Nagaoka Castle (Omi)

History

It appears that Nagaokajō was a residence of the Kyōgoku Clan (Kyōgoku-yakata). It was also known as Kaga-yashiki.

Visit Notes

Nothing remains of Nagaokajō, which in any case appears to have been a simple fortified residence. I came by because I had some time to spare on the way to Maibara from Nagoya. I enjoyed walking around the small town. Much of Shiga Prefecture (formerly Ōmi Province) retains traditional townscapes replete with old homes, and Nagaoka is another such place. The vernacular architectural style is in evidence here. Mostly I just appreciated these aesthetically congruent dwellings until my next train came.

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  Old graves

Castle Profile
English Name	Nagaoka Castle (Omi)
Japanese Name	近江長岡城
Alternate Names	京極氏館・加賀屋敷
Founder	Kyōgoku Clan
Year Founded	Medieval Era
Castle Type	Fortified Manor
Castle Condition	Ruins only
Historical Period	Pre Edo Period
Features
Visitor Information
Access	Ōmi-Nagaoka Station on the Tōkaidō Main Line; 5 minute walk
Visitor Information	Private Property
Time Required	10 minutes
Location	Maibara, Shiga Prefecture
Coordinates	35° 21' 44.57" N, 136° 22' 16.82" E
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Added to Jcastle	2022
Contributor	ART
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