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郡上八幡藩
Gujo Hachiman Domain
遠藤氏

Endō Clan
27,000 Koku
井上氏

Inoue Clan
50,000 Koku
金森氏

Kanemori Clan
38,000 Koku
青山氏

Aoyama Clan
48,000 Koku
郡上八幡城
Gujo Hachiman Castle is classified as a mountain castle, and is located in Gifu Prefecture. During the pre-modern age, it found itself within the borders of Mino Province. It is associated with the Endō, Aoyama clans. Dates in use: 1559 - 1871.
This castle's story began in the mid 1500's with the victory of the Endo clan in battle. Endo Morizaku had the stone walls & foundations built up but then passed away leaving the castle's completion to his descendants. In 1870 the castle was torn down but in 1933, soon after Osaka castle had sprung back to life in concrete, it was decided this castle would be rebuilt using wood.
Timeline
1559 | The castle was built. |
1588 | A major renovation was carried out. |
1646 | The castle was further expanded by Endo Tsunetomo. |
1871 | The castle was abandoned. |
1933 | The castle was rebuilt based on the design of the main tower of Ogaki Castle. |
Historical recognition
Site | Prefectural Historic Site |