Watanabe Kazan Historical Course
This courses lets visitors experience the land of Watanabe Kazan, a warrior of the Tahara Clan whose achievements came in the later part of the Edo Period (1603-1867). Kazan worked as chief retainer of the Tahara Clan while also making accomplishments as a scholar of Dutch learning and artist. These relics are located all over Tahara. Experience history while taking a leisure stroll through the city.
Course Overview
Course Details
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Route1
Tahara Castle Ruins
This castle was constructed by Toda Munemitsu in 1480. Parts such as the stone walls remain today. Areas such as the romon gates have been restored.
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Route2
Kazan Shrine/Kazan Hall
Watanabe Kazan, chief retainer of the Tahara Clan, is known as a writer and artist. This shrine was constructed in the Tahara Castle Fort Ruins in 1946 to recall his great achievements.
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Route3
Tahara Municipal Museum
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Route4
Ikenohara Park
This is the place where Watanabe Kazan lived a disciplined life due being falsely charged with a crime he didn’t commit and eventually fell on his sword. The park includes ruins of this recluse residence and a statue of Watanabe Kazan.
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Route5
Johoji Temple