Places associated with the Kamakura Shogunate - Visiting places associated with Oe Hiromoto and Adachi Morinaga

The NHK historical drama "The 13 Lords of the Kamakura" is approaching the second half, and from here on, a fierce power struggle filled with intrigue and machinations begins. In the midst of this power struggle, Hojo Yoshitoki is consolidating his power.
I can't take my eyes off how the story will unfold in the future.
This time, we will introduce the places associated with the Oe clan (Oe Hiromoto) and the Adachi clan (Adachi Morinaga), two of the 13 people.

<A place associated with Oe Hiromoto>
Oe Hiromoto was originally a lower-ranking aristocrat in Kyoto, but his older brother Nakahara, who was also one of the 13 senior retainers,
Through connections with Chikayoshi, he traveled to Kamakura. He was appointed as betto (chief) of the administrative office, and is said to have made great contributions to negotiating with the Imperial Court and building political structures. His most notable achievements were "establishing shugo and jito positions throughout the country" and "insisting on the swift dispatch of troops to Kyoto and the suppression of the Jokyu War, despite the prevailing opinion that the situation should be waited and seen." These are examples of Oe Hiromoto's foresight and ability to read the trends of the times.

Spot 1: Tomb of Oe Hiromoto

About 200 meters east of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine are the graves of Minamoto no Yoritomo and Hojo Yoshitoki (the remains of the Hokkedo Hall), and at the back of Yoshitoki's grave, up a steep staircase, you'll find the grave of Oe Hiromoto. Oe Hiromoto is said to have died at the age of 78 in 1225, and while many powerful vassals were wiped out at the time, he lived out his natural lifespan and is buried close to the graves of the Kamakura Shogun and the second regent, which shows how powerful Oe Hiromoto was at the time.
Grave of Oe Hiromoto 📍2-7-9 Nishimikado, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Spot 2: Oe Inari Shrine

Oe Inari Shrine is located in Jusansho, about 2.5 kilometers east of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine on the Kanazawa Kaido. It is said that the shrine came to be called Oe Inari because Oe Hiromoto himself was enshrined at the Inari shrine enshrined in the nearby Oe Hiromoto residence, but the exact origin of the name is unknown. The deity is a statue of Oe Hiromoto, which is usually kept at Myooin Temple, also in Jusansho.
Oe Inari Shrine 📍114 Jusansho, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Oe Hiromoto was a man who was not only knowledgeable and knowledgeable, but also skilled at reading trends. His knowledge and insight saved the Kamakura Shogunate many times, and he survived the early days of the Kamakura Shogunate, which was filled with intrigue and schemes.

<A place associated with Adachi Morinaga>
Adachi Morinaga served as a close aide to Minamoto no Yoritomo from the time of his exile. Although he held no official position throughout his life, there is no one more famous than Adachi Morinaga as "Minamoto no Yoritomo's most loyal retainer."
It is said that Adachi Morinaga supported Minamoto no Yoritomo both in his official and personal life, and that it was he who arranged his relationship with Hojo Masako. Even after moving to Kamakura, it is recorded that Minamoto no Yoritomo frequently visited Adachi Morinaga's residence on personal business, and it can be seen that he was a man who supported Minamoto no Yoritomo sometimes as a vassal and sometimes as a friend, and earned him unparalleled trust.

Spot 3: Amanawa Shinmei Shrine

It is located about 2 kilometers from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, near Hasedera Temple. It is said to be the oldest shrine in Kamakura, and was deeply revered by the Genji. There is also a monument to Adachi Morinaga's residence in the precincts, and
It is also believed that there was a mansion there.
Amanawa Shinmei Shrine 📍1-12-1 Hase, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Spot 4: Kongoji Temple (Atsugi City)

It is located near the entrance to Iiyama Onsenkyo in Atsugi City, central Kanagawa Prefecture. It has a very long history, and is said to have been founded by Kobo Daishi Kukai around 810 (later converting to the Soto sect). There is a tower here that is said to be the tomb of Adachi Morinaga.
Kongoji Temple 📍5456 Iiyama, Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture

In the NHK historical drama "The 13 Lords of the Kamakura," when Minamoto no Yoritomo passed away, there was a line that said, "Apart from his family, only a few people are mourning his death." Whether this is true or not is uncertain, but Adachi Morinaga must surely be included in that "very few." Adachi Morinaga may not have served Minamoto no Yoritomo out of a mutual interest of gratitude and service, but rather he respected him as a person and was by his side as a friend.

Stay tuned for the next episode.

*Please note that there are various theories regarding the contents of the column.

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