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Study Guide: Katsuyama Castle: History and Significance

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Katsuyama Castle: History and Significance Study Guide

Founding and Early Construction (Sengoku Period)

The original construction of Katsuyama Castle was completed in 1579 by the Shibata clan.

Answer: True

Explanation: The original construction of Katsuyama Castle was completed in 1579 by the Shibata clan, as cited by the Shinchō kōki.

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Shibata Katsuyasu, the builder of Katsuyama Castle, was a direct subordinate of Oda Nobunaga.

Answer: False

Explanation: While Shibata Katsuyasu was related to Shibata Katsuie, a prominent general under Oda Nobunaga, the source does not state that Katsuyasu himself was a direct subordinate of Oda Nobunaga.

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Katsuyama Castle was a type of fortification common in feudal Japan, often serving as a residence for a daimyo.

Answer: True

Explanation: Katsuyama Castle exemplifies a common type of fortification in feudal Japan, frequently serving as the residence for a daimyo (feudal lord).

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The Shibata clan was destroyed in conflicts with Tokugawa Ieyasu.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Shibata clan met its end through conflicts with Toyotomi Hideyoshi, not Tokugawa Ieyasu.

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The castle was originally built during the Edo period.

Answer: False

Explanation: Katsuyama Castle's original construction dates to the Sengoku period, specifically 1579, not the Edo period.

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Who was responsible for the original construction of Katsuyama Castle in 1579?

Answer: The Shibata clan

Explanation: The original construction of Katsuyama Castle in 1579 was carried out by the Shibata clan.

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What historical period is associated with the initial construction of Katsuyama Castle?

Answer: Sengoku period

Explanation: The initial construction of Katsuyama Castle is associated with the Sengoku period.

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Who was initially assigned as the castellan of Katsuyama Castle?

Answer: Hara Nagayori

Explanation: Hara Nagayori was initially assigned as the castellan of Katsuyama Castle.

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What event led to the downfall of the Shibata clan, impacting the castle's early history?

Answer: Conflicts with Toyotomi Hideyoshi

Explanation: The downfall of the Shibata clan, which impacted the castle's early history, occurred due to conflicts with Toyotomi Hideyoshi.

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Shibata Katsuyasu, the builder of Katsuyama Castle, was related to which key general of the Sengoku period?

Answer: Shibata Katsuie

Explanation: Shibata Katsuyasu was related to Shibata Katsuie, a key general of the Sengoku period who served under Oda Nobunaga.

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Katsuyama Castle was originally built by whom?

Answer: Shibata Katsuyasu

Explanation: Katsuyama Castle was originally built by Shibata Katsuyasu.

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Edo Period Domain Administration

Hara Nagayori was assigned as the final lord of the Echizen-Katsuyama Domain.

Answer: False

Explanation: Hara Nagayori served as the initial castellan of Katsuyama Castle. The domain's lordship changed hands multiple times, with the Ogasawara clan being among the later rulers.

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The Echizen-Katsuyama Domain was established in 1601 following the Battle of Sekigahara.

Answer: False

Explanation: While the Battle of Sekigahara led to administrative changes in Echizen Province, the Echizen-Katsuyama Domain was established later, in 1624. The Fukui Domain was established in 1601.

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Matsudaira Naomoto was awarded a fief of 50,000 koku for the Echizen-Katsuyama Domain.

Answer: False

Explanation: The source specifies that Matsudaira Naomoto was awarded a fief of 30,000 koku for the Echizen-Katsuyama Domain.

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After 1644, the Katsuyama area became part of the tenryo territories, meaning it was under the direct control of the shogunate.

Answer: True

Explanation: Following the transfer of the Matsudaira clan in 1644, the Katsuyama area was indeed incorporated into the tenryo territories, signifying direct administration by the shogunate.

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The Echizen-Katsuyama Domain was revived in 1691 for the Ogasawara clan.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Echizen-Katsuyama Domain was re-established in 1691, with the Ogasawara clan being granted lordship over the territory.

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The Ogasawara clan ruled Katsuyama for ten generations until the Meiji restoration.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Ogasawara clan governed the Katsuyama domain for eight generations, concluding their rule around the time of the Meiji restoration.

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The Fukui Domain was established in 1601, assigning Echizen Province to Tokugawa Ieyasu's second son.

Answer: True

Explanation: Following the Battle of Sekigahara, the Fukui Domain was established in 1601 when Tokugawa Ieyasu assigned Echizen Province to his second son, Yūki Hideyasu.

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The Katsuyama area became tenryo territory after the transfer of the Matsudaira clan in 1635.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Katsuyama area transitioned to tenryo territory under direct shogunate control following the transfer of the Matsudaira clan in 1644, not 1635.

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Ogasawara Tadanobu was the first member of his clan to rule the Echizen-Katsuyama Domain.

Answer: True

Explanation: Ogasawara Tadanobu was the first member of the Ogasawara clan to rule the Echizen-Katsuyama Domain, beginning in 1691.

