Akutagawayama Castle: Complete view of Miyoshi Choyoshino Castle, one of Japan’s 100 most famous castles in the past
Akutagawa Mountain Castle
Akutagawa Yamashiro was a mountain castle during the war in Takatsuki City, Osaka Prefecture. 182.69 Miyoshi Mountain (commonly known as Shiroyama) in the United States, surrounded by the Akutagawa River valley on three sides, north, west, and south, is a natural fortress. A bird’s-eye view of the Osaka plains, a direct extension of the mountain range to Osaka City, Osaka.
In March 2017, Akutagawa Yamashiro was selected as one of Japan’s 100 Great Castles by the Japan Castle Friends Association; in November 2022, it was selected as one of the National Historic Sites. Akutagawa Yamashiro, one of the most famous mountain castles in Japan’s history, is now an important scenic spot for castle fort lovers and Japanese history lovers.
Akutagawayama Castle east-west length approximately 500 meters, north-south distance approximately 400 meters, with the main wall in the eastern part of the castle, defensive works such as castle rivers, earthen walls, vertical earthworks, etc. The construction of the castle’s interior remains intact, but the ruins of the castle walls and stone walls have been perfectly preserved, making it a typical mountain castle special expedition in the later period of the Confederate era.
History of Akutagawa Yamashiro
Construction by Takakuni Shigawa
Akutagawa Yamashiro is included in the `Utsuyama Record'', written in January 1516, in the historical materials. The book was recorded by the head of the Akutagawa Shinjo'' school, where he was a member of the Akutagawa Shinjo'' group, and served as a counselor for the `Song Song Club.”
Akutagawa Yamashiro was built between 1515 and 1516 by Takakuni Akutagawa, an adjutant to the shogunate in Watanba Province and Nobuyoshi Akutagawa. The construction of Kawarabayashi Prefecture was recorded, and at that time, 500 to 300 people worked day and night, and the construction speed of the visible fort was fast.
Takakuni Shigawa created the Muromachi shogunate’s administrative order (deputy general), and the construction of Akutagawa Yamashiro included political restraint in the Kyoto area. This is an important part of the performance in the castle.
Special ability to protect the country
Akutagawa Mountain Castle is not a military fortress, and it also has the function of protecting the country. The guardian is the guardian lord (Local Ruler) who is the administrative organ of the government, the administrative center of the area, and the center of the judicial system.
During the reign of Takagawa Takashi, Akutagawa Yamashiro was the center of consolidation in the province, and was used to record the arrival of samurai in the Zhoujian area. Akutagawa Yamashiro’s unique music is already there, and it also has political functions.
Harukawa Harumoto era
After the death of Takakuni Shigawa, Harumoto Shigawa lived in Akutagawa Yamashiro. During the astronomical period (1532-1555), the Akutagawa Mountain Castle was established after Harumoto, and it was a powerful force in the Minouchi area.
In 1539 (8th year of Tenbun), Akutagawa-juku (castle town) was opened in Harumoto, and its production became the center of political harmony. During this period, the Akutagawa Mountain Castle was developed and the castle and pond system was integrated into one, and the mountain castle on the top of the mountain and the plains castle (Akutagawa Castle) at the base of the mountain and the foot of the mountain were integrated.
Whereabouts of Chokichi Miyoshi, a native of Japan
The most important period in the history of Akutagawa Mountain Castle was the era when Miyoshi Nagayoshi and Seiri were the captains. In 1553 (Tenbun 22nd year), Choyoshi defeated Harumoto Akutagawa and conquered Akutagawa Mountain Castle. This is where Akutagawa Yamashiro was established and Miyoshi’s political powerhouse.
Chokichi Miyoshi was the number one daimyo in the era of the war, and his previous title was “Ruler of Japan.” There were five other major domains in the Minouchi area: Shotsu, Kawachi, Izumi, Yamashiro Watanba, and the Muromachi Shogunate. This was the period when the Akutagawa Mountain Castle was established after Choyoshi, and the period when the Miyoshi clan dynasty was at its peak.
In Akutagawa Mountain Castle, the construction of the military was completed, and the construction of the shrine was completed. At the end of the imperial era, I saw that the real estate of Yamashiro was fully realized, and Chokichi’s political ambitions and strength were fully realized.
In about 1563, Choyoshisho established Yasoriyama Castle (located in Washijohata City, Oto City, Osaka Prefecture), but Akutagawayama Castle was still an important location for the Miyoshi clan.
