Gunsho Keizu Bushū (群書系図部集) gathers the genealogical texts of the Gunsho Ruijū and Zoku Gunsho Ruijū into a single seven-volume set. It is one of the most convenient printed collections for consulting imperial, court noble and warrior genealogies side by side.
Japanese names are given in Japanese order (family name first).
Overview
| Title | Gunsho Keizu Bushū (群書系図部集) |
|---|---|
| Compiler | Hanawa Hokiichi (塙保己一), with a supplement by Ōta Tōshirō (太田藤四郎), according to the National Diet Library catalog |
| Published | Zoku Gunsho Ruijū Kanseikai (続群書類従完成会), 1985 |
| Size | 7 volumes |
| Index | A list of the family names included appears at the end of each volume |
Contents
The set brings together the genealogy sections of the Gunsho Ruijū and Zoku Gunsho Ruijū, with about 400 genealogies of emperors, court nobles and warrior houses and genealogies of provincial families that rose from the medieval period onward. It also contains most of the Shoke Keizu-san (諸家系図纂) and genealogies handed down in individual families.
Volume 1 includes the Honchō Kōin Shōunroku extended to 1929, and volume 2 includes the portions omitted from the Sonpi Bunmyaku (尊卑分脈脱漏).
Notes for Researchers
Use the family-name list at the end of each volume to find the volume you need. Compare each line with other genealogies, temple records and family documents.
Related
See the list of Japanese genealogy collections for other major works.