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The Echizen-Katsuyama Domain was created when Yūki Hideyasu's fifth son was awarded a fief.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Echizen-Katsuyama Domain was established when Yūki Hideyasu's fifth son received a fief, marking a significant administrative division.

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The Echizen Province was assigned to Yūki Hideyasu in 1601, establishing which domain?

Answer: Fukui Domain

Explanation: The assignment of Echizen Province to Yūki Hideyasu in 1601 led to the establishment of the Fukui Domain.

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In what year was the Echizen-Katsuyama Domain first created?

Answer: 1624

Explanation: The Echizen-Katsuyama Domain was first created in 1624.

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What was the size of the fief awarded to Matsudaira Naomoto for the Echizen-Katsuyama Domain?

Answer: 30,000 koku

Explanation: Matsudaira Naomoto was awarded a fief of 30,000 koku for the Echizen-Katsuyama Domain.

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What was the administrative status of the Katsuyama area after 1644?

Answer: Tenryo territories (direct shogunate control)

Explanation: After 1644, the Katsuyama area became tenryo territories, meaning it was under the direct control of the shogunate.

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Which clan was granted lordship of the revived Echizen-Katsuyama Domain in 1691?

Answer: Ogasawara clan

Explanation: The Ogasawara clan was granted lordship of the revived Echizen-Katsuyama Domain in 1691.

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How long did the Ogasawara clan rule the Echizen-Katsuyama Domain?

Answer: For eight generations

Explanation: The Ogasawara clan ruled the Echizen-Katsuyama Domain for eight generations.

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The Battle of Sekigahara significantly impacted the administration of which province, leading to the creation of the Fukui Domain?

Answer: Echizen Province

Explanation: The Battle of Sekigahara significantly impacted the administration of Echizen Province, leading to the creation of the Fukui Domain.

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What does the term 'tenryo' refer to in the context of Japanese administrative history?

Answer: Territories directly controlled by the shogunate

Explanation: In Japanese administrative history, 'tenryo' refers to territories directly controlled by the shogunate.

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The Echizen-Katsuyama Domain was divided from which larger domain?

Answer: The Fukui Domain

Explanation: The Echizen-Katsuyama Domain was divided from the Fukui Domain.

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What was the administrative status of the Katsuyama area after Matsudaira Naoyoshi's transfer in 1644?

Answer: It became tenryo territories under the shogunate.

Explanation: After Matsudaira Naoyoshi's transfer in 1644, the Katsuyama area became tenryo territories, under the direct administration of the shogunate.

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Reconstruction, Destruction, and Demise

The Shinchō kōki is cited as the source confirming the destruction date of Katsuyama Castle.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Shinchō kōki is cited as the source confirming the construction date of Katsuyama Castle in 1579, not its destruction date.

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Katsuyama Castle was destroyed in 1871 by the newly established Meiji government.

Answer: True

Explanation: In 1871, Katsuyama Castle was indeed destroyed by the newly established Meiji government.

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In 1708, Ogasawara Nobutora received permission to rebuild the castle under the pretext of expanding defenses.

Answer: False

Explanation: The stated pretext for Ogasawara Nobutora receiving permission to rebuild Katsuyama Castle in 1708 was the restoration of existing structures, not the expansion of defenses.

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The rebuilding process of Katsuyama Castle in the early 18th century was delayed due to fires and a lack of funds.

Answer: True

Explanation: Indeed, the reconstruction efforts for Katsuyama Castle during the early 18th century faced significant delays attributed to incidents of fire and insufficient financial resources.

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The rebuilt Katsuyama Castle was completed in 1799 and remained standing until its final destruction in 1871.

Answer: False

Explanation: While the rebuilt Katsuyama Castle was completed in 1799, it suffered a fire in 1822, necessitating further reconstruction before its eventual destruction in 1871.

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The rebuilt Katsuyama Castle was completed in 1799 but burned down again in 1826.

Answer: False

Explanation: The rebuilt Katsuyama Castle, completed in 1799, unfortunately burned down in 1822, not 1826.

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The Tokugawa shogunate ordered the destruction of Katsuyama Castle in 1871.

Answer: False

Explanation: The destruction of Katsuyama Castle in 1871 was ordered by the Meiji government, not the Tokugawa shogunate.

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What was the stated pretext for Ogasawara Nobutora receiving permission to rebuild Katsuyama Castle in 1708?

Answer: To restore old structures

Explanation: The stated pretext for Ogasawara Nobutora receiving permission to rebuild Katsuyama Castle in 1708 was the restoration of old structures.

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Which factors contributed to the delays in rebuilding Katsuyama Castle during the early 18th century?

Answer: Fires and insufficient funds

Explanation: The rebuilding process was delayed due to fires and a lack of sufficient funds.

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When was the rebuilt Katsuyama Castle completed, and what happened to it shortly after?

Answer: Completed 1799, burned down 1822

Explanation: The rebuilt Katsuyama Castle was completed in 1799 but burned down in 1822.

