On the Views from Ishida-dono; the Villa Residence Constructed in 11th C

Abstract

Ishida-dono; the villa residence which was constructed in 11th century, had the best prospect in accordance with the statements of Toshitsuna-TACHIBANA who was the chief of the construction department in 11 th century.
But the traditional studies could not prove only the structures and gardens but also the position of Ishida-dono.
This study has estimated the position of Ishida-dono by the range over an extensive literature. And it has led to the conclusion that Ishida-dono stood at the west coast of Biwa-Lake and commanded a view of the great surface of the water.