Shimotsuke Province
Hidesato served under Emperor Suzaku, and fought alongside Taira no Sadamori in 940 in suppressing the revolt of Taira no Masakado. His prayer for victory before this battle is commemorated in the Kachiya Festival. Hidesato was then appointed "Chinjufu-shōgun" (Defender of the North) and Governor of Shimotsuke Province.