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What happened to Katsuyama Castle in 1871?

Answer: It was destroyed by the Meiji government.

Explanation: In 1871, Katsuyama Castle was destroyed by the Meiji government.

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Katsuyama Castle was destroyed by which government entity in 1871?

Answer: The Meiji government

Explanation: Katsuyama Castle was destroyed by the Meiji government in 1871.

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What was the pretext given for rebuilding Katsuyama Castle in 1708?

Answer: To restore old structures

Explanation: The pretext given for rebuilding Katsuyama Castle in 1708 was to restore old structures.

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Castle Site and Modern Museum

Today, the original Katsuyama Castle stands fully reconstructed as a tourist attraction.

Answer: False

Explanation: The original Katsuyama Castle site consists of ruins and is accessible as a public park; it is not fully reconstructed.

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The Katsuyama Castle Museum is the original castle structure, rebuilt in the Edo period.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Katsuyama Castle Museum is a modern structure built in 1992, designed to resemble a traditional donjon, and it houses artifacts from the Edo period, not the original castle structure itself.

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The Katsuyama Castle Museum houses artifacts primarily from the Sengoku period.

Answer: False

Explanation: The artifacts displayed in the Katsuyama Castle Museum primarily represent the Edo period, not the Sengoku period.

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The infobox image caption refers to the modern Katsuyama Castle Museum building.

Answer: False

Explanation: The infobox image caption refers to a monument situated at the original site of Katsuyama Castle, not the modern Katsuyama Castle Museum building.

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The base of the castle's donjon is one of the remnants still visible at the original site.

Answer: True

Explanation: The base of the castle's donjon, the main keep, is indeed among the remnants still visible at the original Katsuyama Castle site.

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The Katsuyama city hall is built on the site of the castle's outer bailey.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Katsuyama city hall is situated on the site of the castle's inner bailey, the most central and fortified section, not the outer bailey.

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The Katsuyama Castle Museum is described as a six-story structure resembling a traditional donjon.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Katsuyama Castle Museum is indeed described as a six-story structure designed to resemble a traditional donjon, or main keep.

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The castle site is currently designated as ruins and is closed to the public.

Answer: False

Explanation: While the castle site is designated as ruins, it is open to the public and functions as a park, contrary to the assertion that it is closed.

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The castle site today features remnants of the main keep, but no other structures.

Answer: False

Explanation: The castle site today features remnants of the main keep's base, along with remnants of the moat and ramparts, indicating more than just the main keep's remnants are visible.

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The Japanese name for Katsuyama Castle is 'Echizen-jō'.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Japanese name for Katsuyama Castle is Katsuyama-jō (勝山城), not Echizen-jō.

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What remnants of the original Katsuyama Castle can be found at its site today?

Answer: Remnants of the moat, ramparts, and the base of the donjon

Explanation: Remnants of the moat, ramparts, and the base of the donjon can be found at the original Katsuyama Castle site.

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Where is the Katsuyama city hall located in relation to the original castle?

Answer: On the former inner bailey site

Explanation: The Katsuyama city hall is situated on the site of the castle's inner bailey, the most central and fortified section, not the outer bailey.

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What is the Katsuyama Castle Museum?

Answer: A modern building built in 1992, resembling a donjon

Explanation: The Katsuyama Castle Museum is a modern building constructed in 1992, designed to resemble a traditional donjon.

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What period do the artifacts displayed in the Katsuyama Castle Museum primarily represent?

Answer: Edo period

Explanation: The artifacts displayed in the Katsuyama Castle Museum primarily represent the Edo period.

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What is the current state of the Katsuyama Castle site?

Answer: Ruins functioning as a public park

Explanation: The current state of the Katsuyama Castle site is that of ruins, functioning as a public park.

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The Katsuyama Castle Museum is architecturally designed to resemble what part of a traditional castle?

Answer: A traditional donjon (main keep)

Explanation: The Katsuyama Castle Museum is architecturally designed to resemble a traditional donjon (main keep).

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Which of the following is NOT a remnant found at the original Katsuyama Castle site?

Answer: The complete main keep (donjon)

Explanation: The complete main keep (donjon) is not found at the original Katsuyama Castle site; only remnants of its base are present.

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Location and Identification

Katsuyama Castle was located in the Kansai region of Japan.

Answer: False

Explanation: The source indicates that Katsuyama Castle is located in Katsuyama city, Fukui Prefecture, which is part of the Hokuriku region, not the Kansai region.

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What is the primary location of Katsuyama Castle?

Answer: Katsuyama city, Fukui Prefecture

Explanation: Katsuyama Castle is primarily located in Katsuyama city, Fukui Prefecture, Japan.

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What external resources are mentioned for further information on Katsuyama Castle?

Answer: Both the Japan Castle website and the JNTO website

Explanation: The mentioned external resources for further information on Katsuyama Castle are the Japan Castle website and the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) website.

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