Finally there is an English translation to Nobunaga's Public Off-limits Notice to the Eight Villages of Atsuta. The document recognizes and protects the rights of territory of Atsuta Shrine. Issued by Nobunaga in 1549, it was signed as Fujiwara Nobunaga. This post will not go into the family name debate (Inbe, Taira, Fujiwara).
Regulations for the Eight Villages of Atsuta
1) As personal taxes are being collected for the construction of Atsuta Shrine, donations of national tax and donations to other domains are to be suspended.
2) In the event of any miscreants appearing, they may be punished without filing a report.
3) Following the precedent of Atsuta Shrine, do not question the friend, foe of other domains, servants, elderly people, children, women, or anything entrusted to them. Furthermore, do not report any misconduct on the road to those entering or leaving the Shrine.
4) Report and investigation of the envoys to Atsuta Shrine is to be made within three days. If difficulties arise after this, a reprimanded envoy is to be sent.
5) Regarding the storage of rice bags, it is permitted to transfer them to the Shrine using the previous seal. If anyone violates these articles they will be punished immediately (by Nobunaga).
November 1549 Fujiwara Nobunaga (signature)
It is not the best translation, in fact there might be some errors. That being said, this will do for now.
Nobunaga no tame!
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