Nobunaga Hirota Attacks Senshotsu Yokutagawa Mountain Castle
In 1568, Nobunaga Soda and Shoichi Ashikaga moved into Kyoto and underwent a huge transformation of the power system in the Minouchi area. After the attack on Shinlong, Akutagawa Yamashiro also entered the area and was under control.
Yoshimasa Wada was the lord of Akutagawayama Castle, one of the “Shotsu Sankei” appointed by Nobunaga Ikuda. Komasa was a loyal and long-time vassal who lived in the province of Soji, but died during the Battle of Shirai Kawara in 1571.
After that, Tomoaki Takayama (father of the Christian daimyo Takayama Ukon) became the lord of Chengdu Castle, but in 1573, he was transferred to Akutagawayama Castle. During this period, General Nobunaga Ikuda took up the new position in the expansion of Takatsuki Castle, and finally assumed the position of consolidating Akutagawa Mountain Castle.
Akutagawa Yamashiro’s distribution and departure
Utilizing natural terrain defense construction
Akutagawa Mountain Castle is a clever use of the Akutagawa east bank, the cliffs, the mountains and valleys, and the construction of the mountain castle. The main city is located in Yu Hai, approximately 182.69 meters of mountain spine, and the southern foot of Lian Shan is approximately 80 meters. City pond three-sided green water (north, west, south), Akutagawa river valley surrounding, naturally formed solid defense construction, and the invasion of the sky.
Main Castle Yoto Castle
Composition of Castle Pond Center Yushu Castle Wadong Castle. The location of the castle is the highest in Useong, and the location of the castle’s main residence and administrative construction. The Osaka plains can be seen from a distance beyond the main castle, an important strategic location for the mission’s development.
The east side of the castle is located on the east side of the castle, which is important defensive work, and the castle is protected. During the course of the two castles, the river was dry, preventing enemy invasion.
Dried-out castle river and earthen bridge
The main feature of Akutagawa Yamashiro is the dry river (horikiri) of Uta. A dry river is a dry river, which means that the mountain is dug up by a dry culvert, which is used for defense work and prevents enemy invasion. The main castle of Akutagawa Mountain Castle has many sections of the main castle, and each of the castles has a large number of sections during the dry period, and it is now a typical defense system for mountain castles in the country.
A slightly dry earthen bridge (earthen bridge) built on the river above the river. In this case, the earth bridge can be used to cross the city river, during the peace period, it is a passable road, and during the war, the defense work can be carried out to prevent the advance of the enemy.
Hijikata Hijikata Japanese stone burial mound
Vertical earthworks (erecting earthworks) are directed to vertical construction along the mountain, earth protection works, and the invasion of enemies to prevent use. The construction of the main road along the Akutagawa Mountain Castle was completed, and construction work was completed, and a comprehensive defense plan was announced during the siege.
Part of the stone tomb is now perfectly preserved, and it is understood that the technology for building forts during the post-war period was provided as a treasure. The material is not completely constructed, so it is a unique combination of clay and stone.
Field
The main area is outside the main area, the eastern area, and other areas within the castle. The field is a flat area within the castle, a place where the soldiers and soldiers are stationed and where the Japanese assets are located. Akutagawayama Castle’s ground layout has varied in size and size, and the space has been effectively utilized.
Akutagawa Yamashiro Yokutagawa Castle (Hirahara Castle) series
It is very important to visit Akutagawa Mountain Castle, which is located in the Hirahara Castle (Hirahara Castle) at the foot of the mountain in Ukomachi. Usually, the mountain castle on the top of the mountain in Kenyu Miyoshi is called `Akutagawa Mountain Castle'', and the plain castle at the foot of the mountain is also called `Akutagawa Castle”.
People have observed that the “Negoya-style” castle and pond system was formed as a result of the construction of Akutagawa Castle during the peace period, during the peace period, when administrative work was carried out at the foot of the mountain; during the war, when Akutagawa Castle was built in the mountain range, the siege fortification was carried out. The combination of various mountains, castles, ponds, plains, castles and ponds is an important example of the expansion of castle forts in the era of war.
A castle town, Akutagawa-juku, a flourishing exhibition, Chengdu politics, and a cultural center of Jianhe. During the long and prosperous period of his stay in Miyoshi, cultural activities such as the Liancourt Rocks, tea ceremony, and other cultural activities were very active.
Akutagawa Yamashiro entrance selection “Japan’s 100 Famous Castles (End)”
In March 2017, Akutagawa Yamashiro was chosen as one of Japan’s 100 most famous castles by the Japanese Castle Association. This is the second selection after the 2006 selection of “Japan’s 100 Famous Castles”, a selection of important castles in various parts of Japan.
