a fortress, and Hideyoshi’s high-class skills were exhibited; he was also able to observe other political viewpoints, and his changes were made throughout the country. Armed Forces: Expanded other strategic heights, piloted “overnight construction of castle forts”, psychological warfare — possessed by Hideyoshi, an outstanding talent as a Japanese ruler.
As a result of the victory of Odawara, Hideyoshi achieved one of Japan’s best names. Ishigakiyama Castle can be seen from the historical construction of the castle, from the era of conquest to the early modern period of peace.
One of the works “Japan’s 100 Famous Castles (continued)”
In 2017, Ishigakiyama Castle was selected as one of the 100 most famous castles in Japan. After being selected as one of Japan’s 100 most famous castles by the Japan Castle Association, Ishigakiyama Castle was selected for the second time, and the history and culture of the show was high.
A commemorative seal of “Japan’s 100 Famous Castles (now)” is attached to the Ishigaki Yamashiro bus stop. This is my first important travel wish.
Precautions for visiting Ishigaki Yamashiro
Recommended tour route
After the car stopped, the leader arrived at the second outer fort. The main castle in front of Yuli, the stone burial mound of the main castle in Xin, the site of the castle tower in the back, and the view of the castle. This is a standard excursion route.
Afterwards, we arrived at the water gate and visited the water well site, and then returned to the west side of the castle gate. This is one high-efficiency route, the whole process is about one moment of demand.
Let’s explore the area further, visit various scenic spots along the way, and observe the construction of the citadel and the layout of the city. I understand the explanation of the text on the information board.
Photography technique
Ishigakiyama Castle has many suitable locations. A low angle elevation of the main city’s stone tombs, a spectacular sight to behold.
A picture of the Odawara Castle castle tower, including the castle tower where the castle tower is located. It can be used for a long time, but it can be used to make a serious impression on people.
At the same time, the group captured Sagami Bay’s Japanese stone burial ground. Of course, this is a beautiful picture of a stone cairn club set up under the setting sun at the end of the day in Japan.
Best season
Ishigaki Yamashiro has been open all year, but it is recommended to visit in spring, Japan and autumn.
Spring season (late March to early April) is the season of blooming birch trees, and the birch trees are in full bloom around the castle fort. The stone burial mound and the oak flowers are reflected in each other, the scenery is spectacular, and the sight is attractive to visitors.
Autumn (mid-November to early December) is a good time for beautiful autumn leaves, especially near Shui-jing’s tomb. In addition, the autumn air is refreshing, and you can easily see the magnificent scenery of Mt. Fuji and Mt. Hakone.
In the summer, the demand should be careful of heat protection, and in the winter, the demand should be careful of the cold protection, but the number of visitors at this time is low, and it is possible to enjoy more leisurely play.
Conclusion
Ishigakiyama Castle occupies an important position in the history of castle forts in Japan, and is the first castle in the eastern part of the city.It was built during the Odawara period when the feudal vassal Hideyoshi occupied the city. The fort was built overnight, but in reality it was a complete modern fort, which took about 80 days to build, and was the result of Hideyoshi, the commander of the castle, and the history of Japan’s conquest.
The well-preserved stone tomb is a treasure trove of cultural heritage, and the fort construction techniques developed over 400 years ago. Here is a panoramic view of Odawara Castle and Sagami Bay, the history of the envoy’s success in winning the war, and the view of Hideyoshi, the current year’s view of the Buddha and his servant Hideyoshi.
A tour of Odawara, Ishigakiyama Castle, which has been around for ten million years, is a famous castle with a history that is at the beginning of the modern Japanese era. A majestic stone tomb, a magnificent scenery, a breath of Japanese romantic history, and a reminder of the flow of visitors.
