Nechi Kuriyama Castle

History

Kuriyamajō was the fortified residence of Murakami Yoshikiyo located at the foot of the Nechi Castle mount.

See Nechi Castle for more information.

Visit Notes

Kuriyamajō is a satellite fortification of Nechijō, though situated on the lower slopes of the mountain just above the valley, and it was used as a residence (by Murakami Yoshikiyo, and this is more than likely where he died) more so than for holding territory. Nonetheless some impressive earthworks remain in the fashion typical of a fortified manor hall, including tall dorui (earthen ramparts) and karabori (dry moats). There is terracing evident around the site but this may be due to agricultural activity in subsequent centuries. The site is now given over to cedar plantations.

Gallery

Dry moat and embankments

Castle Profile
English Name	Nechi Kuriyama Castle
Japanese Name	根知栗山城
Alternate Names	根地栗山城
Founder	Uesugi Clan; Murakami Yoshikiyo
Year Founded	Medieval Era
Castle Type	Fortified Manor
Castle Condition	Ruins only
Designations	Prefectural Historic Site
Historical Period	Pre Edo Period
Artifacts	Karabori, Dorui
Features	trenches
Visitor Information
Access	Nechi Station on the Oh'ito Line; 15 minute walk
Visitor Information	24/7 free; mountain
Time Required	30 minutes
Location	Itoigawa, Niigata Prefecture
Coordinates	36° 57' 51.01" N, 137° 52' 39.36" E
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Added to Jcastle	2021
Contributor	ART
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