Reasons for choosing to enter Akutagawa Yamashiro:
- The most beautiful mountain castle in the era of war: Its history has been perfectly preserved, and it is a typical mountain castle of the era of war.
- Residence of Chokichi Miyoshi: Akutagawayama Castle is the active base of Chokichi Miyoshi, the former ruler of Japan, and has important historical significance.
- Functions of the local governor’s office: Akutagawa Mountain Castle is not a military fortress, but also a political center.
- Designated National History and History: Akutagawa Mountain Castle, November 2022, Designated National History and History, currently in progress and working to make use of the security change.
Seal point
Points below the seal of “Japan’s 100 Great Castles (续)”:
Takatsuki City Castle Museum
- Site: 1-7 Jonaicho, Takatsuki City, Osaka Prefecture
- Opening time: 10:00-17:00 (16:30 stop entry)
- Closing date: Shuichi (the first day of the week, the last day of work), New Year’s holiday
- Gate ticket: 200 yuan for adults, 100 yuan for junior high and elementary school students
The Akutagawa Mountain Castle Exhibition was exhibited at the Castle History Museum, and the construction of the Akutagawa Mountain Castle was previously visited, and I have since gone deeper into understanding the castle fort. A historical experience of Takatsuki Castle provided by the museum, Takatsuki Castle.
Akutagawa Yamashiro Ruins Traffic Guide
Transportation method
Public transportation
- Get off at JR Kyoto Line “Takatsuki Station” or Hankyu Kyoto Line “Takatsuki City Station”
- Walk to Haji, Takatsuki City, in the direction of “Tsukagawa” and get off at “Tsukagawa” Haji Station (approximately 15 minutes)
- It takes approximately 10 minutes to reach the starting point of the route.
- From the starting point of the trail, it takes about 30-40 minutes to reach our main castle.
Self-indulgence
Depart from the Meishin Expressway “Ibaraki IC” and National Route 171, approximately 20 minutes and can be reached immediately. There is a parking lot near the starting point of the route, but there are limited parking spaces, and there are public transportation tools in front of the construction site.
Kamiyama Road Line
Main Kamiyama Road link below:
Shotsukyo Route (for regular use)
- Required time: Uphill distance: 30-40 minutes, Downhill distance: 25-30 minutes
- Difficulty: Moderate (road performance is good, but some road steps are difficult)
- Bright points: Bucheng River, Hijikata Construction, Main City Wall, East City Wall
The walking path is good, but the mountain castle is in good shape, and the demand for physical kimono is constant. Please note the following items:
- Optional clothing for wearing Japanese mountain climbing shoes or walking shoes
- Drinking water
- Summer travel guide
- Wet and slippery road in rainy weather or after rain, please be careful and safe.
- Early winter sunrise, satisfying time for sightseeing
Scenery details
Honmaru (honmaru)
The main enclosure is the central part of Akutagawa Yamashiro, the highest point in the castle. A panoramic view of the Osaka plains from this distance is spectacular. Haruharu’s Hikori, the skyscraper of Osaka city, Kazuo Mt. Inside the main building, there are information plates, including a summary of the history of Akutagawa Yamashiro.
Kojo River System
The connected Honmaru and other castles are important monuments in the defense system of Akutagawa Mountain Castle. In the course of a few years, the city’s rivers and mountains have been crossed, and the fortress construction technology of the country has been developed.
Vertical earthworks
The vertical earthwork construction along the mountain was a clever method of resisting enemy invasion. This trivial work can now be clearly seen, and I understand the defense plan at the time.
East side 围墙
The east side of the castle is an important defensive construction on the east side of the main castle, and the defense base of the main castle is the main defense base.
Visitor knowledge
- Yuyu Fortress was located in Usan District, construction was completed, and the city was evacuated to Germany.
- Attention, hand signal in some areas is weak.
- The site of the landlocked castle, the construction of a stone burial mound or earthen wall.
- The property is owned by the operator.
- Ban Minghuo.
- Be careful of wild animals (wild boars, poisonous snakes, etc.).
Takatsuki city protection and utilization work
The protection and use of the Akutagawa Yamashiro site will be extended to Takatsuki City. From November 2022 Designated country Since the history of the country, the following activities are currently in progress:
Protection and protection
- A record of the distant past
- Affordable explanation tile Japanese information tile
- Climbing route and safety measures
- Long-term management protection
Public promotion activities
- Adore History Museum Regular Exhibition
-Special Exhibition ViewJapanese Design Exhibition
-Provided on-site tour
- Articles published in Takatsuki DAYS
- Produced and published by 册和传单
Use of digitization
- Takatsuki City Government Office Newsletter
- Thoughts on using VR and AR technology
- Communication social media information
Akutagawa Yamashiro and Akutagawa Castle History
When you visit Akutagawa Mountain Castle, you will not be able to see the history of the castle when you visit the castle.
