Hatsuzawa Castle

History

Hatsuzawa Castle was built in the 15th century - it is believed, based on the manner in which the castle was constructed. And, based on historical materials, is is supposed that the clan which built it was either the Kunugida Clan or the Nagai Clan. It seems that the specifics are unknown.

Visit Notes

The ruins of Hatsuzawa Castle consist of kuruwa (baileys) and horikiri (trenches cut into the mountain ridge). The hiking trail starts at the Takao Tenjin Shrine. There are several baileys located here in the castle-mount's lower reaches, starting directly above the shrine. The path leads to a fork. To the right is the shukuruwa (main bailey), and to the left are trench remains and the second and third baileys. The ruin can be accessed from this direction too via a path which goes by a water tower.

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Castle Profile
English Name	Hatsuzawa Castle
Japanese Name	初沢城
Founder	Kunugida Clan OR Nagai Clan
Year Founded	15th century
Castle Type	Mountaintop
Castle Condition	Ruins only
Designations	Local Historic Site
Historical Period	Pre Edo Period
Artifacts	Kuruwa, Horikiri, Dorui
Features	trenches
Visitor Information
Access	Takao Station on the Chuuou East Line; 10 minute walk
Visitor Information	24/7 free; mountain
Time Required	50 mins
Location	Hachioji, Tokyo
Coordinates	35° 38' 8.23" N, 139° 16' 43.97" E
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Admin
Added to Jcastle	2020
Contributor	ART
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