Amemiya Yashiki

History

Amemiya-yashiki was the fortified residence of the Amemiya Clan, one of the oldest clans in Kai (along with the Furuya Clan whose residence site is nearby, though I didn't visit), descended from the Murakami Clan in Shinano to the northwest. The Amemiya predate the Takeda in Kai. Although the construction date of the yashiki is not known, it is thought that Amemiya Iekuni lived there in the Muromachi period. In the Sengoku period it was the residence of Amemiya Jirōwemon, who was an official in charge of the Takeda Clan's storehouses. The yashiki's ramparts formed a square of about 60m on each side.

Visit Notes

Amemiya-yashiki is now the site of Jigenji, a temple. Dorui (earthen ramparts) partially surrounds the temple, particularly to the south and west of the site. In front of the temple is a waterway. The temple itself has beautiful architecture, including a shōrōmon (belfry-gate), hondō (worship hall) and kuri (kitchen), which are listed as important cultural properties. The hondō and kuri have elegant thatched roofing.

Gallery

Dorui

Castle Profile
English Name	Amemiya Yashiki
Japanese Name	雨宮屋敷
Alternate Names	雨宮摂津守家国屋敷
Founder	Amemiya Clan; Amemiya Jirōwemon
Year Founded	Sengoku Period
Castle Type	Fortified Manor
Castle Condition	Ruins only
Historical Period	Pre Edo Period
Artifacts	Dorui
Features
Visitor Information
Access	No access by plublic transport (I cycled)
Visitor Information	24/7 free; temple
Time Required	40 minutes
Location	Fuefuki, Yamanashi Prefecture
Coordinates	35° 38' 35.70" N, 138° 41' 31.88" E
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Added to Jcastle	2022
Contributor	ART
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