Sawayama Castle

Sawayama Castle located in Omi Province (Shiga Prefecture) was constructed during the Kamakura Era. Before it fell into the hands of Nobunaga, the castle was commanded by Isono Tanba.  Isono Tanba was working with the Azai at the time.

In 1571, Nobunaga appointed Niwa Nagahide as the new castle commander.

Chronicle of Lord Nobunaga, (p. 161) "On the 24th of the Second Month, Isono Tanba surrendered, pleading for mercy, handed over Sawayama Castle, and withdrew to Takashima.  Niwa Gorozaemon was appointed the keeper of the castle."

Tenka no tame!