Takatsuki Castle Ruins
This is Ichiza Hirabara Castle Fortress, which was founded by Nobunaga Akutagawa and later built by Nobunaga. A Christian feudal lord who believed in Takayama Ukon and others. Nowadays, we have a castle fortress and castle ruins park, which has a castle fortress and castle history museum.
Yansheng Mountain Castle Ruins
This is Ichiza Yamashiro, Miyoshi Chokichiso’s other position, and Akutagawa Yamashiro. This is one of the largest Yamashiro castle sites in Osaka Prefecture, in the Yokutagawa Mountain Castle chain, located in Washijohata City, Oto City, Osaka Prefecture. The book is also reviewed by Nippon Hyakuza Meijo no Ichi (start).
Otsu Gorge
The area north of Yu Akutagawa Mountain Castle, located in the Xiao Gorge, is a famous place of victory. The road through which the work was carried out was similar to the fort’s ruins, and the visitors enjoyed the natural scenery at the same time.
The culture of Chokichi Miyoshi Yokutagawa Yamashiro
Miyoshi Choji is also the most famous military commander and the most famous cultural expert. Akutagawa Mountain Castle is always active in the Japanese tea ceremony activity, which is an important cultural center at the time.
Famous songs such as Changjiki Love Song, Zeng Dong Li Village Castle Wave, etc. have been invited to the popular song group. Other tea ceremony masters and masters of tea ceremony research, such as Tsuda Sogyu, are in close contact with each other.
Akutagawa Yamashiro’s cultural activities are non-local, and have important political significance. Over the years, there have been small cultural activities, as well as a system of cooperation between the vassals, allies, and friends, and since then, the success has been self-imposed.
History of Akutagawa Yamashiro
Important information about the history of Akutagawa Yamashiro during the time of the Japanese War:
Control system in Minouchi district
Akutagawayama Castle is located in the center of Utsukuni, and is a strategic strategic point in Kyoto and Osaka, and is a strategic point in the Minouchi district. The castle fort is located in the Minouchi area and has achieved political and military success. ### Masayoshi Miyoshi’s illustration
During the reign of Chokichi in Miyoshi, this area was the base of Japanese operations, and was also the center of the government of Shingen. Choyoshi’s political means and power were established, and since then, the history of Shinta Nagano, his vassals, Hideyoshi, and other people has been recorded.
Transition period of Yamashiro Mukai Plains Castle
Akutagawa Mountain Castle and its lower plains castles were constructed with a castle and pond system, which is an important example of the transition period from medieval mountains to early modern plains castles. I understand that this is an important historical site where the castle was built and built during the Azuchi-Momoyama era.
Castle fort construction techniques in the post-war period
护城川, the vertical earthworks of the Japanese stone wall, is an exhibition of historical materials of fort construction techniques in the post-Cyber era era, and has a rich history of archeology and Japanese construction.
Conclusion
Akutagawa Yamashiro was built by Takakuni Kawakuni, and was the residence of Chokichi Miyoshi, the ruler of Japan’s empire in the early 19th century, and was the most famous mountain castle in the era of the War. On the top of Miyoshi Mountain in 182.69 US, the natural terrain was constructed and a solid defense system was constructed.
Akutagawayama Castle Site is designated as one of Japan’s 100 Famous Castles and designated as a national historical monument in 2022. Nowadays, the building is in perfect condition and has been preserved for many years. Guests can also visit the main castle mound, the eastern castle mound, the 护城川, the earthworks Japanese stone mound, and the appearance of a mountain castle during the time of the war.
Takatsuki City has the power to protect Akutagawa Mountain Castle, and provides various ways to understand the history of Akutagawa Mountain Castle, such as the collection of seals in the castle ruins history museum, information on participating sites, etc.
Akutagawayama Castle has a magnificent view of the Osaka plains, has been a long-held historical site since the time of the war, and is also home to the footsteps of Chokichi Miyoshi, the “one of Japan”, which is an important historical site during the time of the Japanese war. This is a recommended scenic spot for a trip to Japan’s 100 Great Castles, and is also an ideal destination for history lovers and Japanese walkers. This is a full historical historical castle fortress in the mountains, which you can get the most pleasure from.
