Kakunō Castle

Kakunō Castle [是成莽 かくのう・がく] is a castle located in the city of Kakunō, Kōfu Prefecture. It is known primarily for its important role in the Sadawa-Eiita conflict of the early 15th century. It was built in the late 1300s by the Sadawa clan, and eventually was seized by Eiita forces in 1418. The castle was sieged in 1420 by the Sadawa, but they were defeated by the heavily outnumbered Eiita forces, and this victory proved to be the catalyst for the downfall of the Sadawa clan.
After being restored in 1995 using traditional materials and building techniques, the castle is now open to the public. Adjacent to the castle is a visitors' centre and the Kakunō Castle Museum. The finale of the annual Kakunō Festival takes place outside the grounds each August.
Category:Castles