Kosobu Yakata

History

Kosobu-yakata was the fortified manor hall complex of the Ôkuma Clan. The yakata measured about 60m² and was protected by earthen embankments, ditches and the elevated terrain situated overlooking the Kosobu River.

Visit Notes

Kosobu-yakata is now fields, but dorui (earthen ramparts) used for protecting the manor house can be seen along the terraces of these fields. The site sits over a cliff which offered additional protection to the compound. One can climb up the cliff where Kitazawa Shrine is located. There is a sort of creek to the north which is thought to have been used as a trench. It's not clear what defences were used on the plateau-side, however, as that area is now under plough.

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Castle Profile
English Name	Kosobu Yakata
Japanese Name	小曽部館
Founder	Ôkuma Clan
Year Founded	Medieval Era
Castle Type	Fortified Manor
Castle Condition	Ruins only
Historical Period	Pre Edo Period
Artifacts	Dorui
Features	trenches
Visitor Information
Access
Visitor Information	24/7 free; fields
Time Required	20 minutes
Location	Shiojiri, Nagano Prefecture
Coordinates	36° 6' 29.99" N, 137° 53' 37.32" E
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Added to Jcastle	2022
Contributor	ART
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