Hashira Castle (Mikawa)

History

Hashirajō was the fortified residence of Kamiya Yoshirō. Ruins of the fort existed in the form of dorui (earthen ramparts) and a moat segment, but these were bulldozed in 1982.

Visit Notes

Hashirajō was a fortification site in the Hashira neighbourhood of Okazaki City. No ruins remain as the site is now housing. The minor neighourhood name (that is, the koaza) is 'Minamiyashiki ("South Residence")', perhaps a reference to the fortified residence which once stood here. A small hall to Jizō marks the spot of the fort, and, having found this place, I can report that the Jizō hall has been rebuilt, and now looks cheap and tacky.

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Castle Profile
English Name	Hashira Castle (Mikawa)
Japanese Name	三河柱城
Founder	Kamiya Yoshirō
Year Founded	Unknown
Castle Type	Fortified Manor
Castle Condition	Ruins only
Historical Period	Pre Edo Period
Features
Visitor Information
Access	Okazaki Station on the Tōkaidō Main Line; 10 minute walk
Visitor Information	Access Limited
Time Required	5 minutes
Location	Okazaki, Aichi Prefecture
Coordinates	34° 55' 15.02" N, 137° 9' 13.21" E
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Admin
Added to Jcastle	2023
Contributor	ART
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